Wedding Party Gifts

By Noelle Parent

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On your big day, it’s important to thank all the wonderful people that supported you along the way during the planning. Your bridesmaids that planned the perfect bachelorette party, or the best man that helped write the last bit of your vows. Your wedding day is the perfect opportunity to show how much they mean. Here are a few suggestions for some heartfelt gifts that they will appreciate!

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Present gifts that they can use on the wedding day.

Perhaps an item that can be worn, such as jewelry or a tie or something they’ll enjoy using, like a tumbler for the guys!

Handmade beautiful rose quartz necklaces are perfect for restoring confidence and balancing emotions.

An Insulated cup is a great way to keep the drink of choice cold all day. Make it personal by adding their name!

It’s always nice to include a fun food that can be eaten while getting ready.

Who doesn’t love homemade cheese straws? These are the perfect getting ready snacks, and you can find ones made right here in Richmond, Virginia.

Reward your taste buds with a handful of sweet or salty. Gourmet local popcorn shops offer amazing flavors like Dark Chocolate Sea Salted Caramel or Loaded Baked Potato. Every piece eaten is better than the one before it!

Gourmet Sugar Cubes:

Dress up your drink with these melting little moments of genuine joy! Plus, they pair perfectly with champagne.

Whiskey Sugar Cubes: Drop one into a shot of liquor and make a quick Manhattan, OldFashioned, or Moscow Mule.

Gourmet Coffee: This is a no brainer. Coffee is life and with so many amazing local roasters, there are a plethora of amazing flavors to choose from.

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Favors and gifts have come a long way since your parents got married! From personalized gift boxes, fun bridal party ideas, sweet bars and more you can make a lasting impression on your guests and give them something they’ll actually use! The possibilities are endless, and we have some great ideas that will make your wedding perfectly YOU!

Soak in a sea salt tub to help cleanse and detoxify your body, relieve stress and relax the mind. Keep your smile smooth and supple with a luxurious moisturizing lip balm. Body products for men have come a long way. Keep them smelling fresh with a bar of handmade soap. Charcoal, eucalyptus, and cedar are a few you can find. Pro Tip: Surprise your best girls and guys with their packages at the rehearsal dinner so they don’t have to keep tabs on their

Include something they can use after the big weekend like a designer soap or a bath bomb.

goodies come wedding day.

Give them a gift that can be used over and over again as a reminder of the special memories created together, such as a scented candle.

A "Mandle", a.k.a. Masculine Scented Candle: Help the guys set the mood with a candle made just for them. We suggest scents of bergamot, leather, tobacco flower, and musk.

The packaging itself can be a fun side too! You can work with a local company to help. They can even use custom bags to add a little personal touch to your giving!

Owner and Lead Curator - Noelle Parent - wanted to provide people with a local resource for unique and meaningful gifts that would help them save time and convey the true meaning of gift giving. Looking for the perfect gift? Visit giftedrva.com to shop our pre-designed gifts for all occasions or build your own unique gift with our inventory of RVA and Virginia made products!

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A GUIDE TO TAKING ON YOUR NEW NAME!

The checklists and to do lists don’t stop after you say “I do!” If you are planning on a name change here are a few tips and tricks to make it a smooth transition. We know you have already updated your Facebook and Instagram, but it’s now time to make it official!

STEP 1:

OFFICIAL MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE

Be sure to have a copy of your official marriage certificate (this will come in the mail after your marriage license is processed). If you need another copy, you can request it from the Virginia Vital Records online and have it sent to your home: https://usvitalrecords.org/virginia/ ordermarriagecertificate.html

STEP 2:

SOCIAL SECURITY CARD UPDATE

Be sure to have in hand:

An official marriage certificate

Birth Certificate

Driver’s License or Passport Original Social Security Card We suggest printing and filling out the application for a new Social Security Card before you arrive. You can find it online here: http://www.socialsecurity.gov/ forms/ss-5.pdf Find the closest Social Security Office near you: https://secure.ssa.gov/ Be sure to set aside at least two hours for the process. We suggest that you arrive when they open for a shorter wait time.

You can also mail everything in if you like, but keep in mind that you will have to send in all the original documents and they will be sent back to you.

STEP 3:

DRIVER’S LICENSE

Have in hand:

Marriage Certificate

Driver’s License

If you are changing your address as well, bring a copy of a bill that has your name and new address on it. Take all items to your closest DMV. Be photo ready because they will require you to take a new photo!

You can also change your voter registration while you’re there!

&5venues accommodations

Let's help you find the perfect venue. Whether you desire intimate and whimsical or grand and glam, your dream venue is out there! This section will help you plan everything from your rehearsal dinner to reception. It can seem like there is so much to do, but don't worry! We've got your back. Check out our handy Venue Directory at the end of this section to keep you on track and break down all the important info you need to know!