There are so many people who help the bride and groom prepare for that special day. After all of their hard work, they deserve a little something to show some appreciation. Groomsmen and bridesmaids help the bride and groom throughout the planning process and the entire day that they’ve been waiting such a long time for. It’s time to learn how to thank them properly.

The bride and groom are usually expected to give something to their bridesmaids and groomsmen to thank them for all of their help. It’s easy to think of things to get for the women. Usually it’s pedicures, manicures, purses, jewelry, etc. The men are a little tougher to shop for.

“We bought all of our ushers flasks with their initials engraved in them. My husband took the groomsmen out for a ‘last boy event’,” said Jessica Haugo, ISU elementary education alumna.

There are many stores in the Des Moines area to get things engraved. It’s an inexpensive way to show how important these people are. It’s also something that they will keep forever.

Some popular gifts for the groomsmen are flasks, watches, money clips, etc. Another great way to thank the guys is taking them out for a round of golf or another activity they can all do together.

“I took all of my groomsmen out for eight holes of golf and then a few drinks,” said Ryan Haugo, ISU business college alumnus.

Gifts are always nice, but taking friends out to hang together means something more. It’s always nice to take time for friends before the knot is tied. Show them that they won’t be forgotten and how important they are in your life, even after marriage!

“The ushers were really excited about the flasks that they got,” Haugo said, “and we all had a good time golfing.”