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Are you concerned that your groom will forget to buy groomsmen gifts? Not sure what types of items make a great groomsmen gift? We've compiled answers to your most pertinent present-oriented questions. Read on to get the goods on gift giving and do right by your groomsmen.
When to Give
There are a few moments when it's most appropriate to give your groomsmen and ushers their gifts. Traditionally, grooms distribute gifts at the rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding, especially if your gift is something (such as cuff links or a watch) your guys will wear during the ceremony. Otherwise the morning of the wedding day itself is fine.
How to Give
Take a moment to spend privately with each groomsman and usher. It needn't be long: Five minutes is great. The order of gift giving doesn't really matter; your schedule (and your groomsmen's schedules) will most likely dictate who goes first. You can choose to wrap or not wrap the gifts. If it's something the groomsman is going to be wearing right away, it may be best not to wrap it. While handing over the loot, be sure you tell each pal how much it means to you that he's standing up for you at the wedding. If you feel comfortable with writing out your thanks, give each man a card or note along with the gift. If you find that sort of mushy stuff a bit too much, be sure to at least tell your guys how much you appreciate them.