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It’s not every day you get to ask your best friends to stand by your side at your wedding, so why not make the occasion as special as can be? Before picking out bridesmaid dresses for the special people in your life and hosting the bachelorette party of a lifetime, check out these bridesmaid proposal gifts that will have them saying “I do” before you can even pop the question!
Bridesmaid Proposal Gifts
Jewelry
Who doesn’t love to celebrate with a little jewelry? From knot-inspired earrings to dainty initial bracelets, here are our favorite jewelry picks.
Small accessories are by far one of the best gifts you can give a best friend because you know they’ll use them over and over again. And we want you to spend your money on things you know they’re going to love. From hair clips to socks, these are sure to become some of their new favorite accessories.
Are the people closest to you really into coffee or do they prefer mimosas? No matter the drink of choice, there’s a personalized cup or mug for your bridesmaids to have and to hold.
Last, but not least, don’t forget to say a few words. While you’re thinking of what to write on the inside, fall in love with the outside of these bridesmaid proposal cards.
Now that you’ve picked out the perfect bridesmaid proposal gifts, it’s time to start thinking about what your wedding party is going to wear on the big day. There are so many options out there–it can feel overwhelming. To get started, check out our guide to the best places to buy bridesmaid dresses online. Leaning toward a mismatched look? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered there too. We’re giving you 13 mismatched bridesmaid color palettes that look absolutely stunning together! Looking for the perfect groomsmen gift? Suit up in style with this groomsmen gift idea.
Andrea and Jason had a clear vision for their wedding: they wanted to combine the elegance of an elevated garden party with the energy of a raucous party. With that in mind, they chose a rustic venue and meticulously thought of ways to inject fresh, modern, and personal touches into every part of the property. From the color-blocked florals to the bright orange and yellow rattan loungers—every corner of their Bilston Creek Farm wedding was vibrant, fresh, and reflected the overall tone they wanted to set for the weekend.
With a blend of old-world charm and contemporary luxuries, the farm was a perfect setting for their big day. As the guests gathered for the ceremony under a centuries-old tree where the ikebana-style arrangements stood out against the minimal white decor and chairs. As the sun set, the reception kicked off at the open area of the orchard. The towering and low floral arrangements, set against an all-white tablescape, created a stunning contrast. Bursting with color, the colorful blooms truly made the venue come to life.
This couple devoted a lot of care and attention to every detail, resulting in a truly stunning celebration that perfectly reflected their unique style and personalities. Luckily, Junebug member Meghan Hemstra was there to capture every precious moment, allowing us to relive the magic of their special day through her stunning photography. So keep scrolling and immerse yourself in every beautiful detail.
Why A Color-Blocked Modern Yet Rustic Bilston Creek Farm Wedding
Throughout the planning process, we consistently zeroed in on the theme of “when elevated garden party meets raucous party” as our guiding principle for the overall tone of the wedding. We balanced out the feel of a fancy sit-down tasting menu with upbeat music in the background. We ended formal speeches on our itinerary with “yam seng” toasts, where Jason and I went table to table loudly “cheers-ing” the groups while downing our beverages. One of the highlights of the reception was when “Love Story” came on by Taylor Swift, and our tables started belting the lyrics in unison. Of course, we ran over to join in on the chorus. I was so glad our photographer Meghan Hemstra captured the moment for us!
How They Knew That Bliston Creek Farm Was The Perfect Venue For Their Big Day
Jason and I had only casually seen two other venues before choosing Bilston Creek Farm. The funny thing is that we had never even seen Bilston in person and only toured it through Facetime because of travel difficulties during the COVID era. We only took half a call to realize it was “the one.” We already had ideas about how to transform different parts of the farm for different events throughout the wedding weekend. Jason and his family grew up going to the island every summer, so deciding on a venue in Victoria meant a lot to us. For background, Bilston Creek Farm was one of the first registered settlements of the Hudson’s Bay Company, one of the first working farms in British Columbia, and now a modern-day lavender farm—their current-day flagship crop. Bilston was the perfect blend of paying homage to history while weaving in some modern-day luxury.
The Inspiration Behind The Color-Blocking Theme
When we had chosen Bilston Creek Farm, we were very aware of how naturally rustic our venue was, so we made it a priority to be meticulous in thinking of ways to inject fresh, modern, but personal takes into each part of the property in use. Jason and I have always gravitated toward color, so we intentionally mixed it in wherever fitting within our decor. From intentional color-blocked florals to bright orange and yellow tones amidst our rattan loungers, we wanted each corner of the farm to look vibrant and fresh – reflective of the overall style we wanted to set for the weekend.
Honoring The Bride’s Heritage Through A Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony
One of the most memorable parts of the day was getting to do a traditional Chinese tea ceremony ahead of our Western ceremony. Jason and I actually did our first look with me in my cheongsam instead of my white gown. It meant so much that we got to honor my heritage and tradition while bringing our two families together to get their blessing for our wedding in a sentimental way.
They Created East-Meets-West Wedding Menu With Their Celebrity Chef Friend
Food has always been a huge part of our relationship, so we wanted to make our wedding day menu extra special for our guests. We knew we wanted to pay homage to Chinese wedding traditions while injecting inspiration from some of our favorite New York dishes. With the help of our friend, Top Chef Canada winner Chef Paul Moran, we created a bespoke tasting menu that fused East meets West tradition with his specialty of sustainably and ethically foraged ingredients. We stretched our East meets West vision into our late-night snacks to round out the evening. Chef fired up the onsite wood-fired oven to make us pepperoni and margherita pizzas late into the night. We also set up a table filled with instant Shin Ramyun noodle cups–a (too frequent) late-night guilty pleasure for Jason and me.
Wedding Advice From The Couple: Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff And Keep Your Focus On What Truly Matters
The best piece of advice we received was to not fixate on things that may go wrong on the day of the wedding. No one else would’ve known about any missed details except for you, so focus on being present in the moment because the day will fly by!
Congratulations to Andrea and Jason on their color-blocked modern yet rustic Bilston Creek Farm wedding. And a special shoutout to Junebug member Meghan Hemstra for capturing every stand-out detail and heartfelt moment throughout the day. To see more beautiful celebrations to pull inspiration from, check out her profile in our directory of the world’s best wedding photographers.
Colors and florals can transform a wedding into a breathtakingly beautiful affair—this wedding is your proof. The right combination of hues and blooms can add depth, texture, and vibrancy to every aspect of the celebration, from the ceremony to the reception. Whether you opt for bold and bright tones or soft and subtle shades, there’s no denying that nothing elevates a wedding more than a carefully curated color palette and stunning floral arrangements.
What Was The Most Memorable Part Of Your Franciscan Gardens Wedding?
While we weren’t initially interested in having a first look, we both agree it was the most memorable part of the day. We decided to do the first look because it worked best with the day-of schedule, especially having to coordinate logistics around a morning ceremony, so we agreed because that was also our best time for our portrait session. But we underestimated how special the first look ended up being for both of us! Having that intimate private moment together was a great way to start our big day because once we saw each other- it was like the stress and anxiety leading up to our big day just melted away as soon as we saw each other! And the reveal went both ways because Ellen had not seen Drew in his custom lilac suit either!
What Part Of Your Wedding Are You Most Proud Of?
We are definitely proud of having a morning ceremony and brunch reception! With an espresso cart! And donuts! While our choices were not all conventional for a wedding, the day ended up feeling so “us,” and we were happy with our decisions. Brunch and coffee are definitely our things- more so than evening dancing or drinking. And while we got a small cake for tradition (and pictures) of us newlyweds cutting the cake- we were more excited about the donuts!
What Wedding Planning Advice Would You Give?
Get a wedding planner or at least a Day-Of Coordinator! Especially if you plan to DIY elements yourself, hand off other responsibilities to your planner, and work with them on your vision and expectations, otherwise, it can easily become too much for you. Not only did our planner, Rachelle, from Radiant Love Events, take over managing our wedding and the vendors, but she also played an important role in keeping our goals realistic to the timeline and budget, as well as helping Ellen not put too much on her plate! And while you can dream big… sometimes what you need to hear and bring you back down to earth- is a professional’s opinion. With the limited time we had the morning leading up to the wedding as well, it would have been impossible for us to handle setup or logistics ourselves, so Rachelle and her assistant were crucial and handled the whole day flawlessly! Having a planner take the reins, and manage our wedding day for us left us stress-free and able to enjoy the day, our guests, and most importantly- live in the moment!
Congratulations to lovebirds Ellen and Drew on their beautifully unique Franciscan Garden wedding. And a huge thank you to Junebug photographer Sunny Golden for capturing every detail that’ll have future couples feeling empowered to let go of those traditional wedding planning expectations.
This couple planned a celebration that authentically represented their love—starting with their color palette. The pastel decor effortlessly brought a free-spirited and whimsical feel to Ellen and Drew’s intimate garden celebration. And choosing your own wedding colors will ultimately set the tone for your big day as well. If you’re on the fence about which wedding colors best suit your vibe or season, check out our tips for choosing your wedding color palette.
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