WEDDING GIFTS:  UNIQUE IDEAS - SUGGESTIONS 

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By tradition, the bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girls and ring bearers were to protect the bride and groom from evil spirits. Today, everyone are close friends, even family members that honor the bride and groom on their very special day by, in part, the giving of gifts.

Are you at a loss for the special gift to the bride and groom that already seems to have everything? Here are some unique suggestions and ideas:

Coffee Gift Boxes: What true coffee drinker doesn't enjoy the wonderful morning coffee aroma?

Photo Albums: If you are a part of the wedding make your own photo album and present to the bride - such as dress fitting, behind the scenes decorating, etc. You will be capturing unique shots that the official wedding photographer will miss!

Coasters: Look for a unique set of "love" coasters.

Candles: Scented candles are always a wonderful wedding gift. When a scented candle is not burning just remove the lid and let it's aroma fill the room!

Cookies: Stop by your local supermarket and brainstorm with those in the bakery department for their ideas on a box of unique wedding cookies they could create for you. Remember, these folks are creative!

Rose Petals: Nothing can compare to the romantic beauty of rose petals. Preserved rose petals are a natural alternative and an inexpensive way to give a great gift.

Household Items: Refrigerator magnets, bottle stoppers, salt and pepper shakers, a hand thrown pottery item, unique book markers...or just do an internet search for 'wedding favors' for a vast number of other wedding favor and gift ideas.

Pen Sets: Especially personalized sets are always deeply appreciated gifts. If the groom is a car buff you might consider a car wheel pen desk set.

Personalized Photo Cuff Links: Think about a set for each the bride and the groom.

USB Flash Key Chains: Who doesn't own a computer in our world today? This USB flash keychain would surely always be appreciated.

Travel Size Grooming Kit: Handsome travel-size grooming kits can be used for travel or kept in the car for emergency purposes. They normally include a pair of nail clippers, a razor, toothbrush, eyeglass tool, scissors, and cuticle tools.

It is important to remember: Gifts presented to the bride and groom, whether large or small, will tell them how happy you are to be honored to know them and have them in your life. Ms.CiCi is an accomplished author and world traveler. Her writings expose her wealth of 'secret information' so derived from her travels as well as drawing from her own personal wealth of wisdom. A great lover of nature, a visit to her website is a true delight: http://www.CiCi-Online.Com