Personalized Bridesmaid and Wedding Party Gifts: Turkish Towels and Robes
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Personalized Turkish towels and lightweight cotton robes are some of the best bridesmaid gifts because they are used on the wedding morning and long after, at the beach, the pool and at home. The Riviera Towel Company in Santa Barbara sells ready-made towels, robes and totes you can gift as-is, and our sister company RivieraGift.com adds names, monograms and wedding dates through embroidery, printing or custom weaving. For personalized pieces, request a quote and a virtual at RivieraGift.com.
Here is how to choose gifts your bridesmaids, groomsmen and the rest of the wedding party will actually keep.
What are good personalized bridesmaid gifts?
The best personalized bridesmaid gifts are useful, flattering in photos and easy to travel with: a monogrammed Turkish towel, a robe for getting ready, or a beach tote with her name. Add a small extra like jewelry or a candle to round it out.
- Getting-ready robes: matching robes make for sweet photos on the wedding morning.
- Monogrammed Turkish towels: perfect for a beach day, a pool party or the honeymoon-adjacent weekend.
- Name or initial totes: handy for the wedding weekend and every beach day after.
- Coastal jewelry: a light, everyday piece she can wear with her dress. See our coastal jewelry guide.
- A Santa Barbara keepsake: for destination weddings here, something with the town's name on it.
Should I choose a robe or a Turkish towel for bridesmaids?
Choose robes if you want matching getting-ready photos, and choose Turkish towels if your wedding weekend includes the beach, a pool or travel. Many couples give both: the robe on the morning of, and the towel in a welcome bag.
| Gift | Best for | Ready-made option | Personalize it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish cotton robe | Getting-ready photos, spa days | Essential Turkish Bathrobe, from $68 | Embroidered name or initial |
| Waffle robe | Cozy, textured look | Waffle Weave Hooded Turkish Cotton Robe, from $88 | Embroidered monogram |
| Turkish beach towel | Beach and pool days, travel | Essential Turkish Towel, from $29.98 | Name, monogram or wedding date |
| Beach tote | The whole wedding weekend | Essential Medio Beach Tote, from $38 | Name or initials |
| Santa Barbara towel | Destination weddings in Santa Barbara | LOVE from Santa Barbara Beach Towels, from $48.98 | Add the couple's names and date |
How do I personalize towels and robes for my wedding party?
Request a quote and a virtual from RivieraGift.com, our sister company, which embroiders, prints and custom-weaves towels, blankets, robes and totes for weddings and events. The virtual shows you the design on the product before anything is made.
Ideas that work beautifully:
- Each bridesmaid's first name or initial on her own robe or towel.
- A shared monogram or the couple's initials with the wedding date.
- Titles like "Maid of Honor" or "Bride Crew" for a playful touch.
- A small motif, like a wave or palm, in your wedding colors.
Plan ahead and share your wedding date when you ask for a quote, so the team can tell you what is possible for your timeline. For a closer look at decoration styles, see our guide to custom embroidered Turkish towels.
What should I put in a bridesmaid gift box?
Start with one hero piece, like a robe or towel, then add one or two small extras and a handwritten note. Keeping the box focused makes it feel considered rather than crowded.
A simple checklist:
- A robe or Turkish towel (personalized or ready-made).
- A small piece of jewelry from our jewelry collection, like the Birthstone Necklace (from $42).
- A candle, such as the Santa Barbara 8 oz Candle (from $28).
- A scarf or wrap for a cool coastal evening, like the Lucca Lightweight Scarf Sarong Wrap (from $38).
- A handwritten card. Add gift wrap with a handwritten card for $10 on any product page.
Shopping for several bridesmaids? "Buy 2, save 10%" applies automatically to Riviera towels, blankets and robes, and orders over $95 ship free nationwide.
What are good gifts for groomsmen and the rest of the wedding party?
Turkish towels work just as well for groomsmen, parents and flower girls, since they are unisex and come in classic stripes and solids. Pair a towel with a cap or a robe for a complete gift.
- Groomsmen: a Turkish towel in a classic stripe plus a Santa Barbara Embroidered Baseball Cap (from $38).
- Parents of the couple: a matching pair of robes or a woven throw for their home.
- Flower girls and ring bearers: a towel with their name, or a small piece of kids' jewelry.
- Planners and hosts: a towel and candle as a thank-you.
Are Turkish towels good for Santa Barbara wedding welcome bags?
Yes. A Turkish towel is light, packs flat into a welcome bag and will be used the very next morning at East Beach or Butterfly Beach. Personalized towels with the couple's names and date double as a keepsake.
Our guide to Santa Barbara wedding welcome bags covers what else to tuck inside, and our Turkish towel gift guide has more ideas for the couple themselves.
Where can I shop for bridesmaid gifts in Santa Barbara?
Visit The Riviera Towel Company at 17 W. Gutierrez St., just off State Street in downtown Santa Barbara, to feel the towels and robes and pick colors together, which makes a fun outing with the bride. You can also shop robes and towels online at rivieratowel.com. For names, monograms and dates, request a quote and a virtual from RivieraGift.com.
FAQ
What is a good personalized gift for bridesmaids?
A monogrammed Turkish towel or a lightweight cotton robe with each bridesmaid's name makes a useful, photogenic gift. Personalization is available through our sister company, RivieraGift.com.
Can I get bridesmaid robes embroidered with names?
Yes. RivieraGift.com embroiders, prints and custom-weaves robes, towels, blankets and totes for weddings. Request a quote and a virtual at https://www.rivieragift.com.
Do you sell ready-made bridesmaid robes?
Yes. The Essential Turkish Bathrobe (from $68) and the Waffle Weave Hooded Turkish Cotton Robe (from $88) are available at rivieratowel.com and in our Santa Barbara shop.
Is there a discount for buying several robes or towels?
Yes. "Buy 2, save 10%" applies automatically to Riviera towels, blankets and robes, and orders over $95 ship free nationwide.
Can you gift wrap bridesmaid gifts?
Yes. Add gift wrap with a handwritten card for $10 on any product page, and we will wrap the gift and include your message.
To pick out bridesmaid and wedding party gifts in person, visit our shop at 17 W. Gutierrez St. in Santa Barbara or call 805-560-1571. We offer free shipping on orders over $95, and 5% of our net profits go to organizations that heal and protect the ocean we all love, with $76,439.30 donated so far.
