Common Groomsmen Gift Questions

Q: What do I spend on groomsmen gifts for my wedding party?

A: This is an extremely common question and most people don't know where to begin. We suggest that 2% of the wedding budget be allocated to groomsmen gifts, best man gifts and father of the bride/groom gifts. This is an opportunity to say thank you to the most important men in your life. There are few wedding expenses that last beyond the day itself and these groomsmen gifts could be cherished for a lifetime. There are many places to cut expenses, but your groomsmen gifts should not be one of them. The budget becomes fixed so the smaller your wedding party, the more you can spend on each groomsmen gift. You do not have to spend the same amount on all groomsmen gifts. We recommend spending more on your best man gift and father of the bride and groom gifts.

Q: Do I need to get the same groomsmen gifts for all my groomsmen?

A: The most common approach is to get the same groomsmen gift for you entire wedding party. We suggest and provide the opportunity to make it more personal. This is about your individual friendships and the groomsmen gifts should reflect this. Get your groomsmen something they will use regularly and think of you and your friendship. Most of the items can be personalized with initials, nicknames, dates, or any other message that will make the item more meaningful groomsmen gifts.

Q: How far in advance should I start looking for or order my groomsmen gifts?

A: It is important not to wait until the last minute. The more time you leave the greater the opportunity for a higher quality more customized groomsmen gifts. Many of our items are handmade and can take up to 2-4 weeks to complete. To be safe, we advise leaving 4-8 weeks to order the ideal groomsmen gifts.

Q: Are all sales final? What if I wanted to see one before ordering a large quantity?

A: We have introduced the Groomstars Approved Sample Program which allows you to order a sample and approve your groomsmen gifts before moving forward with a larger order. Check out the Groomstars Approved Sample Program for more details on how this works. Other items are returnable as long as the quantity for that particular item is 3 or under and it has not been personalized. All personalized items are final sale and not returnable.