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No pressure, but the gift bags you leave for your out-of-town guests play a major role in setting the tone for your nuptials, which means you want to make sure you fill them with thoughtful, wow-worthy items. Why not pamper your favorite people with some beauty items sure to make them feel relaxed and ready to celebrate! Here, some fun ideas to get you started.
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If you’ve moved away from most of your wedding guests, or, you’re getting married back home and want to share with your friends what your home state is all about, United Scents of America is the perfect thing. With fragrances that are intended to embody the essence of the state (think citrus and ocean breeze notes for Florida and fresh rain and cedar for Texas), it will leave an impression long past the wedding. (State fragrances, starting at $18, United Scents of America)
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Following the same theme, jewelry designer Jen Boaz’s handmade States of Love necklaces are the perfect way to leave a piece of your home state pride with your guests. (“States of Love” necklaces, $30, Jen Boaz)
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If you’re a coffee lover (or have any early morning activities on the agenda), treat your guests to this Kalastyle Modern Wash Soap. It’s organic and made with actual coffee grounds, so it smells amazing and gives you a real pick-me-up in the shower. (“Modern Wash” soap, $4.95, Kalastyle available at Anthropologie)
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Offer the gift of beauty from the inside out with Miyu Beauty A Prettea Little Quartet Bridal Edition kit, a sampler of beauty essences and teas to de-stress and hydrate your skin — plus, the brand offers special bridal pricing! (“A Prettea Little Quartet” bridal tea and skincare set, $24, Miyu Beauty)
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Give the gift of relaxation in a beautiful package. Gem Honey Bath Salts are made with wholesome, organic ingredients and ease your muscles and smell divine, plus the amber-colored jar looks beautiful in a basket, bag and eventually, sitting in your guests’ bathroom. (Bath salt jar, $28, Gem Honey available at Urban Outfitters)
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Add some personalized humor with bath items from LUSH! Getting married in Southern Florida? The Pink Flamingo Bubble Bar is ideal. Heading to Paris for your honeymoon? Pay tribute to your trip with the French Kiss Bubble Bar. You or your groom a techy? The Ickle Baby Bot Bath Bomb will surely put a smile on every guest’s face. (Bubble bars and bath bombs, starting at $3.95, Lush)
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Give a nod to your team of choice (and try not to stir up any rival trouble!) with NFL Football Team Soy Candles from Etsy shop TheSaltyTurtle. You can also personalize your candle with a wide variety of scents, making it even more specific to you as a couple. (NFL soy candles, $19.50, TheSaltyTurtle)
See More: Beyond Welcome Bags — 5 Ways to Make Your Out-of-Town Guests Comfortable at Your Wedding