Bridesmaid Gifts Australia: Ordering Matching Gifts for the Whole Bridal Party To order matching bridesmaid gifts without mistakes, count everyone plus one spare, collect every name in a spelling sheet, then order about six weeks before the wedding. That allows time for the artwork proof, around 5 to 7 business days of production, de livery and a reprint if anything is wrong. Key facts • Giftware Direct sends an artwork proof on orders over $100 (excluding shipping). Orders under $100 go straight into production unless you ask. • Production takes about 5 to 7 business days once payment and engraving details are received, and starts only after the proof is approved. • Rush production (about 3 business days from approval) is available on most items for a 20% surcharge or $20, whichever is greater. • You can mix designs in one order, or leave off the date or title, as long as you say so when ordering. • Many items are cheaper per piece in larger quantities, so an extra spare can cost little or nothing. • Orders ship from Cameron Park, NSW. For WA, Tasmania, the NT and rural areas, allow 7 to 12 days for delivery. How many bridesmaid gifts should you order? Count everyone who will stand with you, then add one. List bridesmaids, the maid or matron of honour, any bridesman, junior bridesmaids and the people you are thanking in the same style, such as mums or a celebrant. The spare covers a dropped glass, a late addition to the party or a gift for yourself so the set photographs as a full row. It also tends to cost less than it looks, because many bridesmaid gifts on Giftware Direct are priced in quantity tiers. For example, the Engraved Rose Gold Stainless Steel Hip Flask in Gift Box is listed at $25.99 for one, $22.99 each from 5 and $19.99 each from 10. Nine flasks come to $206.91; ten come to $199.90. Prices as listed in October 2026. Why do you need a names and spelling sheet? Most engraving problems start with a name typed from memory. Before you open the order form, put every recipient in one sheet and have each person check their own line. Name as engraved Role Design Colour / item Checked by Sophie Maid of Honour Calligraphy name Rose gold flask Sophie, 2 Feb Georgie Bridesmaid Calligraphy name Rose gold flask Georgie, 3 Feb Mia Junior Bridesmaid Calligraphy name Stemless glass Mum, 3 Feb Decide on name style too: first name only, full name or initials. Each listing asks for the name and title, the couple's names, the wedding date and any layout changes, then asks you to tick that everything is correct, including spelling. Giftware Direct c annot refund or remake items for mistakes in approved artwork, so the sheet is your safety net. Can you mix designs in one matching order? Yes. Giftware Direct's FAQ confirms you can pick and choose between designs, or drop the date or title, as long as you say so when ordering. A common approach is one item and one layout for everyone, with only the name and role changing. Glassware is the easiest to match at volume. The Engraved Wedding Stemless Wine Glass 500ml is $14.90 each for 1 to 10, $11.90 from 11 and $10 from 21. The Engraved 215ml Champagne Wedding Glass is $13.90 each, dropping to $10.90 from 11. If you are orderi ng personalised wine glasses or engraved champagne glasses for guests as well, order both in one go so the engraving matches and everything arrives together. One exception: engraved gift tags must all carry the same engraving. How do proofs and production time work? Orders over $100 (excluding shipping) get an artwork proof by email, with unlimited revisions until you approve it. Production begins only after approval, so check your inbox in the days after ordering. Orders under $100 go straight into production with the details supplied. Six stemless glasses at $14.90 come to $89.40, for instance, so there is no proof by default. Some listings, including the engraved wedding wine glasses, note that an artwork proof is emailed for that item whatever the order value, so check the Notes section on the product page. Once approved, most items take about 5 to 7 business days. If you are short on time, rush production brings it to about 3 business days for a 20% surcharge or $20, whichever is greater, arranged by phone on 1300 273 877. When should you order? Work back from the wedding date Order about six weeks out. That leaves room for a reprint and for slower delivery outside NSW. Before the wedding What to do 8 weeks Confirm the party list and finish the spelling sheet 6 weeks Place the order, including gift boxes and one spare 5 to 6 weeks Approve the proof (orders over $100); production starts 4 to 5 weeks Production complete (about 5 to 7 business days) 3 to 4 weeks Delivery; allow 7 to 12 days for WA, Tas, NT and rural areas 2 to 3 weeks Check every name; reorder anything wrong Final week Pack boxes and hand out gifts used on the day How should you package matching bridesmaid gifts? Packaging is what makes separate items read as a set. A few options from the site: • Gift box add - on: the Ultimate Rose Gold Bridesmaid Flask Set is $34 without boxes or $52 with a padded gift box, funnel and shot cups. • Padded Gift Box for Stemless Wine: $8.90 each, $7.90 from 6 and $6.90 from 24. Free freight on these boxes is not available to WA, VIC, QLD, SA or the NT; freight is quoted and must be paid before dispatch. • Personalised Wooden Gift Box : solid pine, 330 x 290 x 120mm, with an engraved sliding lid and shredded raffia, $59.95. It suits a filled maid of honour box. • Personalised Purple Flask and Timber Keepsake Proposal Box ($39.95): a 16 x 16 x 8cm box with the lid printed in black, dusty pink, navy, purple or teal, so you can match the box colour to the dresses. Finish with wedding favour tags . The Engraved Heart Rose Gold Acrylic Gift Tag is 35mm wide with a white ribbon, minimum 25, from $2.24 each. Frequently asked questions Q. How far in advance should I order bridesmaid gifts in Australia? About six weeks before the wedding is a safe target. Production is about 5 to 7 business days after proof approval, and delivery to WA, Tasmania, the NT and rural areas can take 7 to 12 days. Q. What if a name is spelt wrong on the proof? Reply to the proof email with the correction. Revisions are unlimited until you approve. Once approved, mistakes in the artwork cannot be refunded or exchanged. Q. Can I order different gifts for the maid of honour? Yes. Many couples give the maid of honour the same item as the bridesmaids plus something extra, such as a filled wooden gift box, so the set still matches in photos. Q. Is delivery free? Yes, on orders over $100; orders under $100 pay a flat $14.95. Some bulky items, such as padded gift boxes, have freight quoted separately outside NSW. The bottom line Count everyone plus one, get every name checked in writing, and order about six weeks out so the proof, production and delivery all fit. Browse the bridesmaid gifts range, or call Giftware Direct on 1300 273 877 if your date is closer than that.