With the big fat Indian wedding, there comes around a lot of responsibilities to shoulder. It is not just about the union of two souls, but of two families that lose plenty of sleep getting everything in place. They make sure that your bridal appointments are set, your shopping sprees are attended too, the best caterers in town are called, and the whole event is planned as per your choice. Phew! It can be harrowing and frustrating at times; but did your close ones that are helping you, even once tell you how much they are going through? This is why, a simple gratitude act at the end of the wedding isn’t just enough. You have to appreciate all that they have done by presenting to them something special. And it would be wise to give them something that is memorable and to be cherished - it would be a token THANK YOU for sure, but straight from the heart, appreciating all the hard work they put into the making of your wedding. If you need ideas, we are here to give you a couple of them - take a look!

1. Say it with a token couple postcard

What you could do is to choose a lovely couple picture from the wedding album, and emboss a thank you note on it. Wrap it up and give the same to the recipients in person. The picture postcard could have the date of the wedding, the couple on it and some cool graphics that make it a mushy and an emotional affair.

2. A cute wall hanging

If you love ceramics and pottery, this is an idea that would click very well. A plate in neutral tones made from pottery or ceramic, with pretty cute hand drawn designs or romantic notes on it can be a good thank you gifting option. This would be best to give the office colleagues that have done so much for you and have helped made this wedding a success. The plate doesn’t have to be an expensive one, but the quality should be good and the surface should be glazed.

3. Mini wines for the boys

Don’t forget the hard work put in by the boys. They were your best men and the grooms men, but before that, they worked their way up ensuring every single detail and logistic at the wedding was nothing short of being a perfect one. From the lights to the decor, to running around and managing transport and more, they did it all for you. Show them some love with small mini wine bottles.

4. Mini hand soap dispensers

Your girls have been your soulmates, helping you around the wedding like there was nothing else after it to bother about. They have stayed awake many nights prepping up for the big day, ensuring you had your beauty sleep. It is time to show them some love with a fragrant special something. Think of fragrant hand wash dispensers that would clean their hands, and moisturize the tired palms too.

5. A customised coaster set

Don’t forget to thank the aunties that made this day special for you. If it was not for them, there would have been very few hands helping out with the rituals and the cultural norms around the house. They kept an eye on every aspect of the wedding, right from the flower arrangements to the pre-wedding and wedding rituals. This is why, gifting them a set of coasters would be a nice way to offer gratitude.

6. Aromatic candles for the lovely grandparents

Without the blessings of our elders, a marriage isn’t a successful one. This is why, our grandparents do their best to be present at the wedding and to provide as much as help as they can. They have been around to help with advise and pitched in to make the wedding a success too. Let them relax with a smile, as a romatic candles fill up the air with wafts of love presented by you as a token of gratitude.

7. Gift out favour tags to the little ones

Don’t forget that the little ones too have had a big role to play at your wedding. Their innocent smiles, their laughter and the sheer joy they bring was enough to spruce up the ambience around. Moreover, they spent a great deal of time while the rituals were on with patience too. So thanking them for their time is a must as well, because everyone needs to feel special! You could present them with favour tags!

8. Cute pendants for the bridesmaids

Another way to thank your bridesmaids, would be to present them with cute pendants. This could be made from metal and embossed with their names personally. You could also have glass or crystal pendants on silver chains as well. The choices are limitless, and it speaks of a gratitudinal act too.

9. A special tag for dad

Dad has always been the first man, the first-ever you interacted with in all your life. He has managed your life, your emotions and your career too, with all the ups and downs involved. Today as you walked down the aisle and into the mandap, dad made it special by handing you over to the groom. He has worked so hard to make you who you are, and into a lovely person - a special tag is the best way to appreciate his love.

10. Pretty Japanese fans for mom

It is an emotional time for mom to watch her child grow up and be an adult, getting married and beginning a new life. She has been around always, through times tough and easy; this marriage too has happened with her help and blessings. Show some love to mom; a lady that has the highest decree in your life, and who has made you the responsible adult you are.

Do let us know what you think about these ten beautiful ways to express your thanks to your loved ones after the wedding!