Happy Friday! Catching up on sharing some fun from a recent girls’ getaway. I just got back from celebrating a bride-to-be with my girlfriends in LA, and I received so many questions about the personalized boat totes I put together as party favors. These surprisingly affordable Etsy finds were a hit! While it’s a bit outside my usual home and interior design content, I thought some of you planning bachelorette parties, family vacations, or getaways with friends might appreciate some unique and practical favor ideas. They’d even work for the upcoming holiday season!
Party Favor Ideas for Any Bachelorette Party, Vacation, or Getaway – roomfortuesday.com
I considered a beautifully boxed gift with monochromatic wrapping – because who doesn’t love a classic look? However, these personalized tote bags felt much more practical, especially for travel and easy packing. Knowing my friends, I knew they’d appreciate something they could actually use during and after the trip. Traveling from New York to LA meant some serious carry-on Tetris skills were required! (If you’re curious, check out my travel essentials. My NYC friends are always amazed I never check bags, even on multi-stop trips – capsule wardrobes and packing expertise for the win!). Anyway, let’s dive into what made these bachelorette party goodie bags so special…
Inside Our Bachelorette Goodie Bags: Practical & Chic Gifts
Party Favor Ideas for Any Bachelorette Party, Vacation, or Getaway – roomfortuesday.com
For this bachelorette weekend send-off, where my friend opted out of a traditional bridal party, I was in charge of the party favors. My mission? Find classy and useful gifts my friends would genuinely enjoy. Having been to a few bachelorette parties in the past, I know the key is to curate a thoughtful care package rather than just gifting throwaway trinkets. I’m all about avoiding clutter and gifting items that people will actually use and cherish.
Party Favor Ideas for Any Bachelorette Party, Vacation, or Getaway – roomfortuesday.com
Here’s what I included in our bachelorette goodie bags: personalized boat totes, quick-dry beach towels (monogrammed locally), comfy slippers (the same ones I always keep stocked in the guest bath), and essential travel minis: SPF, lip balm, hair ties, a refreshing sheet mask, convenient makeup wipes, Advil for those celebratory mornings, and an immunity boost to keep everyone feeling their best. Everything was neatly tucked into these zippered pouches before going into the totes. As you can see, my bachelorette party favor selection leans towards the practical side. But if you’re looking for more functional items for your party bags, here are some more ideas…
Monogrammed Boat Totes and Beach Towels: A Personalized Touch
Party Favor Ideas for Any Bachelorette Party, Vacation, or Getaway – roomfortuesday.com
Bachelorette Party Gift Bag Ideas with Monogrammed Totes and Towels
Knowing the bride-to-be’s favorite color is dark green, I was thrilled to find these boat totes with emerald handles on Etsy, complete with simple embroidery. They offer a variety of colors and customizable typography, so you could even add a fun message instead of a monogram. While shipping took a little longer, they arrived in perfect condition and were a fantastic, budget-friendly choice.
I also picked up a pack of green quick-dry beach towels – essential for travel and easy packing – and had them monogrammed locally for under $30. I loved the idea of gifting functional items since we had a boat day planned and a spa at our Airbnb. I knew the totes and towels would get plenty of use during the weekend and long after. I always appreciate bachelorette gift bags where the bag itself is part of the gift! These cute bags were not only practical but also made for adorable group photos throughout the bachelorette party.
Monogrammed Tote Bags for a Bachelorette Party with Green Handles
More Personalized Bachelorette Party Favor Ideas
If you’re searching for even more personalized party favor inspiration, here are some ideas I saved during my planning. These items all made my favorites list and would make thoughtful gifts, perfect party favors, or a wonderful way to commemorate any special occasion.
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Remember, you can always purchase basic products and have them monogrammed or personalized locally, just like I did with the towels! While this particular party was in Los Angeles, these bachelorette goodie bag gift ideas are versatile and perfect for any location or event. They would also make a fantastic addition to a holiday gift list – I’m definitely adding some to my annual gift guide this year!
A Thoughtful Surprise: Personalized Gifts for Any Occasion
Cute Monogrammed Tote Bags as Party Favors for a Bachelorette
While I might be aging out of the bachelorette party phase myself (having just celebrated my last bestie’s upcoming wedding!), these party favors, totes, or towels would be a delightful surprise for so many occasions. A few years ago, Emmett and I joined my sister’s family vacation, and her mother-in-law made custom koozies for everyone – such a sweet welcome gift! You know I love anything monogrammed; I even had custom items (koozies, matches, and coasters) made for our basement bar! Here are some instances where personalized items, fun goodies, small gifts, or party favors would be a fantastic idea:
- Bachelorette or Bachelor Party Favors
- Family Vacations
- Getaways with Friends
- Seasonal Parties
- For Your Home or Family (matching totes, coasters for a home bar, etc.)
- As Thoughtful Holiday Gifts
- Girls’ Night or Galentine’s Day
- For Rental Properties (special branded Airbnb touches)
- Graduation Parties
- Staycations
- Welcome Gifts
Easy Beige Zippered Pouches for Bachelorette Gift Bags
Bachelorette Goodie Bag FAQs
What’s your go-to wedding gift?
It really depends on the couple and their interests. I’ve compiled a big list of ideas with lots of fun options! I also believe thoughtful wrapping is key to the perfect gift presentation.
Best bachelorette party you’ve attended, and your ideal do-over party?
It’s been over a decade since most of the bachelorette parties I’ve attended, so the recent LA trip was definitely memorable and fun! Some past destinations include Chicago, Louisville, Las Vegas, Nashville, Park City, and Florida. These days, I’d choose something relaxing… wine country, a mountain cabin, or maybe a spa or beach day? The older I get, the more I appreciate calm, serene moments with simple shared meals and making memories. What about you?
Decoration recommendations for getaways or parties?
Even as an interior designer (who isn’t exactly a minimalist), I believe less is more. There’s a lot of tacky, disposable décor out there. Whether you’re renting an Airbnb or in a hotel room, let the totes and party favors double as décor! We lined up the bags, poured champagne, and I made a quick floral arrangement using grocery store flowers and greenery from the property. It created a lovely scene for the weekend! Here’s a peek…
Bachelorette Party Gift Ideas for Favor Bags and Decorations
Green Handle Monogram Bachelorette Tote Bags as Decoration
Related Articles
While my blog usually focuses on home, interiors, and renovations, I do have some fun travel and gifting posts you might enjoy. I’ll link a few favorites below – they might be helpful if you have a wedding coming up or are searching for a special gift.
Budget-Friendly Monogrammed Tote Bags for Party Favors
Next time you’re on the hunt for classic party favor gift bag ideas, revisit this post! I know these occasions are special and infrequent, but I hope this is helpful when the time comes. Next week, it’s back to regular home content (while I recover from surgery). We’ll be discussing stone remnants, selling on Facebook Marketplace, and tiling our concrete patio. Thanks for reading, friends! Have a wonderful fall weekend.
