Prior to her wedding, it's customary for a bride to buy a gift for each of her bridesmaids as a way of thanking them for their friendship and their support. If you're about to start shopping for something special for each of these important women in your life, you have many options. Don't hesitate to consider making a stop at your local jewelry store. You'll find a wide range of pieces of jewelry that can be a good fit for this occasion. Many women buy the same gift for each of their bridesmaids, so you can select a stylish piece of jewelry and buy as many pieces as you need to ensure that you have one for each recipient. Here are some jewelry ideas that can work well for bridesmaids.

Pendant Necklace

Jewelry stores have extensive selections of pendant necklaces, so you shouldn't have difficulty finding a design that you feel will be appropriate for both your bridesmaids and your budget. One option to consider is a pendant that features a gemstone. You may wish to choose a gemstone that has a color that complements your bridesmaids' dresses, with the goal of having them wear their pendants on your wedding day. Or, you might think of another way to select a color. For example, if all of you are friends from college, a gemstone in your school's color can reflect this long-standing friendship.

Tennis Bracelet

Another piece of jewelry that you may want to consider for your bridesmaids is a tennis bracelet. Like pendant necklaces, there are many different styles of this bracelet. Many have a delicate appearance that consists of a thin band and a series of small diamonds around the band. Of course, diamonds aren't your only option. If it's better for your budget, many jewelry stores sell tennis bracelets that have other gemstones.

Stud Earrings

You may wish to think about buying each of your bridesmaids a set of stud earrings. While plain studs might be somewhat appealing, don't overlook jewelry that has a little more visual impact. For example, you might like studs that are a colored gemstone with a border of small diamonds. As with considering a pendant necklace, one option is to buy stud earrings that match the bridesmaids' dresses so that they can wear this jewelry on your big day. A jewelry store salesperson can point out other jewelry options that can be suitable for your bridesmaids.