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Updated Mar 06, 2025Here's Everything I Bought for My BFF's Gem-Themed Bridal Shower (as an Editor)
After all, she is a gem.
Illustration by Tiana Crispino for The Knot
Here's the tea, my best friend really is a gem. So when she got engaged I decided to throw her a "She's a Gem" bridal shower. When you work in the world of weddings, you've seen it all—every unique theme, creative ceremony idea, out-of-the-box reception design. So, when my own bestie got engaged, I knew she needed a truly next-level wedding shower. That's how I decided on a "She's a Gem" bridal shower.
The basic concept is that the bride-to-be is a gem and you find any and every way to fill the bridal shower with diamond motifs. Diamond-inspired shower favors and crafts, gem-themed shower signage and decorations, and even jewel-packed bridal shower games are key to pulling off this unique bridal shower theme idea. Have I intrigued you yet? Read on to see everything you need to buy to plan a "She's a Gem" bridal shower.
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In this story:
- Editor's Picks: "She's a Gem" Shower Must-Haves
- "She's a Gem" Shower Centerpieces
- "She's a Gem" Shower Table Decorations
- "She's a Gem" Shower Cake Decorations
- "She's a Gem" Shower Balloons
- "She's a Gem" Shower Games
- "She's a Gem" Shower Signs
Photo: Hannah Nowack,Collage by Tiana Crispino
Editor's Picks: "She's a Gem" Shower Must-Haves
Prepare to be dazzled by sparkling products that'll having you swooning. From bridal shower invitations to favors, here are my top picks of products for a "She's a Gem" bridal shower.
Adorable "She's a Gem" Greeting Card
Photo: Pink Olive
This is the card that started it all. I am a self-proclaimed stationery aficionado and love spending hours strolling through aisle upon aisle of greeting cards at my local paper store. This card would work either as an invitation to the shower or a thank you card to follow up after the shower.
Silicone Gem Molds for Fun Bridal Shower Favors
Photo: Amazon
Feeling crafty? These molds will be a big hit whether you want to premake some custom soaps or purchase these molds to use as a shower craft activity.
Custom Favor Bags for "She's a Gem" Bridal Shower
Photo: DashOfSouthernSass
Once you've made custom gem-shaped soaps or chocolates you'll need a bag to put them in. That's where these adorable, and personalized, cloth bags come into play.
Dazzling Diamond Foil Curtain Backdrop
Photo: xo, Fetti
Every bridal shower needs a curated space where the bride can snap pictures with her besties. I love the idea of this bridal shower backdrop doubling as decor and a photo booth moment.
Entertaining Diamond Ring Piñata Bridal Shower Activity
Photo: Amazon
While I'd never suggest that you take a swing at your bestie's sparky new rock, this piñata version can take the heat. As for what to place inside of the piñata? Ring-shaped candies are a great filler option.
"You're a Gem" Jewelry Case Bridal Shower Favor
Photo: Designworks Ink
If the bride is thinking about gifting her besties earrings to wear on the wedding day then this is the perfect precursor gift for the wedding party. Give your VIPs a jewelry case that reminds where they can store precious jewelry while being reminded of how precious their friendship is to you.
Adorable Scrunchies With Diamond Tags
Photo: xo, Fetti
"To have and to hold" your besties' hair while they're shredding it on the dance floor at the wedding. Little trinkets like these scrunchies are great prizes for any games you're planning during the bridal shower.
Delicious Ring Pop Bridal Shower Dessert
Photo: Amazon
Before the bride's diamond came along there was the OG diamond ring—Ring Pops! Give everyone a sweet treat to snack on while the to-be-wed opens bridal shower gifts.
Tasty "You're a Gem" Chocolate Bar Wedding Shower Prize
Photo: Giften Market
I'm known to be a bit competitive so I've always loved bridal shower games. And if all shower games involved winning chocolate then it would double my incentive to win.
"She's a Gem" Shower Centerpieces
Let's get down to business—decorating the dazzling gem-themed bridal shower. Here are some of my favorite "She's a Gem" shower theme centerpieces you need to add to your shopping cart ASAP.
Charming Diamond Boxes as Shower Centerpieces
Photo: The Knot
How cute would these little diamond favor boxes look set at each attendee's place setting on the day of the shower? You could even use them as part of a game where one person has something different inside theirs which indicates they're the winner of a separate prize.
Dazzling Acrylic Gem Beads
Photo: Amazon
If the bride-to-be loves Taylor Swift then take a cue from her iconic lyrics: "Best believe I'm still bejeweled." Instead of table confetti, sprinkle these brilliant faux gems about to complement your tablescape design.
"She's a Gem" Shower Table Decorations
Centerpieces aren't the only decorations that will be on your bridal shower tables. From plates and cups to other decorative elements, I've rounded up all the best products to make the bridal shower tables shine and sparkle.
Radiant Diamond Confetti Decorations
Photo: lovelykindco
Let it rain diamonds with these glitzy diamond confetti pieces. As a bonus, since this confetti is larger than typical confetti it'll be easier to clean up.
Amazing Iridescent Plates for Bridal Shower
Photo: Meri Meri
Your guests will be eating like royalty at the gem-themed wedding shower thanks to these iridescent diamond-shaped paper plates. They're almost too beautiful to eat off of.
Diamond Stir Sticks for Bridal Shower Drinks
Photo: ZCreateDesign
Get the bridal shower drinks in on the theme with these diamond-shaped drink stirrers. Bonus points if you decide on a sparkling drink, like champagne-filled mimosas.
Festive Diamond Ring Paper Plates
Photo: Party City
These diamond paper plates are 8 ct, but unfortunately that just means they come in an 8-count pack, they are not 8 carats. Nevertheless, they add a prominent dose of sparkle to the bridal shower tablescape.
Adorable Rose Gold Cups With Diamond Rings
Photo: Party City
Pair these diamond ring cups with the diamond ring plates you've also added to your shopping cart and you're well on your way to having a fully stocked jewelry store…or rather gem-themed bridal shower. Needless to say, I am obsessed.
Adorable Diamond-Themed To-Go Cups
Photo: DivineGlitters
Planning an outdoor bridal shower? These plastic to-go cups are a great addition to your shopping list.
"She's a Gem" Shower Cake Decorations
Bridal shower cakes are a central element of this prewedding event. What's more, they're a great spot to reinforce your chosen theme with some glitz and sparkle, especially if you select festive bridal shower cake toppers.
Stunning Gold Glitter Diamond Cupcake Toppers for Bridal Shower
Photo: Walmart
Make your bridal shower cupcakes sparkle with these diamond toppers. If you aren't having cupcakes you could even use these to poke into doughnuts to really resemble a diamond ring.
Beautiful Blue Agate Cupcake Toppers
Photo: PixelsAndPop
Diamonds aren't your only option for "She's a Gem" shower cake decorations. These agate-inspired bridal shower cupcake toppers are a fun gem-themed details that doesn't center on diamonds.
Colorful Gem Bridal Shower Cupcake Toppers
Photo: ThePartySnobs
In addition to geodes and agate, you can lean into celebrating colorful gemstones like emeralds, rubies and sapphires. How fun are these prismatic gem cupcake toppers?
"She's a Gem" Shower Balloons
Take your gem-inspired bridal shower to new heights with on-theme balloons. From foil letter balloons to agate-inspired latex balloons, there's sure to be a product below you're going to fall in love with.
"She's a Gem" Foil Balloon Banner for Bridal Shower
Photo: CherCanDoIt
She really is a gem, so proclaim it loudly with a banner. These foil letter balloons will be a popular focal point of the preweddinge event.
Larger-Than-Life Diamond Ring Balloon
Photo: Amazon
Shine bright like a diamond…balloon. Even if the to-be-wed's ring isn't quite this big, celebrate her giant new rock with even bigger diamond ring balloons.
Regal Purple Agate-Inspired Latex Balloons
Photo: Amazon
If you want more color than just gold and silver then this shower balloon idea is for you. Get marbled balloons that match your bridal shower color moment as a nod to agate.
"She's a Gem" Shower Games
All good bridal showers involve a few wedding shower games and amazing prizes for the game winners. Here are a few diamond-inspired games that everyone will enjoy.
Printable "Would She Rather?" Bridal Shower Game
Photo: PaperPassionDesigns
Would you rather have a diamond ring or an emerald ring? This game settled on a diamond ring watermark to add some festive flair to the competitive activity.
"Put a Ring on It" Interactive Bridal Shower Game
Photo: Walmart
Personally, I love a game with props. The rules of this game, which takes place over the course of the entire shower, are simple. Each guest gets a ring and can't say the words "bride" or "dress" in order to stay in the game. If someone catches you saying one of those words then they take your gem-clad ring. The guest with the most rings at the end of the shower wins.
Diamond Scratch-Off Wedding Shower Game
Photo: Amazon
Want a game that doesn't involve a lot of prep? This scratch-off activity is for you. Place one card at everyone's seat before the event. All guests have to do is scratch off the diamond ring to see if they won or lost.
Crystal-Topped Pens That Bring the Bling
Photo: Amazon
Planning on having a printable wedding shower game? Guests are going to need pens to complete the task.
"She's a Gem" Shower Signs
Signage, from welcome displays to banner backdrops, is a key element of any successful wedding shower. For a "She's a Gem" shower, keep these awesome bridal shower signs in mind.
Assorted Gem Banner That Honors Every Style
Photo: GlitterPaperScissor
Can't decide on your favorite cut of gem? Honor them all, from brilliant and princess to emerald and asscher, with this assorted gem banner.
Vibrant Diamond Neon Sign
Photo: 4everlight
Neon signs are popular at weddings, but I'm all for bringing the trend to bridal showers as well. This edgy sign is great because it will last long after the shower concludes, just like a real diamond.
