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Updated Oct 14, 2024The 31 Best Bridesmaid Proposal Cards, From Funny to Sentimental
Pop the question to your crew with cute stationery.
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It's time to assemble your bridal party, which means you've got a different kind of proposal coming. Asking your loved ones to be bridesmaids (even if they already knew it was coming) shows them how much they mean to you, and having a squad of helpers makes all the planning (and celebrating!) even more fun. Whether a standalone gesture or the finishing touch to a bridesmaid proposal box, a "Will you be my bridesmaid?" card sets the tone for your wedding party and gets them excited for all that's in store. (Plus, they're easily mailable to all your long-distance BFFs.) From tongue-in-cheek picks to sweet and sentimental designs, we've rounded up our favorite bridesmaid and maid-of-honor proposal cards for you to shop. We're even breaking down bridesmaid proposal card etiquette, like what to include (and what not to include) in your cards and when to send them out.
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The Best Bridesmaid Proposal Cards
These "Will you be my bridesmaid?" or "Will you be my maid of honor?" cards are sure to get a resounding "Yes!" from your besties. From sentimental to funny to custom, they'll be a fun surprise in the mail or the finishing touch to the perfect proposal gift.
1. Festive Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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Kick the (wedding) party off with these simple, cute bridesmaid proposal cards. Featuring an illustrated espresso martini with your friend's name etched on the glass, these invitations let you pop a "tini" question about your biggest day.
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2. "Now Act Surprised" Bridesmaid Card
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If you've known who'd be in your wedding party long before you knew who you were even going to marry, this is the perfect card. The front says, "Now act surprised like you had no idea this was coming," while the inside pops the question to bridesmaids, bridesmen or your maid of honor. You can also select the envelope color, with choices ranging from classic white to silver, gold, blush, black or brown.
3. Bridal Party Proposal Card
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Shopping for your friend who's the life of the party? Tell them as much with this fun proposal message: "Without you, it wouldn't be a bridal party." We personally love the hot pink color theme, but you can personalize the design to your liking, including adding a photo or custom message to the inside.
4. Scratch-Off Bridesmaid Card
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Send this bridesmaid asking card with a lucky penny—they'll need it in order to scratch off the heart and reveal the card's message. It's not just a fun proposal, it's also personalized with their name at the top.
5. "Will You Be My Bridesmaid?" Details Card
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This personalized bridesmaid information card is for the bride who's already thinking ahead. The front is customized with your bestie's name, a picture of you two and the ever-important question. Meanwhile, the back outlines the wedding details, along with their responsibilities as a member of your bridal party, dress expectations and the names of the other bridesmaids. How convenient is that?!
6. Satin Bow Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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Elegant, timeless and just the right amount of charm—this bridesmaid invitation, featuring a soft satin bow, is the perfect way to invite your closest friends and family to stand alongside you as your bridesmaids or maid of honor. It adds a touch of sophistication while hinting at the big moment when you'll literally tie the knot.
7. Friends-Inspired Bridesmaid Card
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Raise your hand if you remember this iconic scene from Friends! This bridesmaid proposal card takes inspiration from the show's signature font to spell out "The one where you're my bridesmaid" with an illustration of Monica, Rachel and Phoebe in wedding dresses underneath.
8. Gothic Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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This "Can you be my bridesmaid" card is for your ride or dies. The gothic-inspired design is complete with spider webs, skeleton hands and a black envelope to pop the question. It's even customized with your wedding date so they know when they're being summoned. You can order a single card or a whole batch so everyone in your crew gets a special note.
9. Chocolate Bar Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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There's nothing sweeter than asking your closest friends to be your bridesmaids, so why not pop the question with a delicious bar of chocolate? This sea salt, caramel and dark chocolate candy bar—handmade in St. Louis with Fair Trade Certified ingredients—comes in a pretty peach wrapper that doubles as a "Will you be my bridesmaid?" card. The interior reads, "I couldn't do this without you...and neither of us can do this without chocolate."
10. "Pop the Question" Bridesmaid Card
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Ask your bridesmaids to be part of your special day with these playful personalized bridesmaid cards. They're customized with each of your loved ones' names and the wording, "It's my turn to pop the question." The party balloon-inspired design is sure to grab their attention.
11. Pop Culture Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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Announce your engagement and invite your friends to be in your wedding party with this funny bridesmaid proposal card. It draws inspiration from the movie Bridesmaids, illustrating Maya Rudolph's iconic wedding dress shopping scene and quote, "It's happening." The inside is blank so you can write your own note to pop the question.
12. Cute Unicorn Maid of Honor Card
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You've probably seen this meme before and it couldn't be more applicable than to your maid of honor. While other maids of honor are surely great, yours is a unicorn. It's the perfect way to show her how amazing you think she is. Best of all, the design can come printed or as an instant download.
13. Custom Bridesmaid Photo Card
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Ask your nearest and dearest to join you on your special day with this custom bridesmaid card. The cover resembles a Polaroid and can be personalized with a nostalgic picture of the two of you (aww!) along with their name and "Will you be my bridesmaid" underneath.
14. Letterpressed Bridesman Proposal Card
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Including a bridesman? You can find tons of great proposal cards for him too. This minimalist card has "Bridesman?" letterpressed into the cardstock for a simple but effective ask. The seller also has design options for all other members of your wedding party if you're looking for a consistent theme.
15. Elegant "Will You Be My Bridesmaid" Card Set
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This bridal party card set is all about the envelope. The minimalist stationery says "Will you be my bridesmaid/maid of honor/matron of honor" in black calligraphy, while the envelopes are embellished with a gold foil liner. The set of eight comes with six bridesmaid invites, one maid of honor invite and one matron of honor card.
16. Sister-in-Law Bridesmaid Card
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This rose gold bridesmaid invite is just for your soon-to-be sister-in-law. It reads "Soon you will be my sister but until then will you be my bridesmaid?" Add a handwritten note inside expressing how excited you are to (officially) become family.
17. "Will You Be My Bridesmaid?" Hanger Card
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Get your friends excited for the big day and their designated bridesmaid dresses with this artsy card. It features a watercolor painting of a clothing hanger to pop the question and it's signed by you. You can personalize the back of the card with a picture, custom message or a fun pattern. Bonus points if you actually pair it with a custom bridesmaid hanger.
18. Tongue-in-Cheek Bridesmaid Card
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It's a long-standing stereotype that bridesmaid dresses are—well—ugly (Remember 27 Dresses?). Play off that tradition with this funny bridesmaid card which promises your squad beautiful and flattering ensembles. The inside is blank, so you can write a unique message to each of your friends. May we suggest leading with this quote? "The best thing is you can shorten it and wear it again!"
19. Newspaper Bridesmaid Proposal Invitation
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Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Getting married is big news, so what better way to ask those close to you to be a part of your big day than with a newspaper-inspired bridesmaid proposal card? "The Bridesmaid Times" includes a date, location, headline and photo on the front page—all of which are customizable. And if you want to stick with the theme, this design is also available for all your wedding stationery—from invitations and save-the-dates to bridesmaid info cards and more!
20. Bridesmaids-Themed Maid of Honor Proposal Card
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Bridesmaids is literally the perfect movie to quote for all your wedding party proposals. Ask your best friend if she'll do you the honor of being your maid of honor with this hilarious card. It quotes Kristen Wiig on the plane saying "Help me I'm poor" with the addition "...at wedding planning" so they know their first responsibility as your MOH.
21. Futuristic Maid of Honor Proposal Card
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Give your bridesmaid-to-be a peek into the future with this adorable proposal card that'll make it crystal clear just how special they are to you. The funny phrase "Maid of honor duties are in your future" surrounds a beautiful floral illustration and a crystal ball, giving all the celestial bohemian vibes.
22. Obvious Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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Isn't it obvious? Give this super-cute card to the pals who already know they'll stand by your side at the ceremony. And while they'll probably know exactly who it's from, the front can be personalized with your signature.
23. Custom Illustration Bridesmaid Card
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Here's an extra-personalized way to propose to your besties. The cover of this bridesmaid invite features a custom illustration of the two of you in classic getting-ready robes and holding champagne or a bouquet. You get to select from dozens of hairstyles and multiple skin colors so they can see the resemblance instantly.
24. Retro "Will You Be My Bridesmaid?" Proposal Card
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Featuring a shining disco ball and all the retro vibes, this groovy maid of honor invitation will have your most special friend ready to hit the dance floor. With a blank interior for your personal touch, you can customize your ask and keep the good times rolling.
25. Beautiful Poem Bridesmaid Card
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Not sure what to write in a bridesmaid proposal card? This stationery option has you covered. Simply add your bridesmaid or maid of honor's name to the end of this beautiful poem and you've got a complete proposal message without too much forethought.
26. Humorous Bridal Party Proposal Card
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If sentimental isn't really your style—or your bridesmaids'—then you'll all love this funny card. On the front, there's a joke ("I know of a great party with an open bar") and your wedding date, then "Will you be my bridesmaid?" is printed on the inside. You can add a thoughtful, handwritten note, but we're pretty sure they'll say "yes" regardless.
27. Postcard Bridesmaid Proposal
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This cute bridesmaid proposal card is designed to resemble a postcard, making it perfect for long-distance besties or a destination wedding. It's adorably addressed to your "future bridesmaid" on the front and the inside can be customized with photos and a heartfelt message. You can even pick between six different design colors.
28. Something Blue Bridesmaid Proposal Card Set
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We love anything that rhymes! This bridal party card set comes with 16 cards to give to your bridesmaids, maids of honor, matrons of honor and even flower girls. The blue cover reads "Something old, something new, something borrowed and definitely you!" while the inside asks if they'll be part of your wedding party.
29. Save the Date Bridesmaid Proposal Card
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Pop the question in style with this adorable two-in-one bridesmaid proposal card that helps them save the date. It's the perfect way to ask your besties to stand by your side on your big day while ensuring they have the day locked down. Customizable to include not only your wedding date, but also your location and names, this card is both thoughtful and practical, because who doesn't love a little extra reminder?
30. Wax Seal Bridesmaid Card Set
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Everything feels fancier with a wax seal. Let your friends and family know how special they are to you with this elegant stationery set. The greenery-decorated cards can be used to ask bridesmaids, maids of honor and matrons of honor. They're housed in a deep green envelope and finished with a gold wax seal.
31. Rustic Maid of Honor Proposal Card
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In soft terracotta tones inspired by the desert, this simple yet stunning maid of honor proposal card is the perfect way to ask your best friend to stand by your side on your special day. With its earthy, minimalist design and heartfelt message, this card is both chic and meaningful.
Bridesmaid Proposal Card FAQ
Naturally, you want your wedding party proposal to go off without a hitch—and with our advice, it will. Here's a little more about bridesmaid proposal cards so you know what information to include and when to send them out.
What is a bridesmaid proposal card?
A bridesmaid proposal card, sometimes called a bridesmaid invitation, is when you officially ask your loved ones to be part of your wedding party and they, in turn, say "YES!" (or "Sorry, no"). When it comes to what to write in a bridesmaid proposal card, the first thing to include is "Will you be my bridesmaid?" You'll also want to talk a bit about why you want that individual to be part of your big day. Perhaps you're childhood friends or siblings or they're your go-to for advice. That said, your bridesmaid proposal isn't the only chance you'll have to be sappy. You should hand out bridesmaid thank-you cards at the wedding (or shortly after) so you can reiterate your gratitude for all their relationship support and wedding help.
Is it the same thing as a bridesmaid information card?
Bridesmaid proposal cards and bridesmaid information cards are different—however, pairing the two together has been growing in popularity. As aforementioned, a bridesmaid proposal card invites an individual to be part of your wedding party, while a bridesmaid information card provides them with the responsibilities of being a bridesmaid or maid of honor. A bridesmaid information card should let your future wedding party know the when and where of your wedding, as well as any prewedding events you already have planned, like your shower. It should also include who else is in the wedding party, what they'll be expected to wear and any other important planning details they'll need to prepare for. The reason some couples pair these two cards together is so that their loved ones know all the expectations before they accept the role.
When should your bridesmaid proposals happen?
Whether you're planning to hand out a card or a bridesmaid proposal gift, you should ask your friends and family "Will you be my bridesmaid" as soon as you know who you want to be part of your big day. Many couples choose to propose within two or three months of getting engaged. With an average engagement length of 15 months, this gives your crew plenty of time to prepare.
Additional reporting by Shyla Watson
