Letters to My Groomsmen: Why This New Trend Is Changing Wedding Mornings
The morning of your wedding is already full of emotion. But more and more grooms are choosing to lean in — not just with hugs and handshakes, but with handwritten letters. Whether it’s a short note of thanks or a full-on memory lane moment, personal letters are replacing monogrammed flasks and novelty socks — and creating memories that last long past the reception.
✍️ Section 1: A Shift in How Grooms Give
Traditional groomsmen gifts used to be material-first: watches, bottle openers, cufflinks.
But today’s groom is focused on meaningful impact over material items.
Letters allow grooms to acknowledge friendships, share gratitude, and express emotion in a way no object can.
It’s not “less” of a gift — it’s more personal, more lasting, more real.
💌 Section 2: What to Write in a Groomsmen Letter
Not a writer? No problem. Here’s a basic structure that works:
Opening line: A casual “Bro…” or heartfelt “Hey [Name],” — whatever fits your voice.
A shared memory: “I’ll never forget that night in college…”
A thank-you: Acknowledge what they’ve done for you—then and now.
A personal note: Something just for them — a quirk, a trait, a story.
A future wish: Let them know you're grateful they’re part of this next chapter.
Optional: Pair it with a photo, a cigar, a small memento.
🧔🕊️ Section 3: Why It Hits Harder Than Any Gift Bag
Letters can be read again and again — long after the wedding.
They create a quiet, emotional moment in the chaos of the day.
They give your groomsmen a story to tell — and often, tears to wipe.
One client told us: “I’ve kept the letter from my best man in my sock drawer for 8 years.”
📸 Section 4: Document the Moment
Have your photographer capture the moment your groomsmen read their letters.
It’s one of the most emotional, candid moments of the day.
Pro tip: Hand out letters just before grooming or while getting dressed.
🥃 Final Thought: Give Them Their Flowers, In Your Words
Your boys showed up. For years. For your relationship. For your wedding.
A letter doesn’t just say “thanks for being here” — it says you matter to me.
That’s a gift no one throws in a drawer.