It’s often overlooked that the Bride has her own traditional duties to attend to. She has to choose the wedding date, type of ceremony and reception, ensure that all the outfits and colours coordinate, and when the wedding day is over she then has the task of writing to all the guests and attendants to thank them for attending and for their gifts.

Traditional gifts for the bride on the wedding day include silver jewellery, engraved silver wear and crystal jewellery. The Bride, of course, is the most important member of the wedding day ensemble and your choice of gift should, of course, reflect this.

9ct White Gold Diamond Heart Pendant
A classic heart design in white gold, this pendant on a 46cm curb chain is set wit three sparkling diamonds. £99 from H Samuel

Lovebird Entwined Hearts Silver Pendant
Two romantic Stirling silver hearts, carefully entwined and set with diamonds make a perfect wedding day gift. £73.40 from HotDiamonds

Birth Stone Pendant
Each month has its own birthstone and a really original and romantic idea is to present your bride with jewellery featuring her own personal gemstone. This necklace from the Hudson Collection at Astley Clarke features a stunning white topaz stone for brides born in April and is hung from a white gold chain. The collection includes pendants and earrings for every birthstone. £295 from Astley Clarke

Rotary ladies’ sterling silver bracelet watch
If you want to give a gift which is both stunning and practical then you can’t beat this luxury Rotary watch. A vintage inspired piece with a Stirling silver case and strap together with mother of pearl face this watch also carries a lifetime guarantee. £199 from Earnest Jones