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Father of the Bride Gift Ideas, Plus Shirts for the Groom’s Parents
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Updated November 2, 2026
A meaningful father of the bride gift is a shirt printed with a photo of him and his daughter, maybe from her childhood, to wear at the rehearsal dinner or on the wedding morning. We make the same style for the mother of the bride and for the groom’s parents, in vintage black and white.
Parents of the couple spend months helping plan, pay for and pull off the wedding, and they rarely get a gift of their own. A photo shirt changes that. It’s something they can wear while everyone is getting ready, and it turns into a sweet reminder of the day once the dress is boxed up.
Father of the bride gift and one for mom
These two are written from the bride’s side. They’re easy to hand over the night before or the morning of, when a small moment with mom or dad means the most.
For dad, from the bride
Father of the Bride Photo Shirt
A dad-and-daughter photo in vintage black and white with Father of the Bride lettering. Use a picture from when she was little and watch him tear up before the ceremony even starts.
For mom, from the bride
Mother of the Bride Photo Shirt
Mom’s photo with antique gold Mother of the Bride lettering. It looks lovely as a sweatshirt for the bridal shower or the getting-ready photos.
Gifts for the groom’s parents
A father of the groom gift or a mother of the groom gift from her son can land even harder, because nobody expects the groom to get sentimental. These two lean on early photos.
For dad, from the groom
Father of the Groom Childhood Photo Shirt
A childhood photo of the groom, or of father and son, printed under Father of the Groom in white. Hand it over at the rehearsal dinner.
For mom, from the groom
Mother of the Groom Baby Photo Shirt
A baby photo, such as mom holding her son as a newborn, with gold Mother of the Groom lettering. A quiet thank-you she’ll want to wear all weekend.
For the bride’s brother and sister
Siblings carry a lot on the wedding weekend, from toasts to keeping the bride calm. These match the parents’ shirts, so the whole family can get ready in the same style.
For a brother, from his sister
Brother of the Bride Photo Shirt
A sibling photo with Brother of the Bride across it. A fun rehearsal dinner gift for the brother giving a speech.
For a sister or maid of honor
Sister of the Bride Photo Shirt
A photo of the two sisters with gold lettering, made for the getting-ready room and the bridal party photos.
For bridesmaids and the bachelorette weekend, see our bridal party gift ideas, and browse every wedding shirt for the rest of the family.
How to personalize a wedding family shirt
- Choose tee, crewneck or hoodieThen select the right size for the person getting it.
- Choose a shirt colorGarment-dyed shades have a soft, muted look.
- Upload the photoAdd the picture and fill in any text boxes the design offers.
- OrderThe sample image is replaced by your photo, and we print it in the USA.
If you’ve never printed an old photo on fabric, our guide on turning a picture into a shirt explains what to expect.
Which old photo to pick
For parents’ shirts, the best photo is usually the oldest one you can find. A few tips for getting a clean print:
- Photograph printed snapshots flat, in daylight, straight from above to avoid glare and tilt.
- Faces should be clear and front-facing, with nobody cut off at the edges.
- Choose the highest-resolution version you have. Scans and original phone files beat screenshots.
- For childhood photos, pick everyday clothes and a head-and-shoulders or waist-up shot. We don’t print bath or pool photos of kids, even old ones.
- The vintage designs tone everything black and white, so a faded color photo can still look great.
Our photo guidelines have a few more tips on resolution.
Tee, crewneck or hoodie for wedding week
| Option | Sizes | Fabric | Wedding-week use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tee (CC 1717) | S to 4XL | 6.1 oz garment-dyed ring-spun cotton, relaxed unisex fit | Summer weddings, golf outing, the morning-after brunch |
| Crewneck (CC 1566) | S to 3XL | Fleece, 80% cotton and 20% polyester | Getting-ready photos, fall weddings, bridal shower |
| Hoodie (CC 1567) | S to 2XL | Garment-dyed 80/20 fleece, lined hood, pouch pocket | Late-night after-party, cool evenings |
Fleece runs relaxed at the usual size; one or two sizes up gives a slouchy fit over a robe or button-down. Measurements are in the Comfort Colors size guide.
Order timing before the wedding
Allow 1 to 3 business days for us to print, then 3 to 5 business days for tracked USPS shipping to a US address. Most packages arrive in 4 to 8 business days, but no delivery date is guaranteed. Wedding weeks get hectic, so we’d order at least three weeks before the rehearsal dinner, which leaves a cushion for slow mail. Read more on how long custom shirts take.
Wedding family shirt FAQ
When should the bride give her dad the shirt?
The morning of the wedding and the rehearsal dinner both work well. It also fits a quiet first look with dad or the getting-ready photos.
What’s a good mother of the bride gift from the groom?
The mother of the bride shirt works from either partner. Use a photo of her with the bride and add a handwritten note from the groom.
Can I use a professional engagement photo?
Yes, as long as you have the photographer’s permission. Pick a version where faces are sharp and well lit.
Can the whole family match?
Yes. Order the parents’, brother’s and sister’s designs in each person’s size and the same shirt color for a coordinated look.
What if a shirt arrives misprinted?
Snap a photo of the problem and send it to us no later than 15 days after the package arrives. We’ll replace it or refund you. Sizes and colors you selected can’t be returned, since each shirt is personalized.
Dress the bride’s and groom’s families
See every design for mothers, fathers and siblings of the couple.
