Why a Bow Tie Set Makes the Perfect Proposal Gift
Asking your closest friends to stand up with you deserves more than a text message. A "will you be my groomsman" box that they can actually open, wear, and keep is a small ritual that sets the tone for the whole wedding. A handmade bow tie and pocket square set is one of the easiest ways to make the ask feel special — it's a real gift he'll wear on the big day, not something that gets tossed in a drawer.
Build the Proposal Box
The best groomsmen proposal gifts are simple, thoughtful, and reusable. Here's what we recommend putting together:
- A handmade, pre-tied, adjustable bow tie and pocket square set in your wedding colors.
- A note card labeled Best Man, Groomsman, or Man of Honor — whichever title fits the friend you're asking.
- A short handwritten note explaining why you want them by your side.
Every set is handmade and arrives with a complimentary gift card, so the presentation is ready to go the moment it's delivered.
Match the Set to Your Wedding Colors
Proposal gifts tend to look best when they hint at your actual wedding palette, so your groomsmen get a preview of what they'll be wearing. Classic weddings often lean on Navy & Royal Blue or Black, while warmer, romantic palettes look beautiful in Burgundy & Red or Champagne & Beige. If you haven't locked in a palette yet, browse the full range on our Shop by Color page and pick whatever feels most "you" — you can always fine-tune the exact shade closer to the wedding.
Best Man, Groomsman, or Man of Honor — Every Title Covered
Wedding parties look different these days, and your lineup doesn't have to follow tradition. Whether you're asking a Best Man, a Groomsman, or a close friend serving as your Man of Honor, the same handmade set works beautifully for the ask — just swap the note card to match the title. It's a thoughtful way to make everyone feel personally chosen, not just added to a group text.
Don't Forget the Junior Groomsman
If a nephew, godson, or little brother is part of the crew, our Little Gentleman collection has matching bow ties sized for kids 2–8, so he can be proposed to right alongside the adults. Pair his set with dad's from our Daddy & Me line for an especially sweet photo when the big day arrives.
A Gift That Doubles as a Thank You
These sets aren't just for the proposal — they work just as well as a thank-you gift after the wedding, or as the actual bow tie your groomsmen wear on the day itself. Since every piece is handmade, pre-tied, and adjustable in both kids and adult sizes, you can order one set that does double duty: the ask, and the outfit. Explore our full wedding accessories collection for coordinating pieces for the whole party, including the groom.
Ready to Pop the Question?
Browse our Bow Tie & Pocket Square Sets or head to Shop by Color to find the shade that matches your wedding vision. Each set is handmade with care, arrives with a complimentary gift card, and makes asking "will you be my groomsman" a moment your friends will actually remember.