Wow, you're fiancee is one lucky girl!

I can understand your predicament but ... you're absolutely right in making sure the bike fits her correctly, so you really do need to take her to the store to make sure she gets the proper sized frame. And you don't want to rush the fitting process, so obviously it will have to wait until after you guys return from your honeymoon and the dust settles.

As for clothing .... aack! Cycling clothing sizing is such a hit-or-miss thing, different brands run quite different. *Especially* in shorts, but jersey sizes can vary a lot too.

If you want to get her something you can wrap up and give to her, how about a nice cycling jacket ? Jacket sizing is a lot more forgiving than shorts and jerseys. My personal favorite cycling jacket is made by Pearl Izumi, and it's sleeves zip off so it can convert to a vest - very versatile!

Along with the wrapped-up present, maybe you could include a photo of the new bike? Perhaps you could download an image from the Bianchi website, and print it out on a color or photo printer, and if you want to get really fancy put it in a nice folder or a frame.

Now for the important question: is the Eros going to be blue or Kandy Mango? (we like Kandy Mango here )

Congratulations, and very best wishes!

-jobob