We’ve all gotten them, the good, the bad and well, the ugly. Yes, I’m talking about favors. Like all aspects of a wedding, favors vary greatly depending on the couple’s style and budget, from something small and traditional like a small tulle wrapping of almonds to something as elaborate as a bottle of wine with a custom label.
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Anyone you ask about favors will give you their opinion, and each of those opinions will be very different. Here is what I can tell you after attending more weddings than I can count, as a guest and as a planner:
If they can’t eat it, your guests will probably forget it:
Those beautiful little votive holders, wine stoppers, coasters, etc. will catch the guests’ eye, and they will all talk about how great they are. However, after all of the dancing and a few celebratory cocktails, you will find most of those favors left behind. I can’t imagine that anyone has enough parties to need quite that many coasters.
I have found however, if you give your guests a little treat, you will not have as much leftover. Why is that? My best guess is that people either eat them between the courses, during dancing, or pick them up on their way out for a snack on the way home. Favors such as candy bars, truffles or cookies are great munchies and you will not find many are left behind.
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Honor Your Guests:
Some Brides and Grooms chose to honor their guests by making a donation to a charity close to their heart. This is a beautiful way to give back, and make your guests feel special. One couple I know made donations to several charities, and indicated which charity they selected for each guest on their placecard. Another Bride made a donation to the USO because her brother was overseas serving in the Army during her wedding. Just be sure to put a sign in a frame or on display so your guests know that you have thought of them. If you decide to donate to charity in lieu of favors, choose with your heart and connect with your purpose.
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Overall, don’t break the bank. A favor should be a token of appreciation to your guests, thanking them for taking time from their busy lives to celebrate your love and the beginning of your new life. You can consider adding a sweet table or late night munchie station for your guest to enjoy by moving your favor budget to accomadate the expense. If you come up with a great idea, and you think your guests will remember to take it home, go for it. After all it is your big day.
BBFN (Bridal Bliss for Now),
Olivia
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