As photographers who have attended hundreds of weddings, the exquisite details that make each event unique are always remarkable. The personalities of the bride and groom shine through in their choice of flowers and decorations.
Wedding favors range from creative DIY projects to luxurious items. Here are a few of the best wedding favor ideas that guests are sure to love.
Hand painted kitchen towels
Select a favorite quote that reflects your love for one another. Hire an artist to hand paint the message on a flour sack kitchen towel. Include your names and the wedding date.
Cocktail Kits
Create a signature drink and have it available at the bar during the reception. Assemble the required ingredients into a small bag, box, or mason jar. Include a travel-size liquor bottle and a recipe card. Guests will enjoy this unique treat and may have a new favorite cocktail. This is our top 1 among the best wedding favor ideas!
Champagne Flute Glasses
52% of couples surveyed this year expressed a desire for wedding favors that guests can enjoy during the event. Custom glassware is an ideal choice to fulfill this wish. Place a personalized champagne flute at each table setting, allowing guests to use their souvenirs for toasting your nuptials. Choose a playful design such as "Pop the bubbly" and include your names along with the wedding date underneath.
Coffee Wedding Favors
While wedding trends come and go, coffee favors remain a timeless choice. These sealed packets contain a blend of medium roast coffee beans, perfectly measured to brew one pot of coffee.
They come with customizable labels that can be applied yourself or pre-assembled for an additional fee, featuring your names, event details, and a sweet message like "Love is brewing."
Guests will surely appreciate having these on hand the morning after the wedding.
Scented Candles
The possibilities are endless for this simple yet elegant wedding favor. Select your favorite color and scent. Apply a personalized label to the candle that includes your names and wedding date.
Fortune Cookies with Inspirational Messages
Order colored fortune cookies and using tweezers carefully remove the message inside. Replace it with your own inspirational quote or message.
Small Potted Plants
This is one of the best wedding favor ideas that doubles as a colorful table decoration. Select several of your favorite flowers and plant them in small ceramic containers. Attach a label to the planter that has a personalized message, such as "Let Love Grow" or "Rooted in Love".
These double layered cookies come in lots of tasty colors and flavors. Wrap two or three in cellophane and attach a personalized message on a tag or label.
Wedding Mix Tape
Who doesn't love a good mixtape? Make a playlist of your favorite romantic love songs. Burn some CD's and make a personalized cover that includes the wedding date. Guests will be reminded of your love for one another when they listen to these songs.
Wedding Favor FAQs
If you're seeking guidance on wedding favors, you've come to the right place. Below, we answer common questions about party favor etiquette, current trends, and more.
What is a wedding favor?
Wedding favors are small tokens of appreciation that couples give to their guests on their special day. While not mandatory, they are a thoughtful gesture dating back to the 16th century, expressing gratitude to guests for attending. These gifts often align with the wedding's theme, the couple's personality, or cultural traditions.
Do you give wedding favors at the ceremony or reception?
Typically, wedding favors are distributed during the reception or towards the end of the evening. However, if you prefer guests to have something special during the ceremony (like bubbles or tissues), you can distribute them earlier. The timing often corresponds with the nature of the favor—such as champagne glasses for toasting speeches or hangover kits as parting gifts.
What are some traditional wedding favors?
Classic wedding favors include personalized drinkware such as champagne flutes or can coolers, along with bar accessories like bottle openers and coasters. Personalizing these items with your names, wedding date, or venue adds a personal touch. However, wedding favors can encompass a wide range of gifts based on your preferences and budget.
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