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How to Choose the Perfect Favor for Your Reception


There are so many wedding favor ideas that choosing the absolute perfect wedding favor is, of course, a matter of personal preference.

Wedding favors have evolved into a rather important aspect of the entire wedding reception, much like the flowers and decorations that are used to create a beautiful atmosphere.

Whether you plan to make your own wedding favors or purchase them, there are several things to keep in mind when trying to decide between the countless types of wedding reception favors one can create or purchase.

So, if you are looking for some wedding favor ideas, here are some different types of reception favors, that when coupled with a personal touch, are sure to delight all of your guests.

  • Staying Traditional

    If you're interested in keeping with a traditional theme, then tried and true Jordan Almond has been gracing wedding receptions for numerous years.

    Also, candles are another favor that will work with just about any type of wedding theme, or style of formality. Choose scented candles in colors that match the bridal party's attire, and wrap in white, ecru, or ivory tulle, topped with a matching ribbon and some type of tag that states the date and name of the newlyweds.

  • More Than Just a Favor

    Many couples are opting for wedding favors that serve more than one purpose. Besides being a keepsake from the wedding, favors such as homemade items, such as jams, or cookies, or candies put in decorative jars and containers will be appreciated by guests long after the wedding is over.

  • One Per Couple

    To keep costs down, or to have more expensive favors, limit them to one per couple, instead of the usual one per person.

    This is perfectly acceptable, and many types of items can be used for making great favors for two people, such as flowers, wine bottles, bottle openers, as well as engraved or personalized items.

    If you aren't using tags with the guests names on them, simply place the favors between the couples place settings so that it's clear who it is intended for.

  • Give to Charity

    Making donations to charities in your guests name is a great way to thank them for supporting you and joining you on this most happiest of celebrations, and for making a difference in someone else's life.

    How to Display Favors at Your Wedding?

    Here are a few wedding favor ideas for creatively displaying the favors at your reception.

    Now that you decided on the perfect favor, here are some different and creative wedding favor ideas for showcasing your reception favors in unique ways, which is especially helpful for smaller affairs with fewer decorations.

    In many cases, favors are all that's really necessary to have at each table. Also, sometimes just the outer packaging itself is enough to create a beautiful presentation of favors to display at your wedding.

  • Using ribbon or gift wrap that follows the theme of the rest of the wedding, along with neat, tasteful packaging will show your guests how much you appreciate them attending your nuptials, even if the gift inside the box is one that is simple.

  • If your favors are on the large side, or if there's little room on the tables with the centerpieces or table settings, consider hanging the favors from the backs of the chairs using pretty ribbon instead.

  • It's also simple for wedding favors to serve double-duty by placing them at the entrance to the reception with the person's name and table number attached with a decorative tag.

    The guests can then easily find their assigned table and also enjoy their keepsake of the wedding. Alternately, favors can also be passed out to guests as they are leaving the reception.

  • To quickly, and inexpensively, create your own tags for your favors, purchase stock paper that has perforated edges that can be used in your home printer. Business cards are often a great size for wedding favors, as you want to ensure the tag isn't too large that it dwarfs the favor itself.

  • Arrange your wedding favors in the center of the table, using them as a "breakaway" centerpiece. One type of breakaway centerpiece that's perfect for weddings involves many small vases grouped together to form one large bouquet of flowers that gradually gets smaller as each guest takes their favor. Favors that are in boxes are also great for this type of display as they are easily stacked into a pyramid shape.

  • For weddings that are taking place in December or near the Christmas holiday, a favor tree is a creative wedding favor idea to consider.

    This is also excellent for favors that double as ornaments, but even if Christmas has long past, try using a potted tree instead, decorated with all of the favors.

    With so many wedding favor ideas , the tips above should help you find the perfect wedding favor to thank your guests for being part of your special day.

    Have fun wedding planning and I hope you find your perfect favor!

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