Questions to Ask When Choosing Wedding Favors

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Author: Arianna Jordan

Choosing wedding favors can be a lot of fun, but for many brides it’s one more stressful chore to cross off the list. If you’re facing those wedding favors with a sense of dread â€" or are just feeling a little out of your depth, these questions can help you find the perfect way to thank your guests on your special day, and maybe even bring a little bit of fun into the process.

How Much Can You Afford to Spend Per Favor?

The cost of a wedding can be staggering, so when it comes to wedding favors, budget has to be a consideration. Start by determining the amount that you can spend, and then divide it by the number of guests that you expect.

Most often, the bride and groom choose one gift per couple, rather than one for each wedding guest. But this isn’t a hard and fast rule. Some couples may decide on one wedding favor for female guests, and another for the males.

DIY or Wedding Favor Kits?

Wedding favors may seem inexpensive, until you add up all the numbers. In a lot of cases, you can save a considerable amount if you’re willing to put in the time and energy to assemble them yourself. The assembly may be as simple as sliding a personalized ribbon over a box, or as complex as putting together the entire favor.

If you’re willing to do some of the assembly yourself, or have a wedding party or family member who is willing to do it for you, look into the various DIY options for wedding favors. There are complete wedding favor kits that include everything you need to create a professional looking wedding favor, complete with bow and ribbon. If you’re craftier, or want more of a hands-on experience, you can choose the pieces that you need for your wedding favors one by one, and design your own unique wedding favors.

Do You Want Wedding Favors That Double as Table Cards or Decorations?

There are many different wedding favors that can serve as place cards or table decorations. Some of the most popular double-duty wedding favors are photo clips and photo frames. These favors can hold place cards at the reception, and photos or post cards once your guests are home.

Do You Want to Give Your Guests an Edible Wedding Favor?

Edible wedding favors have always been popular. The most traditional edible wedding favors are Jordan almonds wrapped in tulle and tied with colorful ribbon. There are lots of other choices for edible wedding favors, including name-brand chocolates and candy bars with personalized labels created just for your wedding.

Other edible wedding favors include gourmet coffee, gourmet tea bags, little jars of honey and packets of mints or candies. You can personalize these gifts by adding a special label with your name and wedding date. Edible gifts are fairly inexpensive, and give your guests a taste of luxury that they can enjoy after your wedding day is over.

Do You Want Wedding Favors that Fit the Theme of Your Wedding?

It’s easy to find favors that fit your theme, especially if you have a popular beach or island wedding motif. Themed wedding favors are especially appropriate for more casual weddings, where they can serve as part of the table decoration. You might choose, for instance, wire framed picture clips in the shape of dragonflies for a garden party wedding. These favors add to the garden theme, hold place cards on the reception table, and hold recipes, mail or photos once your guests take them home.

Where Can You Buy Wedding Favors?

You can buy wedding favors online at sites that are dedicated to wedding mementoes and party favors, or at bridal websites. Or, talk to your wedding planner or consultant about local sources for wedding favors. In most cities, there are several small businesses that specialize in designing and creating wedding favors to match your wedding décor.

If you want to create your own wedding favors, you can usually find gifts like photo frames or albums at local stores and buy them in bulk. Just pick up ribbon, wrapping, tulle and other package decorations at a local craft or party supply store, and you’re ready to assemble wedding favors.

Whether you go the DIY or wedding favor kit route, there are plenty of ways to let your guests know how much you appreciate them. All it takes is a little creativity and resourcefulness. While traditional favors, like tulle wrapped Jordan almonds, are always a hit, don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Favors that tie into your wedding theme, or reflect your unique personality will make a lasting impression.

Arianna Jordan is a freelance writer who writes about family events such as weddings, often discussing a particular aspect of weddings such as wedding favors.