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With the incredible costs associated with weddings these days, it’s no wonder many couples choose to hold back on the expense of wedding favors or at the very least leave the planning of what to give the guests until the last minute. And, what with all the tiny details requiring attention when arranging a wedding ceremony, who can blame them.
There is however a school of thought which suggests no small task is too important when it comes to your special day. For most couples, a wedding day will only take place once and so the need for perfection in everything is paramount.
So then it goes without saying that a seemingly trivial item on your to do list such as wedding favors should take careful planning.
The history and tradition of wedding favors
At the risk of loosing an audience at this point, it is interesting and appropriate to quickly take a look at where the idea of giving gifts to guests at a wedding came from.
It is believed the tradition was common among European aristocrats who provided guests with a small trinket box, which contained sugar cubes or confection, at a time when sugar was an expensive commodity. The gift symbolized wealth and royalty. Centuries later, almonds replaced sugar as a passing on of good wishes to the bridegroom’s new life. Today this same tradition is shared in cultures all over the world.
Bearing this little history lesson in mind, taking careful consideration of what wedding favors you will provide your guests takes on a whole new meaning.
3 perfect reasons for finding the ideal wedding favors
Symbolism
Although most, if not all of your guests may miss the symbolism of wealth and royalty when it comes to the wedding favors they receive, they will notice the appearance of expense and effort. There are countless ways to spare enormous expense with these gifts but still provide something your family and friends will want to keep as a significant reminder of your wedding day.
Ambiance
Wedding favors can be used to enhance the atmosphere of your reception by the placement of them as part of the decoration as well as playing a part in the festivities. While the latter may take a little more thought and planning, the presenting of the wedding favors could be a ceremony of its own.
When it comes to deciding on centerpieces, the cake, invitations, flowers, music and every other detail, wedding favors can play an important role when it comes to the look and feel of your wedding. As always, it’s the little things that count.
Sincerity
Wedding favors are a way of thanking the people who celebrated in your dream day and this thank you should come from the heart. Just remember though, expensive gifts do not always come across as sincere.
There are literally thousand of wedding favors to choose from these days. Choose carefully and plan accordingly because you will only get to do this once.
Some people would say what is so special with a wedding favor?
Wedding favor is a thoughtful memento for your wedding guests as
keepsake and reminder of the special day that they have
attended. This is a special way of saying "Thank you" to your
guest for being a part of your wedding celebration. A wedding
favor is a reflection of a couple's personal style. Brides of
today are so creative in expressing they gratitude to their
guest for they are continuously searching for a more distinctive
but elegant designs. Wedding favor has its own tradition and it
dates back centuries ago. Wedding favor symbolizes the
appreciation of the newly wed for their wedding guests. That is
why giving a wedding favor has been an important part of wedding
ceremonies, and has been adopted until now.
Deciding on what wedding favor to give is to think of a very
unique but elegant one, they range from traditional to dazzling.
Here are some examples of unique wedding favors:
1.A silver key shape bottle opener with a tag on it.
2.A miniature ceramic teacups
3.An acrylic heart-shaped bottle stopper
4.Frosted Glass flower-shaped candle holder
5.Personalized CD
There are lots of designs, styles and to choose from and it
depends on what kind of wedding you are planning, wedding favor
should match the concept of you wedding. You cannot give a
wedding favor like honeymoon flip flop slippers when you are
planning to have a garden wedding; have a beach wedding instead.
Of course you want a wedding favor that is elegant but not
stuffy, contemporary but not quirky, unique but not weird. You
want them just to be perfect for the occasion.
Planning a wedding can be a very overwhelming task. An
important aspect of your wedding is to show some gratitude to
your wedding guests. A unique wedding favor will add to an
experience of your guests. A wedding favor can be pretty,
practical, and unique. A wedding favor offers a truly unique way
to thank your guests. On your wedding favor you can display the
wedding date and the names of the bride and groom, and you can
also include your own personalized message to your guests. Your
special message will help you make a statement with your wedding
favor.
Every bride is searching for that special touch that will make
her special day a memorable event. A great opportunity for
brides looking to thank their guests are gifts that are special
and serves a purpose. You can choose a gift that would celebrate
your cultural heritage or gifts that would simply reflect your
personal style. Be inventive and create the mood you planned on
your wedding day. Making it unique and thoughtful can leave a
lasting impression. This would help create memorable memories
for the newlyweds and their wedding guest, say thank you with
style and elegance that would surely delight them. When choosing
the type of favor you wish to give, think of the favor as your
personal extension. Remember it will reflect you and your
spouse's personality.