So Many Choices

So Many Choices, So Many Choices…. How do you decide??

Part of any wedding or special life event, is the giving of favors to your guests. It is your way of saying “Thank You” to your guests for sharing in your special day!

While, choosing your favors is not as major as choosing a venue, band or DJ, or your menu, it still has to be done and can become overwhelming, especially, with all the choices out there.

Here are some ideas I hope will help you.

“Edibles” –Everyone likes a sweet treat!

Candy: Send your guests home with chocolates, hard candy, peppermints, or even, the traditional Jordan almonds.

Cookies: Whether bakery supplied or homemade from a family recipe, your guests will be delighted to have a treat made especially for them.

Mini Cakes: Bakeries can make mini cakes for your guests to take home and enjoy later.

Wrap your treats in organza, an embossed box, burlap bag, or cellophane with a pretty bow.

“Drinkables” – These would include wine, champagne, even, coffee beans.

Wine & Champagne – Use labels with your names and date to personalize these gifts.

Coffee Beans – Placed in a burlap bag, your guests could enjoy that cup of joe anytime!

“Earthy” – Individual succulent plant, herbs, green or blooming plants are both green and long lasting. You could use a ceramic pot to show them off.  Place them in a kraft or clear bag with the tips peaking through the top of the bag, add some interesting ribbon or raffia, and your guests will be delighted!

“Everyday” – Your guests can use and enjoy these favors everyday, reminding them of your day over and over.

Candles: Votive holders and tea lights always make a great presentation.

Frames can play double duty. They can be used as your place card setting and your guests can add their own photo later. I notice, traditionally, smaller frames (2x3) are used for this. Larger frames (4x6) can be used, as well.  What a statement that will make!

“Elegant” – For everything outside the other categories. If you’re looking to impress, these favors surely will do just that!

Platters – Whether they are Murano style or ceramic, plates, bowls, or platters will surely send your event to the next level.

Espresso sets – You can choose from the intimate set for 2 or a guest-inviting set for 6!

Bar accessories – Having a New York Style event? Martini shakers will be a favor hit!

Wine sets and toppers – Give a set, which includes the wine corkscrew and topper, or just a fancy topper will be appreciated by those wine aficionados. A wine aerator and pourer is another option.

Personalized favors are always fun, but, make sure it’s a gift that your guests won’t mind bringing out when they entertain guests of their own.

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 AND, always remember, your favor presentation is as important as the favor itself. It’s All About the Wrap!