In today's world of weddings, favors have become something that brides feel is expected of them by their guests. But is that really true?Favors, by definition, are a gift from the bride & groom to their guests, a small token of thanks. While they are a very sweet gesture, they are not mandatory and can easily be cut out of your budget if you are looking for ways to save money. The guests who attend your wedding are there because they love you and are honored to be able to celebrate with you on your special day. They come expecting nothing in return.
If, however, you do have room in your budget for favors, they can be a very fun part of your planning. As you search through the myriad of ideas in magazines and online, keep in mind that, while the favors should reflect your unique personality as a couple, they are ultimately for the benefit of your guests. In other words, while a magnet of the two of you might seem cute, the only people who may ever use it are your moms and grandmas. And while it might seem elegant to have a favor with your names & wedding date engraved, again, only mom & grandma are going to see them as sentimental tokens worthy of keeping.
If you want to have favors that display your picture, names or wedding date, think edible and perishable: candy, cookies, water bottles, plant seeds, etc.
If you're thinking more along the lines of a keepsake or something practical, keep it generic. Your guests will appreciate it more and your money will not have been spent in vain.
If your favors are truly a "thank you" to your guests, make sure your choice reflects that.
Thankfully there are thousands of choices when it comes to favors. If you're looking for a great place to start with ideas, The Knot is an excellent choice. Go check it out!
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