Wedding Favours
Wedding Favours, how did they become "Traditional"?
Wedding favours have a rich heritage, which dates back to the early dynasty of the Romans. The tradition of exchanging wedding favours is one that is indulged in throughout cultures around the world. In Western society there is a lot of focus placed on wedding favours, though they certainly aren't the only aspect of wedding planning. However, the giving of favours from the bride to all of those who have helped make her wedding day very special is not only a tradition, but it is also part of wedding etiquette.
So, what are wedding favours and what do they do? Typically, a wedding favour is a small momento or thoughtful trinket that the bride of the wedding presents to all of the guests that have attended. When wedding favours first came about, they consisted of sugared almonds, fancy chocolates, cookies and other delicacies. These have been given for centuries. But these days, edible creations are not the only limitation for wedding favours. Anything that is small, thoughtful and worthy of being made into a gift makes for a perfect favour.
Today, marrying couples may prefer more personalized wedding favours. Think of small, highly decorated photo frames, custom labeled wine bottles, packets of floral seeds, personalised chocolate bars with custom wrappers, even jewelery and expensive cosmetics or perfumes.
When should a wedding favour be presented? There are several options for when a bride may give out wedding favours. Sometimes a bride will hand them out directly as guests enter or leave a reception. In other events, the favours may be gathered in large baskets, which are then placed in open and public areas for guests to help themselves to. Depending on the type of wedding favour being used, it may fit in with the wedding theme so well that it becomes part of the place settings at the reception, and would be on each geusts table.
Planning for wedding favours might take several months. The nice thing about shopping for favours is that depending on the item you are considering for a favour, you'll be able to find it at any discount retailer, or even a pound store. The internet offers many online websites where wedding favours can be purchased, and specialty shops may also have wedding favours for sale. (Try google)
If you need ideas for wedding favours, consider consulting with a wedding planner (or ask a relative/friend about what they think). These individuals are highly experienced with wedding planning, and will be able to help you find wedding favours that are perfect for your upcoming wedding.