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IDEAS FOR WEDDING FAVORS
A Guide To
Wedding Favors
Wedding party favors are an important part of
most weddings. Many couples do not realize just how important picking the
right favor is or they overlook them altogether. Wedding favors are small
gifts that a couple gives to guests which have a very special meaning to all
who attend your wedding. Many wedding guests expect to receive a wedding favor
and look forward to them. Most guests appreciate receiving a favor and enjoy
them because they give guests a way to remember your special day for years to
come. Wedding favors are also a great way for the wedded couple to say thanks
to all of their guests and honor their presence.
Picking the perfect wedding
favor may seem like a challenging task, but if you consider a few things about
your wedding you will easily be able to pick a great wedding favor that is
also affordable. There are endless options when it comes to favors from
picture frames, to plants, and even edible favors. Because there is no
shortage of wedding favor ideas you should probably take into consideration
the theme of your wedding, the season, and location, before you start looking
at favors for your wedding. Some favors such as shells and potpourri are great
for spring or beach weddings but would not fit as well in a church or winter
wedding.
The favors are usually given
out during the reception by having them placed on each table or at one table
in the entrance to the reception area where guests can take one as they enter.
If you do place your wedding favors on the table, they can double as place
cards if you personalize them. Giving out personalized favors by having them
all in one location will force guests to hunt for theirs, which can be fun or
turn frustrating. Where you place your favors is not as important as putting
thoughtfulness into the favors you choose.
You will want to choose a
wedding favor that guests can continue to use for years and that will always
remind them of your special day. Personalized favors with your wedding date
and names are a good way to give guests something that they will always
remember and cherish. Personalized wedding favors do not have to be expensive
and can range form engraved wine glasses to personalized tins of candy. You
should also consider your guests' tastes and personalities when selecting the
favors for your wedding. Usually couples give everyone the same thing which is
perfectly acceptable, but you should consider the tastes and preferences of
the majority of your guests when picking out the favor. Try to give something
that will be useful and appreciated. There are many great places to find
favors for your wedding. Local party stores will usually have a good selection
of wedding favors but for the best selection and usually prices you should
also look online. There are many different companies that sell wedding favors
online and it is a great place to find both ideas and the perfect wedding
favors for your ceremony.
There is a general timetable for planning ahead
allowing enough time for things to flow smoothly when planning any wedding.
After you get engaged and the excitement of this subsides you need to start
thinking, planning and keeping track of all you have done and still need to
do. Wedding ceremony's and wedding receptions require a great amount of
attention to detail. Here are some general guidelines:
Approximately 9- 12 months ahead of the
day... Determine the style of wedding, general idea of size which should
include a preliminary guest list, book with the church, reception hall,
caterer and photographer. You'll have to deal with this sooner as opposed to
later, the budget and who will be responsible for paying for what. The brides
gown and bridesmaid's dresses should be taken care of as early as possible so
now would be a good time.
About 4-8 months ahead of the day....
Showers will be held now so you will want to register your choices because
people will be asking. Any items you may be thinking about 'renting' for the
ceremony or reception ie: tent, chairs, glasses, Limousine etc you will need
to book to make sure you have everything you need. Review the guest list
because you'll need to order invitations about now too. This is when the men's
attire needs to be shopped for, and the mother of the bride and groom should
be shopping now too to get that special outfit for a special day. Discuss
decorations with a florist and/or person doing balloons, or any unique decor
you may have in mind. Order your wedding cake now too.
Down to 2-3 months ahead of the day
now... Make sure groomsmen and grooms tuxedos are ordered and they are
measured. Plan out the rehearsal and get some details for the dinner that
typically follows. Order the wedding favors and decorations. Cake knives, ring
bearer pillow, flower girl basket, unity candles, and toasting goblets
included. This is especially important for items you are planning to have that
may need engraving. Personalized gifts for the wedding party will take time to
get so order ahead. Start getting those invitations ready and mail out any
going out of town. Reserve a site for out of town guests to book, hotels will
typically block off rooms for a period knowing these booking may come in. You
may want to book with your hairdresser now to avoid any problems because no
bride wants a bad hair day on their wedding day. One
MONTH TO GO!! Have your final fitting for
your dress, and your attendants too. Get those invitations out at least 4
weeks before and make sure you get thank you notes out to those who have send
gifts early or shower gifts. You should have the gifts for your attendants
now; engraved wedding favors for them would have needed to be ordered months
before. Make sure you have your wedding license; some States require this be
done no more than one month ahead of time. Finalize transportation for
everyone, out of town guests will have to be a consideration as well.
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