Wedding favour boxes are given as a gesture of gratitude to guests at a wedding.  The bride and groom show their appreciation for their presence and support at one of the happiest occasions in their lifetime.  Giving wedding favours is an old tradition, which dates back to the 16^th Century, when European aristocracy first gave boxes, called bonbonnieres, as wedding gifts.  Bonbonnieres were small trinket boxes made of porcelain, precious stones, or crystal, and usually contained confections, sugar cubes, or sugary treats.  In those times, sugar was an expensive item and valued by the wealthy and aristocratic, making these gifts a real luxury.

Modern influences

In modern times, the practice of giving wedding gifts has spread into many cultures and is very common in England, Canada, and the United States.  Wedding favours are varied and diverse and often match the theme of the wedding party or the season.  Gifts are often personalized with the names of the bride and groom, the date of the wedding, and the location.

Wedding favours have become an integral part of the wedding planning process.  Professional wedding reception planners present a variety of different choices to the happy couple, whilst offering suggestions on what would make the best gifts.

Gift boxes are common gifts given at weddings.  The contents of the boxes no longer need to be sugary treats, but can be almost anything the bride and groom choose:

•             Candies are still a popular item

•             Almonds are a traditional item and still popular today – especially candy-coated almonds

•             Soap – there are many designs to choose from: heart, flower, shell, leaf, and more

•             Candles – these are always a favourite with the ladies

•             His and hers bottle stoppers

•             Corkscrews

•             Photo frames

A charitable gesture

A more recent trend is for the couple to make a donation to a favourite charity in the name of every guest.  A note included in a wedding favour box that reads something like:

“To show how much we sincerely appreciate your sharing our special occasion, we made a charitable donation in your name to – include the name of the charity.”

Including this note along with a small gift is one of the nicest wedding favours you can create.  There are so many worthy charities in the world that this gift will be appreciated by everyone.  The amount does not need to be revealed and any amount that is affordable will help.

 

Dual purpose

Gift boxes can also double as place cards in your seating arrangement and as table decorations. When using them as table decorations or place cards, make sure their design and colour match the rest of the reception.  You also need to be sure that the tables are big enough for the boxes to avoid the table being too cluttered for food to be eaten comfortably.

Careful consideration

Wedding favour boxes are the perfect complement to your special day. They convey gratitude and appreciation to all your guests, who help to make your wedding day even more special.  Putting some thought into the design of the box and its contents will make your wedding more memorable for all your guests.

 

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This article is provided courtesy of Paper Themes; suppliers of wedding invitations and all other items of wedding stationery.

 

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