In my time, I have been to dozens of weddings where the favors elicit an "Oh, that's nice," response and then immediately get thrown on a shelf or in the junk drawer to collect dust until they are finally thrown out. Don't let this happen to you and your favors!
There are two rules to selecting fabulous wedding favors that your guests will love:
1.) Choose something that reflects either your personality or your wedding theme.
2.) Choose something guests can eat or something they can use again.
Within the context of these two rules, the creative bride can find countless possibilities for favors that guests will love. Favors that WON'T end up in a junk box at the next garage sale.
Personally, I am a huge fan of favors you can EAT! :o)
Think about it from your guest's perspective: You have been sitting through a boring ceremony, surrounded by people you don't know. You have been waiting patiently, since the wedding started late, and you're starting to get pretty hungry. By the time you finally reach the reception, find your table, and grab a seat, the smells wafting from the caterer's kitchen have your mouth watering ravenously. But NO- you still have to sit through the first dance, multiple parent dances, and all those over-drawn toasts from weepy friends and family. Wouldn't it be nice to have something to snack on while you're waiting?
Edible favors are a great opportunity to showcase and support local artisans, or introduce your guests to personalized goodies from your hometown. They can even be used to celebrate your hobbies! For instance, if you or your fiance are a craft beer aficionados, why not tantalize your guests taste buds with Chocolate Beer and Pretzel Brittle made from Rogue Brewery's Chocolate Stout? (Buy it now at www.truffletruffle.com!)
Blood Orange Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies? Sea Salt Butter Caramels? Is your mouth watering yet? Fresh fruit jams for laid-back country weddings? Gourmet truffles for posh affairs? I've even seen a couple hand out TastyKakes to guests at their Philadelphia-themed wedding! The possibilities really are endless, and your guests will not be left wondering, "Now what the heck am I going to do with THIS?" on their way home.
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