Have you thought of not giving your guests a wedding favour on the day of the wedding? A shocking idea? Maybe! But what about thinking a little differently?
But consider this! If you are going overseas for your honeymoon, what about bringing back a small easily packed gift from the country you are visiting and include this with your thank you note – which of course you would be writing to each guest on your return!
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In all countries you will find unique gifts in markets, out of the way hidden gems, or simply cookbooks unique to the country you are visiting. Sarongs, basket ware, pearls or jewellery from the Pacific Islands, tinware from Mexico, chocolate from Belgium, textiles from South America, perfume in tiny bottles from France, wonderful sweets or tiny clogs from Holland, Murano glass from Italy (if your budget stretches this far!) or tiles and pottery from Spain. Try fans from Japan, or silk from Thailand. Be sure to check with customs before you go to the expense of buying.
Fan from Web Japan
The list is as endless as your imagination. Packaged in a small box with a little story attached of your travels, they will be a delight to receive, for any guest and would work especially well with intimate celebrations!
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January 20, 2009 at 3:49 pm
That is such a beautiful idea… we aren’t giving our guests favours as we haven’t really been able to find any that we 100% love, and we’ve decided to use the money that we otherwise would’ve used for bonbons to pay for an extra table of local cheeses and Hunter Valley dessert wines for everyone to have after dessert.
January 21, 2009 at 1:27 am
I love this EXCELLENT idea! What a way to extend your weding day experience.
Love & Soul Always, Kay
January 21, 2009 at 1:59 am
We didn’t give favours, thankfully they’re not so popular in England but this is a wonderful idea. A great way of also extending how you say thank-you!
January 21, 2009 at 1:06 pm
These are lovely ideas. Although, I have to say I don’t understand the point of favours. They are normally little things (a lot like Kris Kringle presents), most of which get left behind at the venue for waiters to take home. I’d rather spend the money on the food, drink and entertainment for my guests.
January 22, 2009 at 8:27 am
The chocolate truffles are a divine idea!