The favor of a wedding favor

Wedding favors are big business - and a source of stress for many brides and grooms. Something small, something thematic, something that can be purchased in bulk without breaking the bank...it can be a tall order for an already-stressed couple at the end of their inspiration rope. As such, favors often suffer despite the best intentions, or don't appear at all.

Packets of Jordan almonds or similar candies are classic, and perennial favorites. Along the sugar theme, recent popular favors include lollipops, cookies, and other miniature sweet delights. Savory options such as olive oil or - lucky guests! - bottles of wine have also grown in popularity. Edible favors are all about the packaging and personalization, and the options are endless.

I have rarely been impressed by a favor, but a recent wedding had a smart wink for the guests that was truly inspired. A sweet (and eco-friendly!) bamboo box - neatly bedecked with the couple's name and wedding date - opened to reveal a treasure any guest could appreciate:

Bamboo wedding favor box

Tylenol, Alka Seltzer, mints, and a Hershey's kiss. A personal amenity basket! Now that is a grand gesture for the guests.

Interested in planning weddings and advising on the selection of favors and other wedding gifts? The Sheffield Wedding & Event Planning course teaches everything you need to know to orchestrate a memorable event, from creating a guest list, to hiring vendors, to creating a beautiful wedding design.