Sunday, March 9, 2008

The Secret to Beautiful and Creative Wedding Favors

Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding, one that will be not only enjoyable and memorable, but that will express her true personality, and the personality of her new groom as well. That’s why, no matter how many weddings there are every year in every country around the world, no two of them are alike.

And for many brides, their personality really shines when it comes to their creative wedding favors, whether these are ones they’ve purchased or have handmade. Unique, original, and tailor-made just for her, creative wedding favors are something that the guests will have for years to come, so they definitely need to be “just right.”

So how can a bride be sure that she’s choosing just the right set of creative wedding favors that will fit the theme of her wedding and express her personality as well?

There are a few simple tricks to unlocking this secret, and once you know this, you’ll be on your way to finding the favors that are just perfect for you!

The first step is to think about you and your new groom together, and what really expresses the two of you as a couple. Do you both have a strong artistic side, whether it’s painting, music, or just crafts? Then creative wedding favors for you should reflect this; opt for ones that have strong colors and that reflect your passion. Do you love to travel, or are you both concerned about the environment? Nature-themed favors that reflect your love of the globe may be for you.

The next step is to think about your wedding itself. Is it formal and traditional? Elegant, or more fun and whimsical? A large affair in a very old cathedral, or a casual beachfront ceremony? Even the most creative wedding favors, no matter how unique, should fit in with the theme and overall feel of your wedding. A jar of colored sand at your traditional wedding may not be a good fit, but it certainly would be appropriate for that beachfront ceremony.

And the last secret to creative wedding favors that most brides forget is that you shouldn’t hesitate to shop around for pre-made items. Far too many brides think that in order for their wedding favors to reflect their own personality, this means they must make their own favors or “invent” something themselves. However, getting caught in this trap of thinking can just add undue stress to what should be the happiest day of your life.

As an example of creative wedding favors that are still unique and original, consider personalized candy bar wrappers, which have been a popular option for many brides in the past few years. Most companies have a wealth of designs, from traditional and elegant to fun and whimsical, nature or beach scenes, and even ones for the very modern bride who truly wants something different.

Most major wedding websites feature personalized candy bar wrappers, including The Knot and FavorsAndWraps, both of which have designs for weddings, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and many other occasions.

So remember to not put too much pressure on yourself when considering your options for creative wedding favors. Don’t hesitate to let someone else come up with something that’s still unique and high-quality, but that expresses your own individual style. After all, this day should be fun and enjoyable, and choosing just the right creative wedding favors can be one of the best parts of the planning!


About the Author: Linda Ellison is a freelance writer who specializes in trends and lifestyles. Her previously published fiction works, including the Dana Ford Mystery Series, have been on bookshelves nationwide. Visit www.FavorsAndWraps.com to read more about the latest trends in wedding favors.

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