Favor Mania - Part 1 - The Tradition of the Favor: What (and Who) Gives?

Whether you are celebrating your wedding orthat will accent your wedding theme and delight
throwing a special birthday party, favors are theguests. When choosing a favor, be original and
perfect way to say "thank you" to family andpick a favor that is meaningful to you and your
friends for helping make your day a special one.family and that won't break your budget.
The presentation of the favor is an age-oldPersonalized favors are an ever popular way to
tradition that has evolved tremendously over theput your personal stamp on your wedding gifts.
years. Let's face it. Your special day wouldn't beOne favor idea great for any gender or age is
nearly as memorable or meaningful without all ofthe edible favor, whether it is grandma's favorite
your friends and family who traveled near and farcookie recipe or miniature wedding cupcakes. Use
to celebrate with you. And while favors may notcustom printed cake slice boxes for the American
be as crucial as say, the food or cake, favors aretradition of the groom's cake. Personalized favor
a wonderful way to say thank you to yourboxes or cake and candy favor bags add a
guests adding to the memory of your specialpersonal touch to delicious treats for your family
event; a detail that should never be overlooked.and friends.
When should favors be included in an event andFor any occasion - Favors are not limited to the
by whom? Favors should be given to guests bywedding reception only and are often used at
the celebrated couple or individual. Favors are forbirthdays, bar and bat mitzvahs, anniversary
any occasion that has been formally addressedparties, and many other popular celebrations.
through invitation. One rule of thumb to follow is ifWhen selecting a favors for these events, make
your guests will be showering you with gifts, bestsure you take time to select a favor that fits
bets are that you should give them a gift inwithin your theme and budget. For a sweet 16,
return. This gift will show your appreciation forconsider giving guests a whimsical key chain in
their attendance. Whether you give one favor perhonor of that first great driving milestone. For a
guest or one per couple is completely up to you.25th anniversary, give guests a silver photo
Favors are meant to be a sign of your affectionframe complete with a picture of the celebrated
and do not need to measure up to any standardscouple for a one-of-a-kind keepsake to be
of etiquette. Here are a few tips and suggestionscherished or fill theme boxes with silver Jordan
on when favors will be a good addition.almonds for a unique twist on a traditional gift.
For your wedding - Wedding favors include items