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Décor, colors & design: Wedding favors

Optional — edible favors, plants, donations or something local are thoughtful; many couples skip them.

The key points

Edible favors get eaten
Something local to the venue
A donation note
Skip them if budget is tight

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Paper fans for guests beside a small sign

Reception, food & musicWedding favors guests actually want (and when to skip them)

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Why are wedding favors given?

As a thank-you to guests. In Italian and Greek weddings, sugared almonds are a traditional favor.

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Are wedding favors necessary?

No. They are optional, and many couples skip them or make a donation instead.

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What are the best wedding favors?

Edible favors are the most likely to be enjoyed. Useful items like fans or flip-flops also get used.

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