Wedding Party Favor Etiquette
The favors for the wedding party that usually includes the bridesmaids, groomsmen and other people very close to the couple should stand apart from the rest of the party favors. Weddings are elaborate affairs in most instances and members of the wedding party are very involved in the entire celebration helping in everything from dress selection to venue choices and food sampling. The bridesmaids are the shoulders the bride can count on to cry on when she feels too overwhelmed by all the decision and the groomsmen are notorious for throwing awesome bachelor parties.
Hence, the tokens of appreciation you give them should reflect how much you appreciate them sharing this special time in your life and how they have taken out time from their busy schedules to make you a priority. Depending on your budget you can choose the simplest to the most elaborate favors for your wedding party but just keep a few etiquette pointers in mind.
No Favoritism
Even if you are close to two out of the three bridesmaids, do give identical favors. If you are going to play favorites, it is better to not include less-liked people in the wedding party from the beginning rather than making someone feel left out or less important once you’ve asked them to share your special day. You could give the maid or matron of honor a different gift especially if she is your mother or sister, but all the bridesmaids should receive identical wedding party favors.
To differentiate them a little, if you must, you could choose the same item in a different color, but don’t go beyond that as what may seem like justice on your part can be misinterpreted as playing favorites when you look at it from someone else’s point of view.
Pretty but Practical
You would like your wedding party favors to look good; however don’t make them so sentimental or mushy that no one has any practical use for them. There is only a small proportion of people that keep things commemorative of other people special days; they have enough memorabilia from their lives to store. If your wedding party favor can be practical, they might just use it and think of you along the way.
Many people like to give monogrammed favors to the wedding party so that they don’t seem run off the mill standardized products. However, it is preferable to have their initials on the bag, jewelry box or frame you choose to gift rather than yours. It may sound cute now, but Jessica wouldn’t really keep an A monogrammed frame on her mantle forever.
Help with Costs
Expensive wedding party favors can also be replaced for costs of the wedding. For instance, the bride can pay part or all of the cost of the bridesmaid’s dresses instead of them having to shell out big bucks. Or the bridal couple could foot their hotel bill for the bridal party if it is a destination wedding. That way you are thanking your close friends and family to be part of the wedding, and are really making it easier for them not to have to cough up money for a dress that most likely you have chosen.
Donation
If members of your bridal party are very well to do and you feel they have everything under the sun, then perhaps you could give them a small trinket plus make a donation to a good cause in their name. You could give them a certificate from the March of Dimes or Red Cross or any other good cause thanking them for their generous contribution. This way not only are they not stuck with yet another photo frame or purse, but they can feel good about contributing to a worthy cause.
The wedding party is undoubtedly the closest group of people you’ll have during the course of the wedding preparations and the big day. Therefore, take some time to show that you really appreciate them by choosing some great wedding party favors with these suggestions in mind.
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8 Personalized Beer Mug Wedding Groomsman Bridal party $95.92 |
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NEW Festival Party Event Gold Sparkly Wedding Braces $14.96 |
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VLV wedding! Vintage 50s garden party FABULOUS hat !! $34.99 |
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PERSONALIZED BRIDAL SHOWER WEDDING CAKE PARTY FAVORS $9.99 |
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2=15X10 Fishing Fish Net,Nautical Decor,Wedding,Party $24.50 |
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HAWAII PLUMERIA BEACH WEDDING PIN PICK HULA PARTY CLASP $1.48 |
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1000 Blue Butterfly Laser Sequins Party Wedding Favors $0.91 |
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60 LED 7M Party Wedding Solar Fairy String Light White $1.48 |
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Red Voile Gift Bag for Wedding Xmas Party 7*9cm-10pcs $1.75 |
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Kaleidoscope 3/4 jacket wedding cruise party blue S 18 $8.97 |
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Wedding Dresses Evening Cocktail Bridesmaid Prom Party $162.00 |
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TEAPOT COOKIE SPOON Wedding Baby Shower Tea Party Favor $2.00 |
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NEW Festival Party Event Silver Wedding Prom Braces $14.96 |
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6MM Acylic Heart Wedding Party Table Ice Decorations $4.06 |
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*NWT*Bridal White Boned Cotton Corset*Wedding/Party?(L) $7.47 |
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15 FAUX WHITE PEARL HAIR PIN BRIDAL WEDDING PROM PARTY $1.55 |
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24 CRYSTAL FULL SIZE BINDIS BRIDAL PARTY BOLLYWOOD $0.99 |
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50 Silver Butterfly Stone Wedding Halloween Party Gift $12.99 |
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Midnight Blue Diamonds Wedding Party Table Ice Decor $0.99 |
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Baby Blue Diamonds Wedding Party Table Ice Decorations $3.76 |
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1000 Teal Blue Diamond Confetti 4CT Wedding Party Decor $13.49 |
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20 pack Crystal Bindi Gift Pack Bridal Party Bollywood $0.99 |
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WHITE EASTER WEDDING PARTY FLOWER GIRL DRESS 2 4 6 8 10 $17.99 |
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50 Daisy Soap Wedding Party Favor Daisies bridal Shower $12.99 |
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DIAMONDS Wedding Party Centerpiece Table Ice Decoration $4.99 |
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23′x17′ Wedding Party Gazebo Tent Canopy W $399.99 |
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60 LED 7M Party Wedding Solar Fairy String Light White $1.48 |
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1200pc gold silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1200pc silver silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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60 LED 7M Party Wedding Solar Fairy String Light White $1.48 |
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Heart Diamonds Wedding Party Table Decorations Confetti $0.99 |
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1000pc purple/blue silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1000pc red/brown silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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800pc violet silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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10PCS FIRE SKY CHINESE LANTERNS BIRTHDAY WEDDING PARTY $5.00 |
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1600pc violet silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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NEW 29′ X 21′ OCTANGLE WEDDING PARTY GAZEBO TENT CANOPY $484.99 |
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10 Blue Dot Chinese Paper Lantern Wedding Party New 16″ $0.91 |
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800pc ivory silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc ivory silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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800pc pink silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc pink silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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800pc white silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc white silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc burgundy silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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GIFT to BRIDESMAID wedding party personalized personal $23.99 |
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GIFT to FLOWERGIRL journal wedding party FLOWER GIRL $23.99 |
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800pc burgundy silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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800pc black silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc black silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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800pc red silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc red silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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Gorgeous Crystal Purple Flowers Wedding Party Hair Comb $9.99 |
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800pc orange/white silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1000 1/3 4.5mm Clear Diamond Wedding Party Decorations $0.01 |
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800pc orange/white silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc orange/white silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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Wedding Cocktail Party Wavy Chestnut Brown Wigs FF23 $8.99 |
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800pc orange silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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1600pc orange silk rose petals for wedding party $0.01 |
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Wedding Party Dog’s Bridesmaid Dress $20.09 Let your dog join in the wedding celebration with this dog’s bridesmaid dress Pet dress is elegant with begonia pink satinPet accessory is a fun way to show off your pet |
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Marissa by Zoe B Sterling Silver Pearl Bridal Party ‘Love’ Necklace $46.49 Dress up any outfit with a pretty pearl necklace from ZOE B JewelryNecklace is fashioned of sparkling sterling silverJewelry features ‘Love’ pendant hanging from pink pearls |
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Wedding Party Best Man Dog Shirt $19.79 Even your dog can be the best man in this wedding outfit Dog shirt comes with a tie combo with ruffles and polka dot accentsShirt is the perfect way to include pets in the wedding party |
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Easy Parties and Wedding Celebrations (Hardcover) $21.53 Description not available. |
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PARTNER DANCING 101:PARTY AND WEDDING $10.98 Description not available. |
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AMERICAN WEDDING – EXTENDED PARTY ED. $10.45 Full Frame Unrated Extended Party Edition In this final chapter of the AMERICAN PIE teen comedy trilogy, mishap magnet Jim (Jason Biggs) and former band geek Michelle (Alyson Hannigan) have decided to tie the knot. Jim`s friends Finch … |
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Simple Stunning Wedding Showers $15.15 Description not available. |
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Emily Post`s Wedding Parties $19.19 Description not available. |
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Paperie for Inspired Living (Hardcover) $16.31 A wedding expert and paper guru provides detailed instructions on creating unique personal stationery, business cards, letterhead, and note cards using a computer and inexpensive craft-store embellishments, and also provides advice on invitation etique… |
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Wedding Occasions $9.45 Dozens of memorable parties with a focus on easy party planning and specific how to’s. |
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The Ultimate Bridal Shower Idea Book $10.07 Description not available. |
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Makeup Makeovers $16.31 Description not available. |
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100+ Wedding Games $9.98 Description not available. |
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Tying the Knot: The Complete Wedding Organizer $19.57 Use this organizer to turn you wedding dreams into reality! Included are craft ideas and organizational necessities: budget, parties, attire, invitations, wedding party, flowers and music, ceremony, reception, and honeymoon. |
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Private Party $9.23 When she discovers her brand-new husband with another woman during their reception, Julie Driscoll, determined to have a wedding night with someone, seduces her cheating husband`s sexy brother, who takes her on a honeymoon she will never forget. Ori |
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Potter Style Wedding Guestbook $11.31 Whether it is the ceremony itself or the many festive occasions that surround it—showers and dinners and parties—there is no doubt that a wedding calls for the loveliest of stationery items. With its graceful Art-Nouveau pattern and evoca… |
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The Best Wedding Shower Book $7.55 Description not available. |
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Gift-shaped Wedding Card Holder $32 Put the finishing touches on your special day with this wedding card holderRomantic accessory is shaped like a gift and gives your guests a fun spot to put cardsWedding planning becomes a cinch with this elegantly scrolled piece |
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10k White Gold 1/10ct TDW Diamond Wedding Band (J-K, I2-I3) $99.99 Click for Ring Sizing Help10-karat white gold diamond wedding band1/10 carat TDW |
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10k White Gold 1/4ct TDW Diamond Channel Band (J-K, I2-I3) $125.99 Click here for Ring Sizing Chart.Enjoy a sparkling diamond ringGemstone jewelry made of 10k white gold |
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Tungsten Men’s 1/6ct TDW Diamond Dual-finished Band (7 mm) $149.99 Click for Ring Sizing HelpThis ring cannot be resizedComfort-fit tungsten band with diamonds |
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10k White Gold 1/8ct TDW Diamond Wedding Band (J/K, I2/I3) $99.99 Click for Ring Sizing Help10-karat white gold diamond wedding band1/8* carat TDW |
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10k Gold 2 mm Half Round Wedding Band $59.99 Click for Ring Sizing HelpAvailable in yellow or white gold2-mm wedding ring |
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Embroidered ‘I Do’ White Crystal Wedding Garters (Set of 2) $14.99 Wear this sentimental ‘I Do’ garter set on your special dayRomantic accessories are crafted of sweet white organza ruffles and Swarovski crystal accents Wedding planning becomes a cinch with this stunning set |
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Titanium 1/10ct TDW Diamond Men’s Wedding Band $114.99 Click for Ring Sizing HelpBand features three diamondsMen’s titanium wedding jewelry |
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Signature Picture Frame and Engraved Photo Mat $120 Create a unique keepsake for your special day with this signature photo frame and matRomantic accessories combine contemporary style with an age-old wedding traditionWedding planning becomes a cinch with this stunning set |
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Titanium Men’s 8 mm Band $52.99 Ring is made of aircraft-grade titanium metalBand weighs 4.2 gramsThis men’s ring is suitable as a wedding band or fashion accessory |
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Men’s Titanium 7 mm Polished Band $39.99 Click for Ring Sizing HelpThis ring cannot be resizedAircraft-grade 6/4 titanium |
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14k White Gold 2/5ct TDW Diamond Band (H-I, I1-I2) $289.99 Click for Ring Sizing HelpSemi-eternity-style diamond band14k white gold jewelry |
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10k Gold 4-mm Half Round Wedding Band $109.99 Click for Ring Sizing HelpRing available in yellow or white goldWedding jewelry |