A wedding is one of life's most cherished and celebrated events, however, planning a wedding can be a confusing and often frustrating task. With the whirlwind of planning that needs to be done, the bridal shower is sometimes overlooked. The bridal shower is a fun and traditional way to celebrate the occasion and to help the busy couple take a little time to relax and enjoy this joyful time. Bridal showers are traditionally put together by the bridesmaids and often, the families of the bride and groom. Bridal shower favors are fun little mementos of the bridal shower.

PERFECT BRIDAL SHOWER FAVORS

As there are many types of brides, there are many types of bridal shower favors. Usually bridal shower favors are personalized either by having the names of the bride and groom-to-be printed on them or they are hand made with love by the bridesmaids. Choosing bridal shower favors should never be looked at as a chore or added stress. Since bridal showers are traditionally attended by the women closest to the bride, more feminine bridal shower favors can be considered. These can include scented sachet packs, makeup pouches, tins of lip balm, and dried floral bouquets. Some people host bridal showers that are open to both male and female guests. Bridal shower favors for showers with male guests should offer bridal shower favors meant to be enjoyed by everyone. Popular choices include tins of candy, candles, soaps, cookies, and even small plants. Often bridal shower favors are personalized, but wedding favors should always be personalized with the names of the bride and groom and the wedding date.

PERFECT PERSONALIZED WEDDING FAVORS

Weddings are are unique as each loving couple that plans them. Personalized wedding favors are a great way of giving those who share your big day a keepsake to take home. No matter your theme, from the traditional, to the odd, to the downright wacky, you will be able to find personalized wedding favors to suit your reception theme. Regardless of theme, all wedding favors should be personalized with the names of the bride and groom and the wedding date. Traditional personalized wedding favors include engraved candle holders, personalized printed bookmarks, personalized tins containing candy, an engraved picture frame complete with a photo of the newly married couple, or an engraved champagne glass. For more formal weddings, the engraved champagne glass is popular, as is an engraved bottle opener. The possibilities are endless. Vegas themed wedding receptions are popular, so why not consider a deck of playing cards that has been personalized as a wedding favor for this fun theme? Outdoor spring weddings are a lovely alternative to a traditional ceremony. Personalized packets of flower seeds are a cute idea for this type of wedding. Getting married on the sandy shores of a beach? Sea shells can be engraved to make unique personalized wedding favors. No matter your budget, no matter your theme, there are thousands of fantastic ideas to help add that personal flair to your special day. I hope I have inspired you in your choice of bridal shower favors and personalized wedding favors. Remember, planning is half the fun!