Why should you purchase favors for your wedding?
When you think about all of the weddings you have attended, try to remember the favors you took home. Maybe you left with a cute bundle of traditional candy-covered almonds tied up with a pretty ribbon, or a nice candle. Guests look forward to seeing what the bride and groom have chosen to leave for them at their place setting. It’s like a special little token of thanks, a small surprise that the guest receives before dinner is served. Whether it’s a nice box of seashell-shaped chocolates to match a beach wedding theme or a small picture frame engraved with the couple’s name, you walk away with something to remember the occasion by.
How do you pick the perfect favor?
Brides are becoming more and more creative when it comes to wedding planning, and choosing the right favor is supposed to be a fun, stress-free event. While wedding favors may not be the first item on your planning list, it’s an item you won’t want to forget. A good idea is to start with a theme. Your theme could be based on the location of your wedding, or you could even create a theme around your wedding colors. For example, if your bridesmaids are going to be wearing pink, you could tie pink ribbon around each favor package, or personalize each favor with a tag that matches your wedding colors. The favors can also be part of your table décor. For example, you could have the place –card holders double as favors. There are so many possibilities and such a wide selection of favors to choose from these days that you are sure to “wow” your guests with something they’ll love to take home with them after your special celebration.
What about favors for bridal showers?
It’s common to hand out favors after a bridal or baby shower. Again, it’s a way to say “thank you for coming” to your guests, and you’re leaving them with a small gift in honor of your special event. There are many cute favors out there to match any shower theme. You can even choose a special favor or gift as a token of appreciation for your hostess.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Bridal Shower Etiquette
BRIDAL SHOWER FAQ’s:
Who can throw a bridal shower? Traditionally, bridal shower etiquette says that close family members of the bride (particularly mothers) are not supposed to throw the shower; the host is usually a close friend, bridesmaid, or other family member.
When should a bridal shower be held? Ideally, the bridal shower is held 1-2 months before the wedding, but there is nothing wrong with it being held earlier, provided that it’s convenient for the bride.
Who should be invited to the bridal shower? The mother-of-the-bride and mother-of-the-groom should always be invited to the shower, as well as stepmothers on both sides. Sisters of the bride and groom are generally invited to every bridal shower, but have the option of choosing to attend just one. Keep in mind that people who are not invited to the wedding should not be invited to the bridal shower. Other than that, the bride and host should work together to come up with the guest list. Numbers should be kept within the host’s budget. “Couples showers” are becoming more popular, but remember that this usually doubles the guest list.
Where should the bridal shower be held? There really is no rule on this one, but one exception I would make is that you should never ask guests to pay for their own meal at a shower. So, no matter what the bride prefers, do not plan to have the shower at a restaurant if it is not going to fit within your budget.
Bridal shower games: are they necessary? Games are not required as part of a bridal shower, but they often help to “break the ice” when the guests may not know each other. If games are not going to be played, it’s a good idea to begin the shower with introductions.
Thank you notes: should I send them? Sending a thank you note to each person you receive a gift from is an absolute must. If several people contribute towards one gift, you should write each person a thank you note. Send the notes within a couple of weeks of the shower, and don't forget an extra special thank you (even a small gift) for the host.
Who can throw a bridal shower? Traditionally, bridal shower etiquette says that close family members of the bride (particularly mothers) are not supposed to throw the shower; the host is usually a close friend, bridesmaid, or other family member.
When should a bridal shower be held? Ideally, the bridal shower is held 1-2 months before the wedding, but there is nothing wrong with it being held earlier, provided that it’s convenient for the bride.
Who should be invited to the bridal shower? The mother-of-the-bride and mother-of-the-groom should always be invited to the shower, as well as stepmothers on both sides. Sisters of the bride and groom are generally invited to every bridal shower, but have the option of choosing to attend just one. Keep in mind that people who are not invited to the wedding should not be invited to the bridal shower. Other than that, the bride and host should work together to come up with the guest list. Numbers should be kept within the host’s budget. “Couples showers” are becoming more popular, but remember that this usually doubles the guest list.
Where should the bridal shower be held? There really is no rule on this one, but one exception I would make is that you should never ask guests to pay for their own meal at a shower. So, no matter what the bride prefers, do not plan to have the shower at a restaurant if it is not going to fit within your budget.
Bridal shower games: are they necessary? Games are not required as part of a bridal shower, but they often help to “break the ice” when the guests may not know each other. If games are not going to be played, it’s a good idea to begin the shower with introductions.
Thank you notes: should I send them? Sending a thank you note to each person you receive a gift from is an absolute must. If several people contribute towards one gift, you should write each person a thank you note. Send the notes within a couple of weeks of the shower, and don't forget an extra special thank you (even a small gift) for the host.
Baby Shower Etiquette
BABY SHOWER ETIQUETTE FAQ’s:
1. Who can host a baby shower? Traditionally, the host of a baby shower is a close friend of the mom-to-be. Since the purpose of a baby shower is to “shower” the mom-to-be with gifts, you should not host your own baby shower. If someone does not offer to throw you a baby shower, then you can always host a “Welcome Home Baby” party after the baby is born to celebrate his/her arrival.
2. Is it ok to have a baby shower for my second (or subsequent) baby? These days, celebrating the birth of a second (or subsequent) child by having a baby shower is appropriate, particularly if it has been several years since the first one was born, and/or the baby is of opposite sex. If the child is born shortly after the previous one and happens to be the same sex, a “Welcome Home Baby” party may be a better option, since it can be assumed that the mother already has most of the baby items she’ll need. Having this type of party rather than a traditional shower will give people the opportunity to meet the new baby and celebrate his/her arrival without the pressure of giving a gift (most people will probably bring a gift anyway!).
3. When should the shower be held? Baby showers are usually given anywhere between the seventh and ninth month. You don't want to have the party too close to the due date of the mom-to-be in case she delivers earlier than expected, but when she is sporting a large belly at the party, it makes it more fun, so don't host it too early. Check with the mom-to-be to see what works for her.
4. Where should it be held? Most baby showers are held in someone's home. But restaurants, churches, banquet facilities, and parks are all nice options if your budget allows.
1. Who can host a baby shower? Traditionally, the host of a baby shower is a close friend of the mom-to-be. Since the purpose of a baby shower is to “shower” the mom-to-be with gifts, you should not host your own baby shower. If someone does not offer to throw you a baby shower, then you can always host a “Welcome Home Baby” party after the baby is born to celebrate his/her arrival.
2. Is it ok to have a baby shower for my second (or subsequent) baby? These days, celebrating the birth of a second (or subsequent) child by having a baby shower is appropriate, particularly if it has been several years since the first one was born, and/or the baby is of opposite sex. If the child is born shortly after the previous one and happens to be the same sex, a “Welcome Home Baby” party may be a better option, since it can be assumed that the mother already has most of the baby items she’ll need. Having this type of party rather than a traditional shower will give people the opportunity to meet the new baby and celebrate his/her arrival without the pressure of giving a gift (most people will probably bring a gift anyway!).
3. When should the shower be held? Baby showers are usually given anywhere between the seventh and ninth month. You don't want to have the party too close to the due date of the mom-to-be in case she delivers earlier than expected, but when she is sporting a large belly at the party, it makes it more fun, so don't host it too early. Check with the mom-to-be to see what works for her.
4. Where should it be held? Most baby showers are held in someone's home. But restaurants, churches, banquet facilities, and parks are all nice options if your budget allows.
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