40 Cheap Wedding Favours for £1 or Less

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You can still have fabulous favours if you’re on a tight budget! We’ve rounded up 40 beautiful and cheap wedding favours that cost £1 or less

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If you’re working to a tight budget, the idea of buying dozens of sweet or unusual wedding favours might be keeping you awake at night. But don’t fear – we’ve rounded up the best cheap wedding favours for under £1 to help keep your budget in check. There are plenty of ways to save money on a wedding, and budget-friendly wedding favours are one of them.

We’ve scoured the web and it turns out there are plenty of bargain options out there which could cost you as little as a pound or even less – that’s right, cheaper than your morning cappuccino by a mile. Who knew cheap wedding favours could look this good and set you back just a few pennies?

We’ve rounded up this selection of fun, quirky and seriously cheap favours for your wedding that will help you stick to your wedding budget. From fans and things your guests can eat, to fridge magnets and handy accessories you never knew you needed, there’s plenty of cheap wedding favour ideas in our round-up.

The Best Cheap Wedding Favours Under £1

You can browse the very best wedding favours for under £1 – and even some wedding favours for under 50p here – or hop to the bottom to discover everything you need to know about wedding favours – cheap or not!

1. Bubbles in Wedding Cake Bottle – From 62p, Hitched Shop

Who says bubbles are just for kids? Certainly not us. These bubbles in wedding cake bottles  offer a sophisticated take on the favour and will also make for some fab wedding photos when guests start to blow their bubbles.

Pros & Cons: These wedding favours will be a big hit with any children attending your wedding – for more ideas see these fun wedding favours for kids. Make sure you keep these sealed before the big day to avoid any spillages. 

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2. Wooden Place Setting – From 96p, Etsy 

Save money and double up your place names as wedding favours. These wooden place settings will look contemporary and stylish on your tables and we reckon your guests will love having these on their desks after the wedding. 

Pros & Cons: These personalised wedding favours can be painted with gold, silver, copper or black to suit your wedding theme. Make sure you have every name spelt correctly before sending off to order as returns are not accepted. 

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3. Personalised Engraved Wooden Pencils – £22.50 for 30, Etsy 

These personalised pencil favours are super handy. Not only will they keep your younger guests entertained, but they’ll be useful when your guests come to sign your wedding guest book. You can have each pencil engraved with your names and the wedding date making this a cheap wedding favour idea that everyone can enjoy. 

Pros & Cons: All pencils come with an eraser just in case guests make a mistake in the guest book. Pop a sharpener nearby though as we all know from our school days that lead can be fickle.

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4. Custom Wedding Teabag Favours – £50 for 50, Etsy 

Who doesn’t love a good cuppa? Your guests will enjoy their morning cup even more with these personalised teabags available in assorted delicious flavours, and you can add your names and wedding date for an extra personal touch.

Pros & Cons: The teabags are placed inside hand sewn paper envelopes for a luxe finish, plus they include information cards explaining the flavour. As they are hand made they won’t all look the same which adds to their charm but may not suit couples who like precision and uniformity.

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5. Chocolate Hearts Wedding Favours – £49.50 for 50, Etsy 

What better way to spread the love than with these dainty chocolate hearts? With their adorable ‘love is sweet’ message in a gorgeous cursive font, these are sure to go down very well indeed with your guests. Plus, with options to choose your foil and card colour, they are a steal at 99p each. Those with a sweet tooth will love these chocolate wedding favour ideas. 

Pros & Cons: If you’re having a wedding in the warmer months, these chocolates might not last on the tables long but we think that guests won’t be able to resist eating them regardless of the temperature. It’s never too warm for chocolate, in our opinion! 

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6. Wooden Heart Place Names – 85p, Design by Eleven

These personalised wooden hearts work as both a cheap wedding favour for guests to keep, and a wedding place card so they know where to sit – a great money-saving hack. They come in a neutral shade so will fit into any colour scheme. 

Pros & Cons: The rustic wood finish is gorgeous but if you wanted to add more colour, simply mix up the string threaded through the hole – metallic silver or gold would look lovely. 

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7. Rose Gold Lottery Ticket Wedding Favour – 80p, Love Lumi Ltd

Add a little excitement to your wedding favours with these fun lottery ticket holders. They make a great alternative to the traditional wedding favour, especially for loved ones who are feeling lucky. This is both a fun wedding favour and a wedding favour idea that is cheap and could lead to some big wins! 

Pros & Cons: If you go for the scratch card option, pop a penny into each of the holders so that your guests aren’t trying to find loose change. 

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8. Popcorn Bag Wedding Favours – £50 for 50, Etsy

Popcorn’s always a crowd pleaser. Treat your guests to a moreish snack with a personalised popcorn bag that you can cheaply fill with purchased popcorn or (even cheaper) by popping your own. They’ll look amazing on your wedding tables.

Pros & Cons: You can choose from regular or large to fit within your budget. The bag has a simple design but it could easily be decorated at home using colourful pens, glitter, ribbon or stickers. 

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READ MORE: How to Make a Wedding Budget

9. Sailboat Magnet – £6 for 6, Hitched Shop

If you’ve got a coastal wedding planned, these fun sailboat magnets make such a sweet favour. They’ll look lovely placed on the table and give a great nod to your seaside venue. Discover more unusual wedding favour ideas here. 

Pros & Cons: At first glance your guests might not know what these favours are but once they realise, they’ll be pleased to add it to their fridge magnet collection. 

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10. Colour In Place Mat Wedding Favours – £1, Chi Chi Moi

Your guests will adore these personalised place mats which are just begging to be coloured in, from Chi Chi Moi at Not On The High Street. Put a pot of pencils on each table and watch everyone’s ‘concentration faces’ as they try to stay within the lines after a wine or two.

Pros & Cons: Choose from a floral or geometric design depending on your taste. These are certainly not just for children, adult colouring is a huge trend. 

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READ MORE: How to Plan a £5,000 Wedding

11. Just Married Flip Flop Key Chain – From 83p, Hitched Shop

Complete a beach themed wedding day with these mini flip flop key rings. They’ll be a lovely reminder for your guests of the special day every time they grab their keys. It’s also a nod to adventures to come if you are going to an amazing honeymoon destination. 

Pros & Cons: This cheap wedding favour is sold in packs of six but if you have any left over you could give them to anyone who was not able to attend on the day itself. 

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12. Mini Bird’s Nests – From 96p, Hitched Shop

Planning a wedding around Easter time? We reckon these mini bird’s nests make adorable favours. Pop in some mini chocolate eggs and guests young and old will be delighted, plus your guests can keep the basket to store things in afterwards. 

Pros & Cons: When placed on their own, these bird’s nests are a little random, but once eggs are added they come to life and are so fun. They prove that small, cheap wedding favours can still make an impact. Some reviews state that they are a little darker than pictured.

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READ MORE: How to Plan an Awesome Wedding for £3,000

13. Modern Geo Marble & Gold Favour Boxes – £12 for 12, Hitched Shop

We love the unique look of these classic marble and gold favour boxes. Fill them with sweets, chocolates or even a special personalised note letting the guest know how much they mean to you. 

Pros & Cons: You’ll have to put a little extra time into folding these boxes up but once you get the hang of it, they are so quick and easy to do. 

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14. Festival Wristbands – £1, Wedfest Weddings

These festival wristbands will complete any festival-themed wedding day – you can send them off with your wedding invites or hand them out before the ceremony. They’ll look amazing in the wedding photographs and make a lovely keepsake. After all, your guests are VIPs! 

Pros & Cons: These wrist bands look super realistic and they’re so fun. They’ll have to be cut-off to be removed, but this only makes them feel even more like the real-deal. 

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15. Personalised Sweet Cone – From 75p, Etsy

Treat your guests to something sweet by purchasing these colourful sweet cones. With prices starting from less than £1, they are sure to give your guests a touching sensation of nostalgia as you embark on a brand new journey. 

Pros & Cons: These would make an excellent addition to a sweet table. There’s a great mix of different sweets per cone so there is sure to be a treat that your guests will enjoy. 

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16. Champagne Bubbles – 71p, Hitched Shop

These champagne bubbles are just adorable and such a cheap wedding favour, too. They’d be perfect for entertaining little ones if you’ve invited kids to your wedding. Almost as good as the real thing.

Pros & Cons: Make sure guests don’t get confused about what these wedding favours are. Reviews state that that these are high quality and they come out as a steady stream of bubbles. 

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17. Wildflower Seed Wedding Favours – £1, Etsy 

The ideal choice for nature-loving couples, these wildflower seeds will allow guests to grow their own blooms and save the bees in the process. A sweet way to plant the seed for sustainable living and sharing the love for the beloved honeybee. Discover more eco-friendly wedding favours here. 

Pros & Cons: These wedding favour packets are light and easy to transport. Your guests can simply pop them inside a pocket or bag and take them home. 

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18. Handwritten Pegs Wedding Favours – 80p, Etsy 

A sentimental wooden peg just made for a rustic wedding, we love these budget wedding favours. Complete with a handwritten message of your choice, you could always clip them to a thank you card or use them to pin a bag filled with little treats. 

Pros & Cons: These pegs shouldn’t be left outside as they are for decorative use only. The colour of the wood may vary between the pegs, but this only makes them look and feel even more authentic.

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READ MORE: Our Favourite Wedding Candles

19. Novelty Popcorn Boxes – 98p, Etsy 

These super-cute popcorn boxes are just 98p each, so you will have plenty of wedding favour budget left to buy delicious popcorn to fill them with. Choose from cream, blush, pink or magenta to match the boxes perfectly to your colour scheme.

Pros & Cons: No popcorn is included in the price of these wedding favours, but you can bulk buy this treat cheaply from any supermarket. Fill the boxes up last minute to ensure your popcorn tastes fresh.

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20. Personalised Jigsaw Puzzle Wedding Favours – £9.99 for 10, Etsy 

These unique puzzle keyrings are a fun way of thanking your guests for being part of your special day. Made with high-quality wood, they are sure to serve as a lifelong reminder of the experiences you shared every time they venture from home. Though these are cheap wedding favours, the quality and finish make them look anything but.

Pros & Cons: These puzzle pieces are small wedding favours so you can only customise them with a date, not a longer message. They can easily be tied to card though, if you did want to pen a few words to each guest. 

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21. Birds & Bunting Pin Badge – £12 for 10, Macmillan Cancer Support

Finished with a beautiful foil detail and ribbon, these adorable birds and bunting pin badges are not only gorgeous, they support a brilliant cause. Discover more charity wedding favours here.

Pros & Cons: Okay, you caught us, they are slightly over £1, but with all proceeds going towards Macmillian Cancer Support, they’re definitely worth it! 

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22. Diamond Shaped Wedding Bubbles – 92p, Hitched Shop

Let your loved ones take a taste of your glam wedding theme home with them with these sophisticated diamond-inspired bubbles. Who says a bottle of bubbly needs to break the bank? Certainly not these. At less than £1, these wedding favours are a true bargain and look so much more expensive than they are. 

Pros & Cons: Bubbles have the capacity to look novelty, but these diamonds look for from that. The chic gold bottle and shape will add elegance to your wedding tables. 

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23. Fortune Cookie Wedding Favour – £120 for 150, Bunting & Barrow

Fortune cookie favours are a highly affordable option and such a great way to break the ice when your wedding guests sit down. It’s a favour, wedding table game and table decoration all in one. These cheap unusual wedding favours come up at just 80p each – now that’s value for money. 

Pros & Cons: You can pick the colour of the fortune cookie wrapper to fit in with your theme. If you want to write a custom message inside each cookie it might take a little longer but it’ll be totally worth it when your guests open them up. 

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24. Mini Board Games – £28.50 for 30, Baker Ross

If your wedding guests have travelled from far and wide to be at your special day, then a retro game like Snakes and Ladders or Scrabble will keep them entertained on the journey back. Buy the games in a smaller, travel size to make them favour appropriate. This 4-in-a-row game is just 95p a favour. Discover more wedding games for your reception here. 

Pros & Cons: There are so many games to choose from that you might have a hard time choosing. We recommend putting a few types of each on every table. 

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25. Personalised CD Sleeve Favours – £10 for 10

If you’re giving your guests the soundtrack of your special day to take home or a CD filled with cute couple pictures, then you could consider popping the disks in these personalised CD sleeves. They come in a pack of 10 and we love the sleeve’s bold font.

Pros & Cons: The CD isn’t included in this wedding favour, but we reckon a trip to your local charity shops is a great idea. You can choose a song or album that reminds you of each guest for a sentimental touch. 

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26. Wedding Sparklers – £8 for 12, Sixpence Paperie

If your guests use their sparkler favours on the day itself then you can guarantee some amazing wedding photos. Sparklers give an amazing touch to an outdoor evening reception and these sparkler covers add a bit of fun and can be personalised with your names and wedding date. 

Pros & Cons: The sparklers themselves only cost pennies when you bulk buy them. Choose from gold, silver or rose gold foil. 

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The Best Cheap Wedding Favours Under 50p

Thought wedding favours under £1 were a bargain? Wait until you see the selection of cheap wedding favours less than 50p we’ve got for you.

27. Personalised Rock Candy – £13.50 for 75, Etsy

Give a subtle nod to the seaside at a coastal wedding venue by gifting everyone a slice of rock. Individually packaged with biodegradable and compostable plastic free wrappers, scatter them on your tables as a sweet treat. 

Pros & Cons: These sweets are vegan so will be suitable for all. They are quite small, so you might want to give two or three to each guest and keep away from younger children. 

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28. Personalised Magic Bean Seeds – £300 for 1,000, Beecycle

You can get your names, initials or wedding date stamped on these cool seed favours. Get your guests to pot and water the beans and, within two weeks, they’ll have their very own plant to remember your big day by.

Pros & Cons: Your guests won’t be able to see the full effect of this cheap wedding favour straight away, but when they start to grow, they’ll be amazed. 

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READ MORE: What To Write In A Wedding Card?

29. Chocolate Wedding Favours – £10 for 25, Etsy 

One for the chocolate lovers out there… These sweet chocolate favours come in milk chocolate and vegan dark chocolate, so you can keep all of your guests happy no matter their dietary requirements. We love the gold foil and cotton blossom design too.  

Pros & Cons: Chocolate wedding favours are always a bit hit with wedding guests. Yes, they might not last long, but we don’t think they’ll mind – and you can guarantee none will be left behind.

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30. Vegan Soap Wedding Favours – From 39p, Etsy 

These charming, dried flower vegan soaps would fit in perfectly at a rustic wedding. Not only are they seriously beautiful, they’re super practical, too. You have 13 different styles to choose from so you can mix and match or keep all your favours the same. 

Pros & Cons: These wedding favours will make your venue smell glorious before they’ve even been used. They look a lot more expensive than under 50p per favour.

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31. Drinks Token Wedding Favour – £3 for 10, Etsy

If you’re having a vintage wedding, these retro-style drinks tokens are such a good, and budget-friendly wedding favour. Organise a cheap drink deal with your venue or a special wedding cocktail (even easier if you’re at a no corkage wedding venue) and give your guests a free drink each with one of these cheap tokens. See no corkage wedding venues here. 

Pros & Cons: You’ll have to spend a little extra on top of these vouchers to get the drinks deal, but your guests will really appreciate the gesture. 

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32. Personalised Love Hearts Sweets – £21.99 for 100, Etsy

Love Hearts are a wedding favour favourite and it’s easy to see why. These mini packets of sweets add a fun and retro twist to your special day, and you can have them personalised with your new married name. Prices start at just £6.99 for 20 on Etsy, making them a super cheap wedding favour that’ll keep all your guests happy.

Pros & Cons: These are so adorable and will go down a treat with guests. Note that the packaging has been slightly changed from pink foil to clear wrap. 

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33. Love is Sweet Personalised Bags – £9 for 25, Hitched Shop

Priced at £9 for 25 bags, these sweetie bags come in at 36p each making them a total bargain. Fill them with sweets yourself or set out bulk-bought jars of sweets on your dessert table and invite guests to choose their own selection of treats. 

Pros & Cons: These bags only come in one design but it is a seriously stylish colourway that will fit into most wedding themes and venues.

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34. Key Bottle Openers – £19.99 for 50, Amazon

These romantic key bottle openers are the perfect wedding favour for traditional weddings in stately home or castle settings. Not only do they look adorable, they’ll also come in handy when your guests are popping open the beers at your reception.

Pros & Cons: Planning a Harry Potter wedding? These are the ideal nod to the film. As they are from Amazon, they’ll arrive quickly if you’ve left buying your favours until the last minute. 

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35. Wooden Ornate Fan Handle Favours – 48p, Hitched Shop

Getting married in the summer? These ornate wooden fan holders are a practical favour that will keep guests feeling super comfortable if it’s hot out. You can choose from a range of fan options to accompany them, or could even try to DIY the design.

Pros & Cons: These fans don’t fold up but they are super light-weight so will be easy for your guests to carry around on the day and take home. 

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36. Heart Shaped Marshmallow Wedding Favours – £21.99 for 60, Etsy

How cute are these fluffy, handmade marshmallows? Cut into heart shapes, you can choose the colour and the flavour of them, including elderflower, raspberry and coconut. They come topped with an edible rose petal for a perfect finishing touch. 

Pros & Cons: These aren’t suitable for vegetarians, but they are gluten-free, so excellent for guests with allergies. 

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37. Personalised Coasters – £35 for 100, Hitched Shop

These personalised coasters come in all different colours and designs, so you can easily find something to match your theme. You can choose to feature a message, your wedding date and initials making them super-personal too.

Pros & Cons: To make the most out of this wedding favour, we recommend taking some time to pick a special message – take a look at these funny love and marriage quotes for inspiration. 

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38. A Slice Of Cake Bag – £23.40 for 50, Etsy

After your delicious wedding day meal, the guests may be too stuffed to scoff a slice of cake so let them take some home in a personalised paper bag. You can choose from rustic brown or contemporary white so there’s something to suit any style of wedding. 

Can’t decide on a cake? See or favourite wedding cake flavours for inspiration.

Pros & Cons: The font on the lettering is elegant and sophisticated. The bag doesn’t have a seal but it will easily fold over and keep cake slices safe. 

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39. Wooden Place Names Wedding Favours – 50p, Etsy

Show your guests they always have a seat at your table with these elegant rustic place names. Handmade with a natural finish, they fit seamlessly in with any country wedding theme and make a dainty décor item for the home too. A gift that keeps on giving.

Pros & Cons: They’re laser-cut with each guests’ name so they can take them home and put them on display – the perfect desk accessory.

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40. Wedding Jigsaw Favours – £28 for 50, Etsy

Keeping with the rustic wedding theme, no doubt your guests will love these personalised jigsaw favours. Made with gorgeous rich oak, these unique pieces are a quirky way of showing just how important your friends and family are in your life. 

Pros & Cons: These jigsaw pieces are super versatile so you can put them wherever suits you – hang them with string or use them as wedding table decorations. 

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Wedding Favour FAQs

What Are Wedding Favours?

Wedding favours are small gifts given by the couple to their guests as a token of gratitude for attending. For centuries sugared almonds were given as a thank you, but in more recent times, they’ve fallen out of favour. Traditionally, you’ll leave your little gift on the place setting for each person at their table.

What Do You Give as Wedding Favours?

It’s all about small gifts: think a little candle, scented soap, packet of seeds or a bottle opener. Edible ones, like chocolate truffles, pick n’ mix sweets, or biscuits, go down a treat; as do little bottles of alcohol wedding favours. Try to link them in with your theme or a passion for you as a couple.

If you’re having a rustic theme, how about little jars of jam, shot glasses, tea bags or a succulent? If you’re having a vintage theme, you could have popcorn in old-school striped boxes, polaroid snaps, tea cups, or cute milk bottles filled with personalised cocktails.

READ MORE: The Ultimate Wedding Favour Ideas Guide

How Much Do You Spend on Wedding Favours?

It’s really up to how much you can spare in your budget. If you’re trying to save money then you can double them up with your place cards. Otherwise just keep track of your guest numbers and make sure not to go over your set budget. Any of the cheap wedding favours under £1 below will help you stay on track.

Do You Have to Have Wedding Favours?

That’s totally up to you. It’s not a strict rule but it is a cute reminder of the day that your guests can take away. If it’s something they can use regularly, even better. If you can’t afford them, don’t get into a panic over it – your guests won’t mind at all and most won’t even notice there aren’t any.

What are Traditional Wedding Favours?

Wedding favours are a way of sharing your love and representing your bond. Meaning is more important than expense with traditional favours taking the form of wedding bells, candles, miniature paintings, and cigars. Today, popular gifts such as chocolates, miniature bottles of a beloved tipple, and soaps are the most traditional. 

Is it Okay to Not Have Wedding Favours?

As traditional as wedding favours may be, they are not bound by strict rules or etiquette. Many couples are opting for more individual ways of expressing their appreciation for their loved ones’ support with DIY creations or through experiences on the day.

How you choose to commemorate your special milestone is a deeply personal one and open to any number of unique ideas. The more reflective of your personality, the better. 

What is Another Name for Wedding Favours?

Looking for a fresh alternative to the wedding favour? Welcome gifts, party bags, and wedding keepsakes are all fun twists on the popular trinket. You could also dive deeper into the age-old practice and incorporate favours from other cultural traditions.

In French and Italian aristocracy, Bonbonnieres were the preferred wedding favour, often comprised of a box made of porcelain or crystal with a delicate sweet inside. In Spain, guest gifts receive detalles in the form of a cigar, pin or wine. When it comes to your special day, the sky is the limit. You could even create a unique name befitting your signature style. 

Need some more money-saving advice? Check out what you can give up to help you save for your wedding