Planning wedding favors might feel like a small task compared to everything else on your to-do list, but these little gifts pack a big punch when it comes to adding a personal touch to your day!
Whether you’re just starting to brainstorm or putting the finishing touches on your favors, this Wedding Favor Checklist is here to help you or your planner make sure nothing is missed—from picking the perfect items to packaging them.
Just find your “Start Here” point, and let this checklist take you through the process, no matter where you are in your planning. Make sure your guests remember your celebration long after the party’s over!
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Wedding Favor Checklist
- Start Here: Initial Planning
- Determine the wedding theme: Decide on your overall theme and colors (rustic, elegant, modern, etc.)
- Choose favor type: Practical, edible, keepsake, or charitable
- Set the budget: Decide on a budget per guest or overall; a budget calculator can help
- Estimate quantity<: Based on the guest list (+ a few extras)
Start Here: After the Theme and Budget Are Set
- Choose favors
- Personalization:
- Decide if you’ll personalize (e.g., names, wedding date, thank you message)
- Choose fonts, colors, and styles for tags or labels
- Select packaging
- Decide on boxes, bags, or wrapping
- Choose gift-wrapping options like ribbons, twine, or tissue paper
- Order or make any finishing touches (stickers, labels, etc.)
Start Here: After Decisions Are Made
- Order and Timing
- Research vendors and read reviews
- Place the favor order well in advance (consider shipping time)
- Double-check the total quantity upon delivery
- Plan a date to assemble favors (if needed)
Start Here: Leading Up to the Wedding
- Storage and Transport
- Plan how to store favors until the wedding (especially important for edible items)
- Organize transport to the venue
- Decide who will set up favors at the venue (wedding coordinator, family, etc.)
Start Here: At the Venue
- Distribution Plan:
- Decide how favors will be displayed (on a table, at seats, in baskets)
- Assign someone to distribute or arrange the favors at the venue
- Ensure all guests receive a favor or instructions on how to get one
Ongoing Considerations
- Extras
- Prepare extra favors in case of unexpected guests
- Set aside one or two for the couple’s memory box
- Eco-friendly or charitable options
- If applicable, consider favors with eco-friendly materials or make a charitable donation in lieu of physical gifts
- Communicate this option with guests (through signage or thank you cards)
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