Wedding Favors Worth Keeping (and Skipping)

Wedding favors are a sweet gesture—a way to say “thank you” to your guests. But let’s be honest: how many of those favors actually make it home, let alone get used? If you’re on a budget (or simply don’t want your tokens of appreciation tossed in a drawer), it’s time to rethink the favor game.

Here’s what guests actually want—and what they’ll likely leave behind.

Wedding Favors Worth Keeping

1. Edible Treats

Cookies, mini jars of honey, locally made jams, or custom tea blends are budget-friendly and always appreciated. Bonus points if you DIY them or buy in bulk!

2. Mini Plants or Succulents

A little greenery goes a long way. Tiny succulents in dollar store pots are adorable, affordable, and memorable.

3. Personalized Drink Coasters

Instead of your names and wedding date plastered everywhere, try a meaningful quote or cute saying. Guests are more likely to reuse them that way.

4. Spice or Seasoning Jars

Think “Love is the spice of life.” Little jars of BBQ rubs, cinnamon sugar, or taco seasoning are both fun and practical.

5. Seed Packets

A symbol of new beginnings. Customize packets with a note like “Let Love Grow.”

Wedding Favors to Skip

1. Trinkets with Your Wedding Date

Unless it’s something super unique, most guests don’t want keychains or magnets with your wedding date and names. Harsh—but true.

2. Overly Themed Items

If your wedding is Paris-themed, Eiffel Tower mini statues might seem cute, but they’re not very useful after the party ends.

3. DIY Projects that Don’t Land

If you’re not crafty, skip the Pinterest-perfect ideas that end up looking rushed or confusing. A failed craft is worse than no favor at all.

4. Personalized Shot Glasses or Mugs

They sound fun—but how many “Jessica & Jordan’s Wedding 2025” glasses do guests actually want in their cupboard?

5. Anything Fragile

If it’s going to break in a purse or car ride home, it’s probably not worth it.

Blush & Budget Tip:

If you’re not into favors, consider a favor alternative. A donation to a cause close to your heart or a photo booth with printed snapshots your guests can take home are meaningful, budget-friendly options.

Wedding favors don’t need to be elaborate or expensive to be meaningful. Stick to things that are practical, edible, or heartfelt. When in doubt—less is more.

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