When planning a wedding, there are so many of details to consider. You need to think about the outfits, the makeup, wedding invitations, reception location — the list goes on. Another detail that couples are considering more is bonbonnieres. The decision to give a small gift to wedding guests stems back to the Italian tradition of giving sugared almonds in a tulle bag. These days, couples have a wide choice of party favours to give to their guests. If you feel like getting creative and trying something unique for your wedding, consider one of these wedding bonbonniere ideas.

Handmade soap

Why not give your guests cold pressed soaps made from wholesome natural ingredients and botanicals. They can be customised in the style you like to match the theme of your wedding and decorated with ribbons, a pretty soap band, twine or paper with the initials of the bride and groom on the label. Whether you love the smell of lavender, lemongrass, rose, or coconut, you can customise your soap however you like to make it personal to you and your partner.

Heart shaped measuring spoons

If you’re looking for wedding bonbonnieres that will actually be of use to your wedding guests, consider homewares like measuring spoons. You could choose to customise them if you like, but sticking with something simple like a heart shape ensures that they are still on theme for the wedding, but will work well in your guests’ homes.

Place card holders

If you are looking for something simple and elegant that is still functional for the day, a nice card holder can add a touch of class to your tables. Try a silver or gold metal to add a bit of a luxury feel to the table. You could look at customising these with an engraving or colour to match the wedding, but they are also work when kept very simple. They can act as table place cards on the day, and guests can reuse them in their homes for a variety of purposes.

Favour Boxes

If you want to go a little more traditional but with a twist for your bonbonnieres, why not try favour boxes? You can add classic sugared almonds or go for something more modern like freckles, mints or jelly babies. The great thing about these is you can customise exactly what you put in them, have a mix of things, or just one simple gift.

Stubby Holders

Maybe you are having a casual backyard wedding reception and you are looking for a gift that is more relaxed and fun. If so, personalised stubby holders are sure to get your friends and family talking. There are lots of designs you can choose from to suit your taste — a picture of the couple, something special to you, your names — whatever you like!

Bookmark

This elegant bonbonniere idea is a great way to show your guest you and your partner are now into the next chapter of your lives. They will look beautiful on your tables and you can choose a design that suits you. If you’re looking for cheap bonbonniere ideas, bookmarks might be the way to go, as they can be designed and printed relatively cheaply.

Wedding Cake Boxes

Rather than getting your guests to eat the wedding cake at the reception, why not get the reception staff to package the cake into gorgeous cake boxes (a fee may be involved so be sure to ask when you are planning) and place it on the guests’ tables at the end of the night to take home? This is a good idea particularly if you are providing another dessert option. 

Seeds

Pick your favourite flower (or herbs or vegetables) and give your guests a packet of seeds that they can plant when they get home. Visit your local nursery for some advice on what will grow best in your area. The plant that grows will serve as on ongoing reminder of you and your day for your guests.

Candy Buffet

As far as bonbonniere ideas go — a candy buffet with take home boxes is pretty foolproof. Buffets are very interactive and great for the young at heart. Choose sweets that fit with your colour choice and find containers that suit your theme, and you’ll quickly have a buffet that is unique to you and your day.

Planning for your wedding is a process full of big decisions and, sometimes, lots of stress. When it comes to bonbonnieres for your big day, we hope this list has made your planning process a little easier. Good luck — and congratulations!