The presenting of a wedding day token is an adaptation of a 16th century French custom that was reserved for nobles and kings. The objects were originally of great value; gold, enamel, precious stones, ivory, mother-of-pearl or porcelain. When introduced into other European courts, handmade lace, hand-blown glass and sugar coated candy were often substituted.
In the past, sugar coated almonds, usually wrapped in lace or netting were used as favours. Chocolate delicacies are now being used and are are popular. Almost anything tasteful can be given to your guests as a memento of your special day.
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The bride presents her favours to the guests in attendance at her reception. The favours can be simple or quite elaborate and can be tied with ribbon, with the first names of the couple and their wedding date printed on the ribbon or an attached card.
Modern wedding favours can include any item that is well-suited as a small token gift. Today’s couples are adding a charitable donation in lieu of a gift to a cause that is dear to them. This shows their commitment as a couple to the community at large.
