My mom asked why i was going to give out favors. She said it's just a wasit of money, time and there is no point in having them.
I was wondering what you all thought about it.
have you been to a wedding where they didn't do favors if so what did you think???
Thanks
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Re: no favors?
Favors are not necessary at all and I've never missed them at weddings where they weren't given out.
Use the money towards something else; perhaps upgrading or adding something to your food or drink for the night.
OP: favors are another something dreamed up by the wedding industry to separate you from more of your $$. They're not necessary and are often left behind~even the edibles.
[QUOTE]Really? The meal, drinks, entertainment you're providing won't be enough of a thank you to your guests? But if you add two Hershey's kisses wrapped in tulle all will be fine? Really? OP: favors are another something dreamed up by the wedding industry to separate you from more of your $$. They're not necessary and are often left behind~even the edibles.
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Couple in the informal sense!!!!
Most guests will usually monetarily gift the couple VERY genorously. In my eyes they are paying for themselves so a little token of appreciation like some kisses will go a long way. Trust me!
I have never been to a reception where edibles were left behind. Now I think you're making stuff up.
I've been MOB and MOG in the past couple of years. We just finished up the last of the lovely tulle wrapped m&m's from my DD's July wedding yesterday.
We carried home the edible favors from my son and DIL's wedding. They were snacking for weeks.
As for the "covering your plate" discussion~let's not even go there.
I was thinking about doing a candy buffet and having take home boxes for the guest to take what ever candy is left over!( that is what started this whole thing with my mom)
Thanks for all your input ladies.
I have not left a wedding where I did not receive a favor and think "screw those guys, I bought them a toaster and I didn't even get a damn tulle sack of M&M's!!"
[QUOTE]I think they are a waste of time, effort, and money. Half get left behind, and REALLY, REALLY, you think 2 hersheys kisses is going to make or break someone's opinion of you? I have not left a wedding where I did not receive a favor and think "screw those guys, I bought them a toaster and I didn't even get a damn tulle sack of M&M's!!"
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Wow...way to get all fired up over a favor question! Sorry if I offended you by sharing my opinon with the OP. I guess you forgot to put your big girl panties on today.
http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/ProductPage.aspx?scId=Unique%20Favors(KnotShop)&pId=P373(KnotShop)&cId=Favors(KnotShop)&cTypF=&sscId=PersonalizedFavors(KnotShop)
and if you can only afford a few dollars, no one will know how much you donated and you don't have to break the bank! good luck
I went over budget on dinner by getting the roasted New York strip loin, so I think people might forgive me for nixing the favors. I know the men will anyways
Favors are definitely falling out of style and I agree that the money can be spent elsewhere. We went to 2 weddings last summer and one gave favors--hersey's kisses in tulle--and the other did not. Some of the hershey's kisses are still uneaten on my bedroom dresser. Ultimately, it's up to you and what you're comfortable with.
i've seen ideas on these boards for shot glasses, picture frames, coasters, etc. i wouldn't want any of those things and i would definitely leave mine behind or toss it when i got home. i'd rather you upgrade something at the ceremony (or just save the money) then use the money for something i don't want or need.