What are Bonbonnieres?

A Bonbonniere is commonly known as favors, which are small gifts given out to guests on special events or occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, communions etc. In the olden days, the tradition of distributing bonbonniere was to coat almonds with sugar known as Confetti. 5 Jordan almonds packed in an elegantly wrapped box that can be made of porcelain, crystal or precious stones. The 5 almonds symbolize fertility, wealth, happiness, health and longevity.

Various Bonbonniere Ideas

However nowadays people choose to diversify in different cultures and bonbonniere ideas are quite a few. One is only limited by their imagination when it comes to choosing the perfect bonbonniere idea. The meaning and thought behind giving presents is more central than the amount spent on it. Some people prefer to gift wrap their own items in a simple fashion with tulle or ribbon in beautiful colors to make it look elegant and attractive.

1. If you are on a tight budget, instead of gifting two separate items for a couple, you can select one gift which be given to both like a picture frame.
2. Each gift can also be personalized by a hand written message or phrase which symbolises the occasion. Another good bonbonniere idea is to gift flowers like tulip bulbs, since they represent hope and fertility. You can jazz it up with some elegant ribbon wrapped around them and a small note thanking the guests for their presence.

Tips on creating bonbonniere ideas

1. Have your gifts ready at least a week before the event as this helps in better planning and execution.
2. It is wise to order for a few more bonbonniere gifts as your guest count may rise at the last minute and you don’t want someone to leave without a special remembrance of the occasion. And always remember to keep one for yourself as an everlasting memento.

Some bonbonniere ideas range from classic sugared almonds, individually wrapped chocolates,  scented candles, CD’s with favourite tracks, shot glasses, scented bath beads, small box to keep trinkets, colourful potpourri, picture frames or various different gift items with couple’s name or initials and the wedding date.

As an expert author Peter Hogg provides valuable information about Bonbonniere Ideas and how trends are changing in the Wedding Favours industry.