One aspect of weddings that guests love to see are the wedding favors provided by the bride and groom. Over the years these have become more elaborate but they are not necessarily environmentally-friendly. The good news is that there are plenty of eco-friendly options that will impress your guests and ensure that they have a lasting memory of your special day.
Seed favors
A quick search on the internet will show you that there are many ‘plantable’ favors. These are items that have wild flower seeds included with them so you can simply bury them in the garden and watch them grow. These are a popular choice and come in many forms such as flower shaped ‘confetti’, cards, place cards and even boxes. You could also opt for personalized seed packets. Filled with assorted wildflower seeds, some will cover up to 200 square feet, so there is plenty for the whole garden. Often you can choose the design of the personalized label and then add the names yourself. To make it special, opt for calligraphy-style handwriting for an elegant touch!
Woven favor bags
Traditionally, wedding favors are candies and if you want to give your guests a few sweet treats then you need to have something to present them in. Woven favor bags have a much more natural feel to them and are more environmentally friendly than opting for a plastic container. They are biodegradable so if they are ever thrown away they will not have a harmful effect on the environment. In addition, you can always reuse them for something else.
Bamboo coasters
Bamboo coasters make use of a natural material and are ideal for those who are having a summer wedding. These come in sets that are packaged very nicely and are perfect if you want to give your guests a practical gift that will help them to remember your big day for a long time to come. Consider purchasing some to use on the tables as well and this will help to tie the favors in with the decoration of the occasion.
Eco-friendly tote bags
Another practical gift that is sure to create a talking point is the eco-friendly tote bag. These often have specific messages printed on them to encourage people to recycle but to commemorate your wedding you could have your names and the date printed on them instead. Guests can use them to take home all the little items that they acquire during the day including the order of service and that all-important piece of cake! The bags are fashioned from natural cotton and can be used time and time again.
Whichever eco-friendly wedding favors you choose, you can create a lasting impression on your guests without leaving a lasting impression on the environment! For additional ideas, visit our Eco-Friendly Wedding Favor Pinterest board!