Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Ceremony & Reception Wedding Reception Ideas 54 Creative Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Be Excited to Take Home From edible gifts to thoughtful wall art, guests will use these favors well after your big day has come to an end. By Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber has been writing, editing, and producing lifestyle and weddings content for over 7 years. In that time, she has interviewed and worked with hundreds of leading experts to become an authority on all things homekeeping, flower arranging, home design, and wedding planning. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 8, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Evan Rich Photography Your ceremony went off without a hitch and your reception was a major hit. Now it's time to say farewell to the friends and family who made your big day special. For the ultimate ending to the perfect day, send them off with something to remember the festivities by. The best rule of thumb? Skip the monogrammed picture frames and opt for favors your guests will actually use. Bottles of hot sauce or glass canisters of sea salt are sure to end up in your loved one's kitchens, serving as a happy reminder of your wedding day. You can also gift a favor that was inspired by your wedding's locale. This is especially perfect if you're throwing a destination wedding—think mini jars of olive oil for a celebration in Santorini or fresh oranges for your Florida nuptials. No matter how you show your appreciation for your guests, these wedding favor ideas are sure to spark some inspiration. From edible treats to personalized gifts, there's something here for every couple. 37 Edible Wedding Favors Guests Will Eat Up (Literally!) 01 of 54 Homemade Cookies Sally Pinera Are you a stress baker? Why not turn those delicious treats into wedding favors, like this bride did. For an extra personal touch, the couple attached hand-drawn tags featuring their three pets to these sweet treats. 02 of 54 Poems Laura Murray Photography Give loved ones the gift of an unforgettable memory. These newlyweds hired Cubs the Poet to freestyle poems for their guests throughout the evening. By the end of the reception, the artist had also created a book complete with the original poems. 03 of 54 Botanical Prints Elizabeth Austin Photography Who doesn't love new wall art? These botanical prints pull double duty—guests can take them home as favors, while the tags serve as seating assignments with names and table numbers. 04 of 54 Miniature Candles Rebecca Theresa Photography Keep your love burning well after your wedding has ended by gifting candles as favors. This couple opted for travel-size candles and matches, which were printed with phrases that aligned with their wedding theme. 05 of 54 Honey Pots and Dippers Cassidy Carson Photography From overnight oats to hot tea, guests will reach for this sweet favor for months to come. Use a dainty ribbon to attach a micro dipper to the miniature honey pot to complete the gift. 06 of 54 Pressed Flowers Corbin Gurkin Calligraph your guests' names and seating assignment onto framed pressed flowers and voilà—a one-of-a-kind place card and wedding favor two-in-one. 07 of 54 Chocolate Bars Jen Wojcik Photography An illustrated label makes a chocolate bar infinitely more sophisticated. Dark or milk is up to you, but the bars are sure to be a hit for guests with a sweet tooth (so, everyone!). 08 of 54 Cocktail Kits Abby Jiu Photography The best hosts keep the party going long after the night comes to a close. Do just that by sending guests home with ingredients for the perfect Moscow Mules (or another of your favorite drinks). 09 of 54 Fruit Carton Jen Huang Now's the time to put that home garden to use. Gift guests fruits from your backyard or source your favorites from a local farmer. Love Fruit? Cover Your Wedding Cake with All Your Favorites 10 of 54 Olive Oil Michele Beckwith Bottles of olive oil are the perfect favor for a Greek destination wedding—or a fun way to celebrate your Greek heritage. 11 of 54 Himalayan Salt Emily Wren Pour Himalayan salt into mason jars for a quick gift that guests can use at home while cooking. Complete the look with a bow for a pretty-in-pink finish. 12 of 54 Homemade Limoncello Jasmine Lee Photography Mini bottles of homemade limoncello, a popular dessert drink, make the perfect post-wedding treat. Make personalized labels that remind guests of your big day. 13 of 54 Seeds Laura Goldenberger Photography Bags of seeds are generally seen as a symbol of growth and harmony, which makes them a meaningful wedding favor. You can use any flowers you like, but it'll be especially touching to gift a type of bloom that was used throughout your day. 14 of 54 Snacks to Go Elyse Hall Photography A bottle of Coke, fries, and burgers make the ultimate late-night snack—and will help satisfy your guest's post-dancing cravings. 37 Edible Wedding Favors Guests Will Eat Up (Literally!) 15 of 54 Rustic Candles Marissa Maharaj For a rustic affair, jarred candles in earthy scents like moss, vetiver, and rose are the perfect final touch. 16 of 54 Mugs Darling Juliet Throwing a camp-inspired fête? These tin mugs, emblazoned with you and your spouse's names, make cute and on-theme gifts 17 of 54 Bottle Openers Rebecca Arthurs There's a good chance your guests will use bottle openers every week, which means they'll think of your nuptials each time they crack open a cold one. 18 of 54 Maple Syrup Ether and Smith Take a hint from this couple and serve up maple syrup in (reusable!) decorative flasks. 19 of 54 Greek Pastries Mike Cassimatis Your wedding day really will be the best day ever if you serve up assorted Greek pastries in grab-and-go containers. 20 of 54 Potpourri Ashley Caroline Set up a potpourri station, where your guests can scoop fragrant herbs into illustrated sacks. 21 of 54 Temporary Tattoos Nyk and Cali Do you know what makes a great photo booth snapshot? A group of your best friends, all sporting tattoos of you and your love's faces. 8 Creative Ways to Revamp Your Wedding Photo Booth 22 of 54 Sleep Masks Abby Jiu Photography There's nothing like the gift of sleep, which makes silky smooth sleep masks (how cool is this houndstooth print?) the ultimate favor. 23 of 54 Worry Dolls Eden Willow "Worry dolls" are an important part of the Guatemalan culture, and are often gifted as emblems of peace and love. 24 of 54 Fans Vitae Weddings These colorful, handmade fans keep guests cool during summertime ceremonies and also serve as the perfect photo booth prop. 25 of 54 Vases Anna Delores Photography Looking for a quick way to repurpose your wedding flowers? Towards the end of the evening, ask a designated person to break down centerpieces and bouquets and place them into glass bottles. It's a great way to ensure that guests bring home an actual piece of the big day—and guarantees that those pricy blooms won't go to waste. 26 of 54 Macarons Bia Sampaio If you're going to gift this trendy treat, there's no better bakery to turn to than the elegant and always-delicious Ladurée. And how beautiful are those boxes? 27 of 54 Incense Vitae Weddings Keep the good vibes going by handing out incense bundles to banish the bad. 28 of 54 For the Kids Vitae Weddings Keep it simple on the kids table. A pack of crayons, a clipboard of fresh paper, and pair of cute shades are all you need to keep little ones content throughout the event. 29 of 54 Parasols Sawyer Baird Protect your guests from sunburn with a dainty parasol, a touch that brings a little bit of vintage to your ceremony. 30 of 54 Mini Hot Sauce Bottles Greer Gattuso If you and your spouse-to-be are known to always keep hot sauce on hand, the spicy condiment might be the way to go when it's time to choose favors. 31 of 54 Jelly Beans Adrienne Gunde Photography Here's a bright idea: Fill a mini lightbulb with your favorite jelly beans. Tie them with name tags if you'd like them to double as place cards. See These Insanely Creative Place Cards and Seating Displays 32 of 54 Bouquets Emily Millay Send your guests home with something floral. Place crates of fresh-cut flowers near the door to dress up guest's coffee tables for a week after the wedding. 33 of 54 Artwork Ayres Photo Enlist the help of a creative friend or a local artist to create a myriad of colorful scenes that guests can take home with them after your big day. 34 of 54 Luxe Candles Phosart Photography & Cinematography Miniature Jo Malone candles are sure to impress all your guests. Of course, any candle you love will work, too. 35 of 54 Rosemary Oil Sotiris Tsakanikas Corked bottles of rosemary-infused oil make an unexpected favor. On the tag, be sure to include its multiple uses. 36 of 54 DIY Flower Crowns Annie Watts Instead of looping greens and blooms around wire, simplify the process by securing vines and roses to headbands. 37 of 54 Mini Succulents Megan Wynn Photography Potted succulents and cacti make perfect takeaways. Pop in staked tags to transform them into live place cards. More Ideas for Using Succulents at Your Wedding 38 of 54 Key Chains Haley Richter Photography Your guests will be able to hold your wedding day close to them at all times when you opt for keychains as wedding favors. 39 of 54 Macaron in Cloche Ryan Ray If our place card was a monogrammed cream macaron served up in a mini cloche, we'd take it home in an instant. 40 of 54 Cupcake Boxes Katie Lopez Photography We love how this couple boxed up Cloud 9 Bakery's famous pancake and bacon-flavored cupcakes with a fern leaf and "thank you" tag. 41 of 54 Diet Coke Bottles Jacqui Cole Photography Everyone knows that Diet Coke tastes better in the glass bottles, but did you know it's even more refreshing with monogrammed labels? 42 of 54 Bottles of Wine Mi Belle Photography Everyone will ask you about the delicious wine you served at your wedding, so you might as well gift it. Wrap bottles in a material or bag that references your wedding. Fishing net and tassels are the perfect pick for a tropical wedding. 43 of 54 Colored Pencils Larissa Cleveland Photography Charming wooden pencils, packed in a cute mug with your new initial, will delight the adults just as much as the kids. 44 of 54 Tin Jars Elizabeth Messina Perfect for holding snacks, cotton balls, or tea bags, these cute jars are a practical keepsake. 45 of 54 Sunglasses onelove photography These sleek sunnies work for both men and women, and will protect their eyes during your summer ceremony. 46 of 54 Throw Blankets Anna Roussos Another seasonal gift, neutral throw blankets keep your loved ones warm at the wedding then look great on their couches at home. These Winter Wedding Favors Are Seriously Unique 47 of 54 Incense Bar This Rad Love with The Wedding Coven Instead of pre-made bundles, set your guests up with incense sticks so they can mix and match scents. 48 of 54 Pie Kristen Weaver Photography Your guests are sweet as pie for celebrating your wedding day with you. Remind them of this with a heart-shaped pie pop in assorted flavors. 49 of 54 Doggie Bag Molly Lo Photography We love how this couple took favor "doggie" bags literally, by illustrating them with a drawing of their beloved pup. 50 of 54 Tambourines Ashley Burns Thatched with lace, mini tambourines make pretty keepsakes and perfect celebratory sound makers. 51 of 54 Crest Boxes Cameron & Kelly Studio Want to keep your guests' favors a surprise? Present their gifts in pretty boxes marked with an illustrated crest and tied with black-and-white ribbon. 52 of 54 Matches Sotiris Tsakanikas Matches are a wedding favor classic. But wedding matches in adorable mini bottles? Now that's a gift your guests will love displaying in their home. 53 of 54 Candy Bar Mary Otanez Photography When it comes to favors, it's all about the presentation. Set up a candy bar on a vintage piece of furniture and add mini arrangements of your wedding's flowers. Feel free to pull out the drawers for more surface space. Love This Candy Bar? Check Out Our Favorite Dessert Tables 54 of 54 CDs Jasmine Lee Photography Put together a playlist of your wedding's best jams and burn them onto CDs so guests can groove long after they leave the dance floor. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit