How Many Wedding Favours Do You Need? A Simple Guide

Wedding favours are a lovely way to thank your guests and add a personal finishing touch to your day. The right choice depends on your guests, wedding style, budget, quantity and how you want the favour to be used.

Start with your guests

Think about who will receive the favour and what they are likely to appreciate. Practical keepsakes can be useful after the wedding, while botanical, edible or decorative favours can add atmosphere to the celebration.

Match the favour to your wedding style

• Elegant: refined designs and understated personalisation.
• Modern: clean lines and contemporary details.
• Rustic: natural textures and botanical elements.
• Romantic: softer colours and meaningful wording.
• Botanical: seed and nature-inspired favours.

Consider how the favour will be used

Ask whether guests will use it, enjoy it, display it or simply take it home as a keepsake. A useful item can have a longer life beyond the wedding.

Set your budget before choosing

Work from your total favour budget and guest count rather than choosing a product first. Remember to account for personalisation, packaging and delivery.

Check quantity and timing

Decide whether you need one favour per guest, couple or household. Allow time for personalisation and production, and consider a small number of extras.

Read our wedding favour quantity guide and wedding favour budgeting guide.

Think about personalisation

Names, initials, dates and short thank-you messages can make a favour feel connected to your celebration. Keep wording simple and check every spelling carefully.

Explore ideas before deciding

Our 25 personalised wedding favour ideas guide can help you compare different styles and types of favour.

Explore wedding favours

Browse Craft Favour' personalised wedding favours and gifts when you are ready to explore products.