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Favors & Gifts

  1. Give great gifts

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    Whether you've exhausted them with tasks, or simply asked them to stand beside you during the ceremony, your wedding party deserves a thoughtful thank-you gift.... read more

    November 20, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  2. Custom candles

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    Instead of another piece of tchotchke, be sure to offer your wedding guests a favor that's thoughtful and functional.... read more

    November 19, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  3. Mouthwatering favors

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    Just to reiterate: The best favors are edible ones. Bonus points if said favors are locally made. Double bonus points if they're crazy delicious, like the cookies, brownies and biscotti from Whimsy & Spice, based in Brooklyn's Park Slope neighborhood.... read more

    November 18, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts NY, NJ and CT

  4. Whoop! There it is!

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    I recently tried some phenomenal whoopie pies by DeLuscious Cookies + Milk in Los Angeles. ... read more

    November 12, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: California Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  5. What's in your future?

    Do you read your horoscope every day? If you look for meaning behind everything then the Fortune-Telling Book for Brides is right up your alley! The little something-blue colored book reveals how to bring good fortune to any wedding celebration. ... read more

    November 10, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  6. Homes for the holidays

    Women In Need, one of New York City's largest providers of shelter and services for homeless families, is auctioning off one-of-a-kind paper mache houses created by renowned designers, sports stars, Broadway performers and other VIPs to raise money for homeless families. Halle Berry, Oscar de la Renta, Jennifer Lopez and Vera Wang--who's bridal- inspired creation is pictured here and, we're told, is already a much desired item--all designed houses.... read more

    November 9, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  7. Campfire chic

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    Remember how fun it was to roast s'mores during childhood camping trips? Now you can replicate that delicious taste (campfire not included) with these S'more Smoochies.... read more

    November 4, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  8. Now open

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    The Flour Pot—one of our favorite local resources for cookie favors—recently opened a brick and mortar sweets boutique in Ambler, Penn. ... read more

    October 31, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  9. Sweet favor idea

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    Chicago native Amber Spiegel whips up treats that are as tasty as they are pretty. ... read more

    October 29, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Chicago Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  10. Sweet treats

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    October is almost over, but you still have time to take part in Breast Cancer Awareness month. EdibleGiftsPlus.com has a new line of delicious treats that benefits breast cancer awareness.... read more

    October 28, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  11. Framed

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    Do you have pictures in pretty frames on your desk or did you just put a push pin through a photo and attached it to your bulletin board? With the Pin-Up Frame from Molla Space you can now frame your wedding (or any other photos) on your office bulletin board or wall in style. ... read more

    October 26, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Photography & Video

  12. Hoping for cookies

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    I'm always hunt for a new favorite cookie, and the ones from Hope's Country Fresh Cookies, located near Philadelphia, are currently tops on my list. ... read more

    October 25, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  13. Bridesmaid gifts that give back

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    Looking for a bridesmaid gift that your girlfriends will use again and again? These cosmetic bags from Simply Sarah are great to give as a bridesmaid gift or you can fill them with other goodies and give your girls a gift set. Learn more about this pink gift that gives back too.... read more

    October 14, 2009 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  14. Dress up your favors

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    My stance of favors is that they should be both edible and beautifully presented. I love the work of Georgia-based Miss Pickles Press, who creates beautiful packaging and labels for favors (she also designs amazing invitation suites). ... read more

    October 9, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Atlanta Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  15. Pink to the rescue

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    I'm a big Emergen-C fan (I've been drinking the delicious drink mix for years to help prevent colds) so I was excited to learn that the company has a new Emergen-C Pink lemonade flavor (about $8.99 for 30 packets) which will aid The Keep A Breast Foundation.... read more

    October 7, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  16. Local confections

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    Offering locally-made sweets to your guests as a wedding favor is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, and these gourmet treats by Chicago-based Katherine Anne Confections are surefire hit. ... read more

    October 3, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Chicago Favors & Gifts

  17. Wanna Hava Cookie? Yes we do!

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    Last week the sweetest package showed up on our desk (literally!) It was a shipment of whoopie pies from Wanna Hava Cookie and they were delicious.... read more

    September 30, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  18. New ideas for wedding party gifts

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    Looking for unique, thoughtful and affordable gifts to thank your wedding party? ... read more

    September 29, 2009 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  19. Paper wedding cake favors

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    There are lots of cakes out there-designer cakes, molten cakes, frosting-free cakes, special diet cakes-but this cake might be the cutest. Crafty Kauzi, a Seattle-based company, sells favor boxes shaped like cake slices; you can assemble them as a full cake (guests take a piece on the way out), or place at individual table settings. ... read more

    September 24, 2009 9:30 AM

    category: Brides Magazine Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  20. Where to find fab bridal party gifts

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    Finding the right gift for your parents, bridal party and each other is not so easy. You want to give a gift with meaning, something personal, not something that will get tossed in a drawer and forgotten. The new web site, CambriaCove.com, has a great selection of gifts for everyone in the wedding - including gifts for guests to give you and your groom.... read more

    September 22, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  21. Tote-ally inspired wedding goodies

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    You know when you stumble on a new shopping Web site and immediately bookmark it because you know you'll be coming back for more? That's how I feel about blogger's The Wedding Chicks' shopping site.... read more

    September 18, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  22. Gifting your guests

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    A thoughtful gesture: incorporating locally made treats into your out-of-town guests gift baskets. ... read more

    September 12, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  23. Creating a buzz

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    If you're looking for locally-made goodies to offer your guests as a wedding favor, consider made-in-Miami honey by The Fire Lady.... read more

    September 11, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida

  24. Custom illustrations of the bride & groom

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    Adding a photo of the happy couple to a save-the-date card, thank you cards or other wedding stationery items has been popular for quite a number of years. But why do what everyone else is doing when you can add a unique twist! Champagne Promises creates custom illustrations of couples and items that you can have printed on any type of wedding-related stationery and your wedding details.... read more

    September 9, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery

  25. For the fans

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    If your groomsmen are huge sports fans, here's a fun gift idea. Nokona, a Boston-based sporting goods brand, has just released a line of leather goods embossed with the logos of sports teams.... read more

    September 4, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Boston Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  26. New boutique alert!

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    Two of our favorite wedding vendors—Donna O'Brien, of Beautiful Blooms, and Kendall Brown of Eclatante Event Design—who often team up to create some seriously spectacular weddings have come together to open new brick-and-mortar home and gift boutiques across from each other on Liberties Walk. ... read more

    September 2, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  27. A lip-smacking treat

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    Looking for a favor or guest room gift that fits with the theme of a destination wedding and that your guests will want to use again and again? How about Cocktail Lip Balms?... read more

    August 31, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  28. Gifts that Give Back: Charity Water

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    Couples marrying next month still in need of favor ideas should check out this video from Charity Water about their September drive. ... read more

    August 29, 2009 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  29. Tote along

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    When putting together your guest room gifts don't overlook the container you place all the goodies in. We just learned about Map Tote, a company that designs eco-bags with maps of cities and regions.... read more

    August 26, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  30. Earth-friendly favors

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    For eco-minded brides, creating beautiful wedding favors can present a tricky problem: you want the gifts you hand out to look good, but you don't want to wrap them in packaging that will end up "decorating" your guests' trash cans. That's why I love these eco-favor box kits ($10.50 for three) from Twinkle Wrap.... read more

    August 24, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  31. Add some shimmer to your bridesmaids' looks

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    Brides are always emailing us for bridesmaid gift ideas that their 'maids will really be able to use again and I think we've found one that's both fabulous and affordable!... read more

    August 24, 2009 3:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  32. Joe to go

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    A trend we like: Offering take-home favors for guests to enjoy as they depart from the reception. One of my favorite "valet favor" ideas is a steaming cup of coffee for the drive home. ... read more

    August 23, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Cocktails, Menus & Catering Favors & Gifts Florida

  33. Personalized wedding invitation platter

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    I am so glad I came across this personalized wedding invitation platter by Museware Pottery at the gift show this week. ... read more

    August 19, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  34. Take them out to the ballgame

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    Is your groom a baseball fanatic? Does he play ball with his groomsmen? Is your dad the biggest fan ever? Forget the traditional cufflink or engraved flask gift and surprise the guys in your wedding with a handmade baseball by Bergino.... read more

    August 18, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts The Guys' Guide The Wedding Party

  35. Lovely lockets

    cosmicgirlthumb.gifI love the idea of incorporating a locket into your wedding day look. By putting a photo inside of loved ones who have passed on, you can provide a subtle but meaningful tribute.
    ... read more

    August 15, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Boston Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts

  36. Gifts for your girls

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    I love these earrings by Atlanta-based Sincear Jewelry. ... read more

    August 8, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Atlanta Favors & Gifts

  37. Do favors have to last?

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    We have a kitchen drawer full of miniature glass hearts, silver bells, and assorted wedding favors that we'll never use. So when we produced the favor story in our July/August issue, we edited out anything that seemed like a money-wasting trinket. ... read more

    July 27, 2009 9:30 AM

    category: Brides Magazine Favors & Gifts Flowers & Decorations

  38. Petite sweets

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    Based in Malvern, Pa, the team at Cupcakes Gourmet whips up a variety of (you guessed it) gourmet cupcakes for weddings and special events.... read more

    July 25, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  39. Bags for bridesmaids

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    If your bridesmaids are coming over to your hotel room or house to get ready pre-wedding, I like the idea of gifting them with a tote bag. That way, they'll have something cute to carry their belongings in for the getting-ready party.... read more

    July 25, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Atlanta Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts

  40. Nelle & Lizzy give great gifts

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    Nelle and Lizzy's rings and necklaces are the bridesmaid gifts you've been looking for.... read more

    July 24, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  41. Sweet treats

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    When it comes to favors, we suggest you skip the trinkets and instead give out some tasty treats at the end of the night.... read more

    July 21, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Houston

  42. Take the cannoli

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    With my wedding at the BLP fast approaching, I've been on the hunt for a Boston-themed gift I'll be able to give as a thank you to my friends and family who have done so make the day special. The answer came in the form of Mike's Pastry Fresh Cannoli Kit. ... read more

    July 20, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Boston Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  43. Goodies for your guests

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    If you're preparing welcome baskets for your out-of-town guests, we suggest you include a little something to help your guests relax as they settle into their accommodations.... read more

    July 18, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Chicago Favors & Gifts

  44. Give your favorite couple a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork

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    Need a unique wedding gift for one of your favorite couples? Check out JHill Design's line of gorgeous personalized city prints.... read more

    July 15, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  45. Two in one

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    It's always nice when items at your wedding can do double duty, like a centerpiece that's also a favor or a bouquet that's can also serve as an accent arrangement. That's why I was immediately drawn to these escort cards-and-favors-in-one by Somerville-based Almost Sunday Designs.... read more

    July 11, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Boston Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery

  46. Hello Kitty meets Jelly Belly

    Hello kittens. Everywhere I go, new Hello Kitty products just seem to find me.... read more

    July 10, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  47. Straight-Up Delicious Whiskey Pecans

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    Looking for a tasty and unexpected wedding favor? Look no further than these whiskey praline pecans.... read more

    July 8, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  48. A Warm Welcome

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    Our executive editor Amy Elliott has written several books and I recently attended the signing for her latest project, A Warm Welcome, at Abitare in Brooklyn. ... read more

    July 3, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Showers & Parties

  49. Which edible wedding favor find is your favorite?

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    Yesterday I checked out the Fancy Food Show in New York where I got to sample hundreds of different cheeses, chocolate and many other treats that you can have at your wedding and beyond. I also came across tons of cool edible wedding favors and wanted to see what you thought of them. ... read more

    July 1, 2009 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts I Will/I Won't

  50. Don't let your jewelry lose its luster

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    Lori Greiner jewelry boxes prevent your jewelry from tarnishing between 20 and 40 years. These stylish as well as practical boxes make great gifts for your bridesmaids or for yourself. ... read more

    July 1, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts

  51. Mix it up

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    Weddings and granola prove to be a surprisingly compatible mix with online site MixMyGranola. Brides are using the site, which allows you to customize your own organic granola using ingredients like goji berries, almonds and dried papaya to create special wedding mixes to include in welcome baskets or to hand out for guests to snack on during the ceremony.... read more

    June 30, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  52. Get personal with SIGG bottles

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    Eco-chic and personalized, SIGG bottles from CafePress make wonderful bridesmaid gifts.... read more

    June 25, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  53. Sin-free sweets

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    Inspired by Samuel L. Jackson's 10,000 bee wedding gift to Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds? This handcrafted Monastery Creamed Honey ($9.50) from online retailer Holy Orders is a perfect (albeit more low-key) way to add a sweet touch to your wedding.... read more

    June 22, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  54. Hello Kitty camera

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    Looking for a fun and functional flower girl gift? We love this Hello Kitty digital camera kit that comes with changing face plates. ... read more

    June 18, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  55. Totally sweet!

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    Etiquette of Chocolate is one of my favorite sources for wedding cake inspiration, but I recently discovered the Orange Park-based confiserie offers chocolate favors, too.... read more

    June 12, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida

  56. Double duty napkins

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    At the National Stationery Show last month in New York I came across these adorable ThemeNaps. They are stand up napkins made of 100% recycled tissue that act as tabletop decor.... read more

    June 10, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  57. Go back in time with D.L. & Co.

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    Take a step back in sweet-smelling time with these pocket-watch scents.... read more

    June 10, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  58. A gift for your very fair ladies

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    Give these hilarious hooded sweatshirts to your bridesmaids, and you'll surely make them smile!... read more

    June 3, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts

  59. Bride's best friend

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    If you're hoping to incorporate your furry friend into your wedding without having the little critter actually appear at the event, check out Fire Hydrant Press, a spin-off of InkSpot Workshop, one of our favorite Atlanta stationers. ... read more

    May 29, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Atlanta Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery

  60. The happy marriage of truffles and ice cream cones

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    If you love ice cream and chocolate truffles, check out these cute and tasty sweet treats.... read more

    May 26, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Cocktails, Menus & Catering Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  61. Are wedding favors required?

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    This week in our Brides.com Forums one bride wonders if it's okay not to give out favors.... read more

    May 22, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Brides are Talking Favors & Gifts

  62. A wedding song especially for you

    Ever wish you could put your feelings for your fiance to music? Well if you don't have the talent of the newest American Idol, Gregg Stewart of SpecialCustomSongs.com can help. ... read more

    May 21, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  63. A benevolent wedding registry

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    Every time your guests buy a gift off of your registry using Goodshop.com, a donation is made to your favorite charity. Suddenly, your wedding gifts are even more meaningful.... read more

    May 21, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Registry

  64. City sippers

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    I'm a fan of the Skyline Mug collection by Jessica Rust Designs.... read more

    May 14, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Chicago Favors & Gifts

  65. Local flavor

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    If you're thinking of including some Michigan-made products in your welcome baskets, be sure to toss in a bag of chips from Detroit's Better Made—your out-of-town guests will certainly appreciate a crunchy snack from this local institution.... read more

    May 12, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  66. A favor that make scents

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    If you're looking for a locally-made favor to offer your guests, try these beautiful lavender sachets from Peace Valley Lavender Farm, in Bucks County. ... read more

    May 10, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  67. Two-for Giftyboxes for Mom's Day

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    I've mentioned Giftybox before, but if you're new to the concept, here's the scoop: you buy a Giftybox, which lets you choose from more than 200 spa and wellness treatments (facials, massages, life coaching, and so on) at the venue of your choice. ... read more

    May 8, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  68. Get ready to dish

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    If you're looking for a guest book that you won't forget after the wedding day, you'll love these custom ceramic sign in plates from Younique Boutique.... read more

    May 6, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  69. Editors' picks for Mother's Day gifts

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    Mother's Day is this Sunday and we have a lot to thank our mom's for over this past year. Here are our top picks for gifts for your mom... read more

    May 5, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  70. Can't handle the cuteness

    Okay, so maybe this is a bit of a stretch, but I just can't help posting about these adorable note cards I found while browsing on Etsy. These breakfast-themed designs are from the Polka Dot Shop, based near Tampa.

    ... read more

    May 4, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida Invitations & Stationery

  71. Dylan Lauren's sweet tips

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    If you want your wedding to be a grand production but don't have the budget, remember that tiny flourishes like thoughtful candy will make the moment just as delightful. We employed the help of Dylan Lauren, daughter of Ralph Lauren and owner of Dylan's Candy Bar, a dessert outpost with locations in New York, Houston, and Florida.... read more

    April 28, 2009 11:30 AM

    category: Cocktails, Menus & Catering Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  72. Cute cups

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    I thought these cups from Georgia-based company Mud Pie were so cute and great for a bridal shower. ... read more

    April 24, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Atlanta Bridesmaids Cocktails, Menus & Catering Favors & Gifts Showers & Parties

  73. Glistening goodies

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    M&M'S are a long standing favorite to sweeten up any wedding in a colorful way, and these stunning shiners from My M&M'S Shimmer Collection create a new way to bedazzle your big day. As always the candies can be personalized with an etched illustration of the couple, as well as their name and wedding date, but now they are available in golden, platinum and pearl. ... read more

    April 21, 2009 1:30 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  74. Captivating calligraphy

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    I think addressing invitations with handwritten calligraphy is such a lovely touch, but there are other places in the wedding where calligraphy can be used. ... read more

    April 19, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA

  75. Brew crew

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    Beer enthusiasts will love the Saint Arnold Brewing Company in Houston. Saint Arnold is the oldest craft brewer in Texas, and they currently offer ten different kinds of beer. ... read more

    April 18, 2009 3:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Houston Showers & Parties The Wedding Party

  76. Diamonds are a (Little) Girl's Best Friend

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    Your flower girls will play a very important role on your wedding ceremony. To thank them for a job well done, don't' forget to buy each flower girl a special gift. While it's important to purchase an age appropriate present, remember that jewelry is a favorite among girls of all ages. Here are two of our favorite children's jewelry companies:... read more

    April 14, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  77. Sweet gifts for your 'maids

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    Looking for a sweet way to ask your friends to be your bridesmaids? The Flour Pot, a bakery in Philadelphia, bakes delicious sugar cookies in the shape of (bridesmaid) dresses and can attach a card with a note inviting your girls to be your 'maids.... read more

    March 25, 2009 12:00 PM

    category: Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts Showers & Parties Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  78. Off the cuff

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    I've already mentioned how much we at Brides Boston adore etsy.com, site for all things handmade and a great place to search for original wedding elements. I just stumbled across these handsome cuff links created from Boston subway tokens by Qa Create.... read more

    March 19, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Boston Favors & Gifts The Guys' Guide

  79. Mom to the rescue

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    If anything goes wrong on your wedding day, Mom will probably be the first person you turn to for help. This M.O.B Survival Kit will give her everything she needs to fix any bridal emergency. ... read more

    March 17, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  80. Clean up your act

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    For a locally-made favor that's entirely useful, check out the all-natural handmade soaps by Aspen Apothecary, in Colorado Springs. ... read more

    March 16, 2009 12:04 PM

    category: Colorado Favors & Gifts

  81. Florida flavor

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    Stuck on ideas for welcome basket fillers? Try some locally-grown citrus fruits—your travel-weary guests will definitely appreciate a sweet (and healthy!) snack. ... read more

    March 15, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida

  82. We'll drink to that

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    If you're assembling Philly-themed welcome baskets for your out-of-town guests, including a bottle or two of Hank's root beer is a no-brainer.... read more

    March 14, 2009 3:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  83. Liven up your luggage

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    Check out these cute, preppy luggage tags from Atlanta-based Anna Griffin. They would be a nice addition to a bridesmaid gift, particularly if your bridal party has to travel to reach your wedding destination. ... read more

    March 11, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Atlanta Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party Wedding Planning

  84. Simply fabulous

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    To me, personalized stationery is the perfect bridesmaid gift--thoughtful, useful, and slightly indulgent. ... read more

    March 8, 2009 3:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Philadelphia

  85. Favor spectrum

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    I understand the importance of a stylish presentation when it comes to wedding favors, and some of the most lovely packaging I've seen as of late comes courtesy of TCHO, San Francisco's newest chocolate manufacturer. ... read more

    March 1, 2009 3:00 PM

    category: California Favors & Gifts

  86. Build me up, buttercup

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    As much as I love Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, I just don't think they're chic enough to offer as a wedding favor. However, Ococoa, a Los Angeles-based chocolatier, creates gorgeous chocolate and peanut butter cups that are totally favor-worthy. ... read more

    February 24, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: California Favors & Gifts

  87. In a lather

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    If you're looking to give your guests a locally-made wedding favor, try these beauty bars by Naturally Naked Soap in Miami Beach. ... read more

    February 23, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida

  88. Fun for flowergirls

    For the flower girls (4 years old and over) on your gift list, toymaker Playmobil has added new features to its Wedding toy set. There's a new church and wedding pavilion, plus smaller sets such as a bridal couple with wedding cake and a newlywed convertible... read more

    February 19, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  89. Lovely luggage tags

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    Sail, jet or drive away in style with this luggage tag gift set by Lillian Rose. ... read more

    February 16, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Favors & Gifts

  90. Hip Bibles

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    If you love the tradition of keeping the Bible that you will use in your wedding ceremony forever, but don't want a standard one that doesn't represent you and your groom-to-be, take a look at these hip leather bound Bibles from Rock of Ages Press.... read more

    February 13, 2009 5:00 PM

    category: Ceremonies & Receptions Favors & Gifts

  91. Towel-icious!

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    Yes, this may look like a sweet strawberry cupcake, but—can you believe it—it's actually a towel! I was just as shocked as you probably are when I came across CocoPastry, an Etsy seller from Washington, D.C. that creates towels that are rolled up in the shape of desserts.... read more

    February 11, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts MD, DC and VA Showers & Parties The Wedding Party

  92. Bite-sized (and sweet) wedding favors

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    You can't go wrong with an edible wedding favor. It truly is the one favor that all of your guests can enjoy. But deciding what to give your guests and how to package them can be quite a dilemma. We suggest these bite-sized cookies from One Girl Cookies.... read more

    February 9, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts NY, NJ and CT

  93. Have a heart

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    Toy company Tedde (creator of off-beat, yet strangely appealing teddy bears) has just launched a new Puffy Hearts product line that would make perfect favors for a Valentine's Day-themed wedding.... read more

    February 9, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  94. Totally whipped

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    If you're looking for an edible wedding favor with a little attitude, look no further than these tattoo-inspired cookies from Philadelphia's Whipped Bakeshop. ... read more

    February 7, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  95. Gifts galore from Navy & Lavender

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    New gifting company Navy & Lavender has just launched their e-commerce site NavyandLavender.com that specializes in unique gifts for your wedding such as welcome totes, bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts and party favors. ... read more

    February 2, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  96. Bobbleheads that look like you

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    How cute would these custom bobbleheads be on the top of your wedding cake? The people over at HeadBobble can help you get your hands on one.... read more

    January 29, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  97. Break the ice

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    Awkward silences are the last thing any brides want at her reception. That's why I love these playful buttons from the Brooklyn-based Make'm Mingle.... read more

    January 28, 2009 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  98. Fanciful favors

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    This week in our Brides.com Forums everyone is talking about unique favor ideas.... read more

    January 23, 2009 9:00 AM

    category: Brides are Talking Favors & Gifts

  99. Mmm Michigan

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    I love the idea of incorporating some homemade goodies into your out-of-town guests' welcome baskets. If you're going the sugar cookie route, consider using a cookie cutter from The Copper Cookie Cutter Store. ... read more

    January 23, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  100. It's the balm

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    In the Fall/Winter 2008 issue of Brides Atlanta, we introduced you to Savannah Bee, a Georgia company that makes adorable honey favors. I also wanted to share how much I love their lip balms—made from 100 percent beeswax.... read more

    January 13, 2009 6:00 PM

    category: Atlanta Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  101. Grown-up teddy grahams

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    Growing up, Teddy Grahams were one of my favorites treats. So I was ecstatic when I came across these adult versions by Kron Chocolatier in Beverly Hills. ... read more

    January 13, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: California Favors & Gifts

  102. Made in Detroit

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    These iron-on felt patches from Made in Detroit are an awesome way to give the city a little shout-out during your wedding.... read more

    January 11, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  103. In the bag

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    Looking for a stylish way to package your wedding favors? Philadelphia-based company Something's Hiding in Here makes these super-cute miniature muslin bags that are perfectly-sized for a sweet treat.... read more

    January 8, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  104. Eye candy

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    To qualify as an awesome favor in my book, it has to be A) edible, B) stylish, and C) fun. ... read more

    January 3, 2009 4:00 PM

    category: California Favors & Gifts

  105. Tick tock

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    Everyone loves counting down to the New Year, but if you're like most brides, you're probably more focused on looking forward to different special date. That's why I love this Wedding Day Countdown Clock.... read more

    December 31, 2008 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  106. Cupcakes galore

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    New Jerseyans, rejoice! Crumbs Bake Shop, with their mouthwatering cupcakes, is coming to a city near you. They are opening a location in Westfield in December, and Hoboken and Ridgefield in January. ... read more

    December 30, 2008 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts NY, NJ and CT Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  107. Get it together

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    It's important to stay organized while you're planning your wedding, but if you're anything like me, being hyper-organized isn't easy. That's why I love the idea of treating yourself to cute notebooks, binders, and like - it will make getting organized a lot more fun. It's important to stay organized while you're planning your wedding, but if you're anything like me, being hyper-organized isn't easy. That's why I love the idea of treating yourself to cute notebooks, binders, and like—it will make getting organized a lot more fun. ... read more

    December 27, 2008 4:00 PM

    category: Atlanta Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts Wedding Planning

  108. The perfect present

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    It's the season of giving, and this week on our Brides.com Forums everyone is talking about unique present they are planning to give to their wedding parties.... read more

    December 26, 2008 2:00 PM

    category: Brides are Talking Favors & Gifts

  109. Gift of grooming

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    Looking for a great groomsmen gift, or even a holiday present for your groom-to-be? Visit Atlanta's new Grooming Lounge, which has a wide-array of gift options for guys.... read more

    December 7, 2008 4:00 PM

    category: Atlanta Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts MD, DC and VA The Wedding Party

  110. Tin-spiration

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    Inspiration comes in the most unlikely places. I recently came across these adorable tins featuring gorgeous, colorful Japanese patterns, by Houston-based Gamiworks. ... read more

    November 27, 2008 8:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts Flowers & Decorations Houston

  111. In good favor

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    Looking for a stylish way to package your wedding favors? Detroit-based Piping Hot Papers makes these super-cute Petal Boxes that are perfectly-sized for a sweet treat.... read more

    November 25, 2008 5:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  112. Winter treats

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    So I know it doesn't get that cold in Atlanta during the winter, but I still like the idea of giving guests a winter-themed favor for a wedding held during that season.... read more

    November 24, 2008 7:30 PM

    category: Atlanta Favors & Gifts

  113. Detail-oriented

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    I always think it's the little unexpected details that make a wedding really unique. And one of my favorite places to search for those special little extras is Bell'Ochio, a charming curiosity shop in San Francisco, that stocks beauty products, candy, antiques, patterned papers, and much, much more. Many of the items are perfect for weddings.... read more

    November 22, 2008 10:00 AM

    category: California Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  114. You'll flip for this

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    If you have fond memories of paging through animated flipbooks as child, you'll love PicFlips. The latest craze in wedding entertainment, PicFlips will put together a display at your reception and invite guests to step behind their camera and create a short video clip.... read more

    November 21, 2008 4:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Photography & Video

  115. Tastes as good as it looks

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    Check out this sweet idea! Sweets store Casue can immortalize your wedding dress in sugar with one of their custom cookies.... read more

    November 20, 2008 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  116. The sweetest state

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    I never thought I could get so excited about a simple cookie cutter. But this one shaped like the state of Texas from Ann Clark Ltd.? Now that's pretty awesome.... read more

    November 16, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Houston Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  117. Pride of place

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    Cufflinks are a go-to groomsmen gift, but why not make them a bit more personal? These cufflinks, created by New Jersey designer Sherry Truitt, are made from vintage maps.... read more

    November 15, 2008 4:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts NY, NJ and CT The Wedding Party

  118. Make a wish

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    Stumped about how to thank your bridesmaids? Abandon the "one gift fits all" idea and give your girls personalized presents through Wishwrap, a cunningly organized online store that allows you to pair gift with wishes.... read more

    November 11, 2008 12:05 PM

    category: Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts

  119. Pretty pendants

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    I'm always on the hunt for totally unique bridesmaid gifts so I was obviously psyched to find The Broken Plate Pendant Company, which is based in Baltimore.... read more

    November 8, 2008 4:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts MD, DC and VA The Wedding Party

  120. Wear your heart on your...

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    At a press even yesterday I just fell in love with this sterling silver "stream" necklace from RedStart Design. The design was inspired by the infinity symbol and the heart. ... read more

    November 7, 2008 9:45 AM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts

  121. Affordable favor tags

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    In the days leading up to your wedding day, a lot of DIY projects tend to fall by the wayside. A common casualty: favor tags. Save yourself the headache and enlist Philadelphia-based Corn Fed Studios.... read more

    November 6, 2008 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  122. Baked goods

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    One of my favorite bakeries, Baked, located in Brooklyn, just released a book titled Baked: New Frontiers in Baking.... read more

    October 29, 2008 6:00 AM

    category: Cocktails, Menus & Catering Favors & Gifts NY, NJ and CT

  123. Lovely shells

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    Whether you're getting married on the shores of Cape Cod or just have fond memories of summers at the beach, these seashell ornaments by Marshfield-based Scealu of South Shore make great favors.... read more

    October 26, 2008 6:00 AM

    category: Boston Favors & Gifts

  124. City-inspired accessories

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    We love the Chicago-centric jewelry available at the online shop Le Photique. Using photos, resin, acrylic, and sterling silver, photographer and jewelry designer Jacqueline Sourvelis crafts necklaces, bracelets, and earrings featuring the city's skyline, local landmarks, and "The Loop". ... read more

    October 16, 2008 6:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Chicago Favors & Gifts

  125. Sweet as candy

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    If you haven't yet visited Miette Confiserie in San Francisco's Hayes Valley district, you're in for a treat.... read more

    October 14, 2008 5:16 PM

    category: California Favors & Gifts

  126. Tub tea

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    The next time you have a moment for a nice relaxing soak, skip the bubble bath and toss in one of these handcrafted bath teas from Michigan-based artisan Chrissy Wilbee, owner of Boh Bon Soap Company.... read more

    October 13, 2008 6:00 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts Michigan

  127. Cute tee

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    When it comes to cute tee shirts, brides-to-be and their bridal party have a wide variety of options to choose from. From the crystal-studded to the super-chic (See: Lisa Tse's CAKE collection), there is something for everyone, with one notable exception—the mother-of-the-bride.... read more

    October 13, 2008 6:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Houston The Wedding Party

  128. Recycled cufflinks

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    These cool cufflinks, by Philly artist Jen Roder, are the perfect gift for brewsky loving groomsmen.... read more

    October 11, 2008 6:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Philadelphia

  129. Love... and school spirit is in the air

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    According to some university statistics, nearly 20% of former students who eventually tie the knot first found each other in college. With Masik Collegiate Fragrances, love and school spirit can be in the air at your wedding.... read more

    October 11, 2008 2:00 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  130. Sweet gifts

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    Engagement party, bridal shower, bachelorette party. There are quite a few events thrown in your honor before your wedding day rolls around - which means you'll have quite a few hostess gifts to buy.... read more

    October 11, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Chicago Favors & Gifts

  131. Custom-made pillows

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    I'm a big fan of the Chicago-based design-your-own handbag boutique 1154 Lill Studio where you can design a custom pillow of handbag for your bridesmaids.... read more

    October 9, 2008 6:00 AM

    category: Chicago Favors & Gifts

  132. Sweet flowers

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    We know the dilemma—you're searching for edible favors that are tasty, pretty, and unique. Look no further than LolliChocs, from DC-based company Art By Chocolate.... read more

    October 6, 2008 8:18 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts MD, DC and VA Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  133. Sweet baskets

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    Providing welcome baskets for your out-of-town guests is a thoughtful gesture, and including local elements makes them even more personal. Houston-based custom favor company creates beautiful, well-appointed welcome baskets with treats that match your wedding's location.

    ... read more

    October 5, 2008 6:36 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Houston Wedding Planning

  134. Stylish silver

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    Who says your bridesmaids' jewelry needs to be matchy-matchy? Instead, consider giving your 'maids accessories with a similar feel while keeping their individual style in mind.... read more

    October 3, 2008 6:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Atlanta Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  135. Chocoholic

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    It's my firm belief that chocolate is the best favor option out there—guests are pretty much guaranteed to love it more than some useless doodad. ... read more

    October 1, 2008 6:00 AM

    category: California Favors & Gifts

  136. Totally sweet!

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    Placing gift bags in the hotel rooms of your out-of-town guests is a great way to say "Thanks for making the trip!" We suggest you include some locally made goodies in addition to the standard bottled water and map of the area.... read more

    September 30, 2008 8:01 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Michigan

  137. No-bake cupcakes

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    On Friday, my friend Hungry Girl invited me to join her at a 1-800-Flowers cupcake event.... read more

    September 29, 2008 10:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Flowers & Decorations

  138. Your gown, miniaturized

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    Okay, these might be a little too cutesy for some, but others may find them just plain adorable. The Miami-based company Keepsake Concepts creates wedding dress "favors"—miniature gowns that are actually filled with Jordan almonds.... read more

    September 29, 2008 6:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida

  139. How sweet it is

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    I saw these chocolate gondolas as part of a dessert spread at an event for Vail Resorts a couple months ago, and thought they were so cute—each "gondola" is filled with different flavored chocolate truffles. ... read more

    September 28, 2008 5:42 PM

    category: Cocktails, Menus & Catering Colorado Favors & Gifts

  140. Get typecast

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    I'm a sucker for all things vintage, so my love for the adorable jewelry from Fairfax, CA-based What's Your Type? is a given.... read more

    September 28, 2008 7:58 AM

    category: California Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  141. Taylor made

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    It's practically our staff mantra: The best wedding favors are edible ones. Bonus points if said favors are locally made. Miami-based event planner Kimesha Wing has been baking delicious cookies for friends and family for years before starting up Taylor Made Cookies.... read more

    September 23, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  142. Pretty enough to eat

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    Guests always love edible favors, and these new MY M&M'S Faces are sure to be no exception. Upgrading your childhood favorite for the digital age, M&M'S now allows brides and grooms to print photo portraits on the chocolate candies.... read more

    September 17, 2008 9:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  143. Life after scent

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    It is always so sad when I have to throw away the beautiful bottles that my perfume comes in after I run out of the scent. Waterford must have felt the same way because when they launched their new fragrance Lismore.... read more

    September 12, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  144. Glamorous gaming

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    Ok, so you might not be a big video game buff, but the Nintendo DS Lite is a great little-known accessory for brides-to-be... read more

    September 12, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Registry The Guys' Guide

  145. Tile time

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    Pretty paper and cursive calligraphy is nice, but if you are really looking for something special to liven up your dinner table display, try these ceramic place cards from PlaceTile. ... read more

    September 1, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Ceremonies & Receptions Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery

  146. Say it in silver... or gold

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    I love these Sterling Sentiments bangles from Carolee LUX for bridesmaid's gifts.... read more

    August 29, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  147. Red delicious

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    As summer unofficially comes to a close, we say goodbye to seaside soirees and greet the fall affair. One of our favorite new trends of the season? Apples!... read more

    August 28, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Flowers & Decorations

  148. Take-home treats

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    Go-to cake connoisseur, Sylvia Weinstock, and luxury chocolate giant, Godiva, have teamed up to create the ultimate in individual wedding cakes that your guests can take home as favors... read more

    August 26, 2008 8:02 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  149. Send well wishes for gay marriages

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    Hallmark always knows the right thing to say for any occasion. One more celebration they are adding to their list? Same-sex marriages and commitment ceremonies.... read more

    August 22, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery

  150. Scrapbook suitcase

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    You have a book of wedding inspiration that has stuck by you throughout the whole planning process so don't stop now... read more

    August 15, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Planning

  151. Your bridal first aid kit

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    Don't leave home without this Hollywood Nights Evening Bag Essentials kit ... read more

    August 14, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts Wedding Dresses

  152. Preppy patterns

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    Summer is almost over, but I couldn't resist sharing this adorable bucket from the MacBeth Collection. The chic container is the perfect way to hold flip flop favors... read more

    August 12, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  153. Desserts with attitude

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    Don't let the name fool you. I found these chocolates, known as Ugly Truffles from Chocolate Gourmet, to be quite appetizing and presentable in their hand-rolled natural form... read more

    August 10, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  154. A new thank you card

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    Earlier this week I had a chance to chat with Viv & Ingrid co-designer Vivian Wang at the Accessories Show right here in New York... read more

    August 8, 2008 12:08 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  155. Scratch and win

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    Love the lotto? Bring the excitement of scratch-offs to your shower with PartyScratchers... read more

    August 7, 2008 8:03 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Showers & Parties

  156. Panty parties

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    Lolita of Designs by Lolita, a funky hand painted glassware company, says that every moment should be celebrated... read more

    August 6, 2008 12:02 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Showers & Parties

  157. Blooms in a bottle

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    Spray on the soft floral fragrance of Sarah Jessica Parker's new scent: Covet Pure Bloom... read more

    August 1, 2008 12:08 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  158. Tea and crumpets

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    When it comes to gifts for your bridesmaids, you definitely want to give your ladies in waiting the royal treatment. Thankfully, English luxury grocer Fortnum & Mason has opened an American Web site for its friends across the pond.... read more

    July 30, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  159. Be our guest

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    Sure, you've heard of Mindy Weiss's wedding planning book, but did you know that she also has a fabulous line of bridal gifts and products?... read more

    July 29, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Planning

  160. A favor with flavor

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    Vosges Haut-Chocolat immediately piqued my interest. Yes, I love chocolate, but I was really captivated by their exotic flavored truffles and candy bars and amused by its indulgent "how-to-taste-chocolate" instructions which are akin to tasting a fine wine... read more

    July 13, 2008 8:05 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  161. Fourth of July wedding favors

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    One of my favorite childhood memories is lighting sparklers on the Fourth of July. So I was excited to come across this festive favor idea from Broadway Paper. ... read more

    July 2, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  162. Princess Bubble (minus Prince Charming)

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    When "Princess Bubble" crossed my desk I wasn't sure what to think of it... read more

    June 29, 2008 8:06 AM

    category: Bridesmaids Favors & Gifts

  163. A fruitful favor

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    Forget chocolate covered candies. A new customizable childhood favorite is coming to town... read more

    June 27, 2008 7:57 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  164. So inviting

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    It's not only about office supplies and desk chairs. Staples recently launched a new line of stylish goods called M by Staples that ranges from chic paper clips to luxe travel gear... read more

    June 16, 2008 12:05 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Wedding Planning

  165. Cologne royale

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    I always have trouble finding great presents for my dad, so I was delighted to come across this Armani code limited edition fragrance just in time for Father's Day.... read more

    June 11, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts The Guys' Guide

  166. Behind the scenes of Sex

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    The fashion, the girls, the wedding—it's all covered in the new book, Sex and the City: The Movie... read more

    June 10, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  167. Colorful clips

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    I always love it when a couple adds a unique or personal element to their celebration, and these handmade clip magnets are a great way to add that extra special touch to your wedding.... read more

    June 9, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Flowers & Decorations

  168. When presentation matters

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    And when it comes to choosing chocolates as wedding favors, Anna Shea Chocolates do not disappoint. Anna's packaging happens to be as lovely and refined as the elegantly crafted, hand-painted Belgian and French chocolates she's known for.... read more

    June 7, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  169. Gifts for the girls

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    Anyone for Scrabble? These whimsical paper pendants from BiteSize Cards would make great gifts for your bridesmaids.... read more

    June 5, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  170. Down-to-earth dining

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    Wedding dress designer Monique Lhuillier has brought her exquisite designs to table (literally) with her recently launched line of dinnerware, stemware, flatware and gifts for Monique Lhuillier for Royal Doulton... read more

    June 4, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Registry

  171. Oh la la!

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    Our whole office fell in love with these delicious Parisian macaroons. Created by Paulette Koumetz and Hôtel Plaza Athénée pastry chef Christophe Michalak, the cookies come in unexpectedly mouth-watering flavors like violet cassis and Sicilian pistachio. ... read more

    June 2, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  172. A princess bride

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    Every bride has a natural glow—give yours an extra touch with these with new products from the Vera Wang Princess beauty line.... read more

    May 27, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  173. Ashlee Simpson's themed bridesmaids gifts

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    Ashlee Simpson took her theme to the extreme—even incorporating Alice in Wonderland into the gift bags that she gave her bridesmaids from Los Angeles boutique-to-the-stars Intuition... read more

    May 22, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Accessories & Jewelry Celebrity Insider Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party

  174. Fortunate favors

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    Remember when fortune tellers were all the rage back in third grade? These origami wedding favors are a sophisticated take on the grade school favorite. ... read more

    May 15, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  175. Birds of a feather...

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    Isn't it funny how you can find the best things right in your backyard? Well in our case it was just a few cubicles over. Brides.com staffer Heather Donahue may manage our projects by day, but she also has a budding craft business that includes beautiful handmade bird cake toppers.... read more

    May 14, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

  176. Like mother, like daughter

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    Still looking for that perfect Mother's Day gift? Inspired by the perfume her mother used to wear on special occasions, fashion designer Cynthia Rowley created her new Flower and Petal fragrances to celebrate the bond between mothers and daughters. ... read more

    May 6, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts

  177. Divine Chocolate favors

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    Mix-tape CDs (yes, I know I'm mixing eras here) are SO yesterday. Want to help someone while you celebrate? Here's a favor everyone can get behind: bars of Divine Chocolate, a fair-trade brand chocolate made from cocoa grown by Ghanian farmers.

    ... read more

    May 3, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  178. Try Blizzard's Bones for cute mint favors

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    Promote minty breath, find a wedding favor AND give to charity, all in the same cute package? Blizzard's Bones mints are just the ticket.

    ... read more

    April 27, 2008 8:02 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  179. Blush Bags—great gifts!

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    I have always joked about the when-donkeys-fly hardships of trying to find just the right gifts for your wedding attendants. Bridesmaids are hard enough, but for groomsmen? Nigh impossible. But now the joke's on me, because Blush Bags are in town. ... read more

    April 19, 2008 10:00 AM

    category: Beauty & Fitness Favors & Gifts Showers & Parties The Guys' Guide The Wedding Party

  180. Chic scents

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    Light up your new initials with a candle from Archipelago Botanicals' Monogram Collection. These hand-poured sox wax candles, set in a keepsake boxes, are topped off with a diamond-shaped glass knob—a perfect touch for every bride.... read more

    April 9, 2008 1:12 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts

  181. Sweet sushi

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    No, we are not telling you to wrap up your favorite candy bar in seaweed and cucumber. Suedy's Koo-Ki Sushi's delightfully realistic confections—made from premium chocolate, crispy rice cookies and candies—would be the ultimate favor or wedding party treat for an Asian-inspired affair.... read more

    April 6, 2008 3:16 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Wedding Cakes & Desserts

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