The tokens in bridal and wedding showers must settle with the set objective of the party. The way they are presented should not in any way contradict the rest of the setting or mood. When choosing the way to deliver the tokens consider the following; the decorations, the program, the status of the attendees, the cost of delivery and the space and time needed. Also consider other factors as furniture, theme, food and beverages, venue and should depict the individual style of the bride or the wedding. Ruined by the way it is presented. This can be compared to some very sumptuous food that is poorly garnished to give the wrong appeal to the diners.
The acquisition of the guests’ gifts is not enough; presentation will augment the aura of romance which is the basic atmosphere in these functions. Just like good garnishes, the favors should complement the event without distracting the center piece which happens to be the bride. The rewards should also be compatible with the party in ways as space occupied, cost, utilization and portability.
Another way is to give the guest their rewards as they enter the venue. A person can be given the task of ushering the guest at the door and giving each a gift. This can also be done by the venue security thus only the invited people enter and receive the rewards. In this method extra hand is needed and the wrappers can be a source of soiling as the guest yearns to see what they have received. It has the merit of enhanced accountancy for guests are confirmed by use of cards and a check list. The cross checking will also eliminate the chances of double issuance which is an extra cost to the couple.
It is also possible to give the guests their gifts at the end of the even as the walk out of the venue. The hostess stands at the door and personally issues the gifts to all those who attended. This could also provide a time for photos. In this method the party must be unified as in the time the guest leave lest the bride will be at the door for a long time. Accountability in this method is also high and little is lost but ample time must be created as it provides time for the guests to have contact with the bride.
Another way is to give the rewards as the guest leave at the end of the party. Here the hostess will stand by the door and to shake hands with the guests and personally thank them. This method makes the guests feel appreciated more. Also it ensures that no guest forgets the tokens at the table. The only disadvantage of this method is that it is not viable for parties where guests leave at will or where alcoholic beverages are served for different people will leave at different times.
The most important factors to consider when choosing which way to deliver the bridal and wedding shower favors are; the venue-size and location, cost of delivery, guests’ composition, time of the party as day or night, food and beverage on the menu, size of the gifts, items on the schedule and many other relevant factors.
