For many centuries wedding favours have been a part of traditional wedding ceremonies, across a wide range of cultures. Initially wedding favours were an extravagance at celebrations hosted by European upper classes, who had the wealth to provide elaborate gifts to guests. The early wedding favours began as small fancy boxes, known by their French name of bonboniere. A bonboniere was fashioned of crystal, porcelain or gold and often encrusted with precious stones. The delicate boxes were meant to hold bonbons or other confectionery delicacies, at a time when sugar was quite expensive. Sugar was also highly valued by all, as it was believed to have medicinal benefits.As the price of sugar decreased these favours became accessible by those of more modest means

As sugar became more affordable, bonbonieres were replaced with almonds. For centuries, almonds were commonly distributed to wedding guests to signify well wishes on the bridegroom’s new life. In the thirteenth century, almonds coated with sugar, known as confetti, were introduced. Confetti soon transformed to sugared almonds, which later evolved into the wedding favor for modern day weddings. Traditionally, five Jordan almonds are presented in a confection box or wrapped in elegant fabric to represent fertility, longevity, wealth, health and happiness. The bitterness of the almond and the sweetness of the coated candy exemplify the bitter sweetness of a marriage.

crystal net bonboniere

polka dot crystal net

double heart net

glittered polka dot net

lace edge net

zig zag edge lace net

We have a huge variety of bonboniere available - there is a choice of design available in a wide range of colours & we can match flowers both by variey and colour. Let us know what you'd like and we'll be happy to give you a quote. There is also a choice of fillings - the most popular are sugared almonds, chocolate dragees or heart shaped truffles but it's your day and more modern options include Love Hearts, skittles, M&M's,Minstrels & chocolate coins. Every bonboniere can be personalised with your wedding details or can contain a message from the bride and groom - for no extra cost. Each of our traditional handcrafted wedding favours are finished to the highest of standards and always our attention to detail sets us apart. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU'D LIKE AND WE'LL QUOTE YOU THE BEST PRICE POSSIBLE - DISCOUNTS WHEN ORDERED WITH A STATIONARY PACKAGE.