As you tackle your seemingly never-ending to-do list as your wedding day approaches, the huge considerations like wedding venues, attire and other services will surely take up most of your time. However, as soon as the major facets of the celebration are in place, guest accommodations should be at the top of your list. After all, many of your family and friends are coming in from all over the country, so welcoming them in style will get your event started off on the right foot.
Wedding welcome bags have become extremely popular among wedding planners, and this is a fabulous opportunity to make a great first impression and make your celebration all the more memorable. Here are a few ideas to help you get started.
1. Be inspired by local flair
When your guests arrive, there’s a good chance they’re going to want to know a little bit more about the place they’re visiting, so this can be a good jumping off point for your welcome bags. For instance, if you’re holding a beach wedding, play up that waterfront vibe with flip-flops, towels and beach hats. Adding a few snacks from local vendors, maps of the area and a list of must-see attractions are great starting points that are sure to be a hit with your guests.
2. Sports theme
If you and your significant other are huge sports fans and your wedding will be held in friendly territory, use that as a backdrop for your welcome bag. Include a few bottles of water with your team’s logo, a few snacks that you could find at a ballpark and maybe throw in a few inexpensive tickets to a minor league game in the area. This will surely put a smile on the faces of any sports fans in attendance!
3. Choose a color motif
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to give your welcome bag a streamlined appeal, stick with a color that will be a consistent theme throughout your wedding weekend. For instance, if orange will be a chosen hue, give water bottles customized labels, throw in a few oranges, orange candies and all the necessities. Finding the right mix of style and substance should be your aim with your wedding welcome bags, so outline what your guests will really need beforehand and then give it your own decorative twist!
