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  • Posted on June 11, 2009 at 10:00 pm

Asian-Inspired Wedding Favor Ideas

By Jnet, executive summarized by Andromeda.


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Just like other continental weddings, Asian weddings are also detailed and grand events to celebrate marriage. Often, it includes colorful customs, refined decorations, stunning wedding outfits and a lot of merrymaking. If you plan to have an Asian-inspired wedding, you have to make sure that everything is properly organized and that there’s none that goes wrong. There are so many details to be looked into to ensure that everything will function smoothly. And because of this, little things are often missing out. Tiny details shouldn’t be taken lightly, wedding favors in particular. These favors are traditionally to the wedding guests as a sign of appreciation and to easily commemorate the event. So because you will have an Asian wedding, your wedding favors should be Asian-inspired as well. Here are some great Asian-inspired wedding favors to choose from.

“Chinese Tapestry” Votive Candle in Silken Pouch with Tassels. These elegant “Chinese Tapestry” Votive Candles are a beautiful accent for your wedding reception or bridal shower tables, adding a sophisticated touch to any Asian-themed event! Your guests will cherish this thoughtful token of your appreciation. These rich votive candles will add a warm glow to their hearts and lives. Each deep-red candle is presented in an elaborately designed, red-and-black Chinese tapestry pouch, accented with vibrant red organza tied with a matching “double-happiness” tag and red braid ending in two large, gold-thread-trimmed tassels. This visually stunning favor will dazzle your guests, and it’s surprisingly affordable, too.

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  • Blue Bamboo Sake Cup Favors.

The sharing of sake – Japanese rice wine – is a traditional Asian wedding ceremony that symbolizes a formal bond between the bride and groom, and these attractive porcelain sake cups are a lovely way to share the ceremony with your guests. Whether actually used for sake or as Asian inspired table décor these Blue Bamboo Sake Cup Favors add an elegant finishing touch to your wedding reception or rehearsal dinner. For table decoration, group several in the center of the table and fill them with living bamboo. Encourage each guest to take one home as a token of your gratitude for adding to the joy of your wedding. Alternately, place a tea light candle in each cup for a subtle glow at a nighttime event.

  • Simple White Sake Cup Favors.

Versatile and elegant, these Simple White Sake Cup Favors are simply sophisticated, an attractive way to share a traditional sake ceremony with your guests. Since the 8th century, the Japanese sake ceremony has symbolically united the bride and groom. These authentic sake cups, made in Japan, boast a minimalist design, easily accommodating any décor. For your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, or for an Asian inspired bridal shower, fill these versatile sake cups with tea light candles, candy or living bamboo and group them on tables as take-home centerpieces. The effect will be unforgettable, and your guests will appreciate your kind consideration and your good taste.

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These are only few of the finest Asian-themed wedding favors you may consider. Search for a wide variety of eye-captivating favors online. Most online stores have different choices of themed wedding favors according to your choice from continental-themed favors; seasonal-themed favors to even unique personalized favors that you never thought are existing.

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Wedding Ideas

  • Posted on June 8, 2009 at 7:31 pm

Top 10 Colors For Your Wedding This Year

By Louise Jarman, executive summarized by Andromeda.


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Wondering what color to go for as part of your wedding theme? Take a look at our quick run-down of colors this year’s brides are choosing.

1. Ivory

The most popular color so far this year is that firm favorite ivory. There was a time when only the bride would appear in this most beautiful of wedding colors but now the theme has extended to favors, flowers and bridesmaids.

2. Pink

Has featured as a prominent color for bridesmaids for years; it’s just the shade that keeps changing. Watch out for very soft pinks this year.

3. Black

Black has been bubbling under for a while. This is now a very popular color with many brides choosing to dress their bridesmaids in sophisticated black evening dress. Cool, gorgeous and very wearable.

4. Orange

The surprise sensation this year, brides are looking for more vibrant colors to match their sunny wedding themes.

5. Blue

Ice blues are continuing to be a very popular choice for brides. It’s understated and fabulous for those brides who like to keep the more girly hues to a minimum.

6. Gold

It’s still a classic. Gold is so versatile and great for brides who are happy to keep colors neutral. Opulent and vibrant, it’s a great color for such a great occasion.

7. Lilac

It’s an old favorite that keeps on going. This gorgeous shade is restful and calming which should help the bride if she has any last minute nerves.

8. Green

It’s so fresh and invigorating, green is another colour which is great for brides seeking a neutral color palette. A green and ivory combination is fabulous for flowers and favors alike.

9. Silver

So appealing to many brides, it adds sparkle and glamour to any wedding party.

10. Red

Red is such a positive and romantic color that it is not surprising that it continues to remain in the top 10. It can be used sparingly for splashes of passion or used in abundance for the most sumptuous of themes. It can be used in its most pure crimson form or as more subtle burgundy tone.

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