13 Unique Wedding Favors That Won't Get Left Behind
Take it from someone who’s been to A LOT of weddings.
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In 2026, it’s not rude to skip the wedding favors—at least, that’s my opinion as someone who’s attended a dozen weddings in the last two years. Still, it’s nice to give guests a small token that says “thank you” for attending your special day. Personalized wedding favors are also a fun way to remember the day, whether it’s a fridge magnet your guests will see everyday or glassware they break out for special occasions.
Some cute favors, like custom can coolers or wooden hand fans, will even elevate the day—guests can pose with them for pictures, then take them home at the end of the night. You can even give away tabletop decor, like succulents or flower-shaped candles at every plate. The trick is finding a favor that isn’t tacky. Luckily, these are picks are sold in bulk and are cute and useful, so guests won’t leave them behind.
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Coozies are a fun addition to a wedding—especially if your guests will be drinking outside in the sunshine. Choose from nine designs and 47 colors, all personalized with your names and wedding date.
If it’s edible, I’m never leaving it behind. Fill clear bags with your favorite snacks, then add these cute stickers. You’ll get 120 stickers for $10, but have to buy everything else separately.
I’ve received a lot of custom matchboxes, but they’re always adorable—and actually useful at home. Minted offers an array of trendy styles, allowing you to personalize with your names and wedding date.
For an outdoor ceremony, decorative fans can elevate the event—leave them on every seat. These pretty sandalwood fans include a “thank you” tag.
Personalized glassware is a fun keepsake, because guests can break it out at future celebrations. Engrave these shot glasses with the year and your new shared last name.
If you and your fiancé are golfers, these personalized golf balls are so chic. Choose from four designs and 20 different fonts. You guests can use them on the course or hold onto them as a keepsake. Note: They are on the pricey side, 24 balls costs $42.
Use these mini succulents as tabletop decor, then encourage guests to bring them home at the end of the night. You’ll also have to invest in ceramic pots in bulk or decorative grow bags.
Give your guests a pack of tissues ahead of your ceremony, in case they shed a few tears. This tiny gift also thanks your guests for coming.
Send guests home with a sweet treat. There are nine different chocolate wrapper designs, so you can find one that best matches your color palette and aesthetic.
Arrange these beautiful peony candles as part of your tablescape, then encourage guests to bring them home. The cozy scent has notes of bright citrus, black cherry, amber, sugar, and plum heart.
Once they put this magnetic bottle opener on their fridge, your guests will always remember your special day. It can be customized with a portrait of you two, a pretty landscape, or just your names—there are 30 different designs in total.
Send your guests off with a personalized tin of mints. You can add up to three lines of text.
I’ve been seeing these custom plastic cups more often, and they’re always fun to drink from throughout the event. Guests can bring them home as a fun memento.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) leads Good Housekeeping’s gift guide strategy. She writes and edits commerce content, where she analyzes lifestyle trends, shopping data, and works closely with the Good Housekeeping Institute to recommend top-tested products. Previously, she was the associate lifestyle editor for GH and wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, BobVila.com, and Unique Homes Magazine. When she’s not tracking down buzzy products, you can find her walking her dog, Skye, around Jersey City.
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