Elegant Shower Favors

As mentioned in a previous post, Elegant Shower Favors particpates in wedding expo’s and bridal shows. We enjoy talking with future brides and grooms and assisting them with picking the perfect favors and gifts for their weddings. At a recent expo we had some interesting questions from brides and grooms that we would like to share with you.

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1. One future bride asked ”Is it was customary to have a favor for every person who attends the wedding or can you give one favor per couple ?”

 Our answer : “It’s fine to give one favor per couple especially in these tougher economic times. We offer glass photo frame coaster favors, bottle stoppers, bottle openers,  letter openers that come in sets and make elegant and useful gifts for each couple.”

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2. A future groom asked ” What type of personalization can I get on gifts for my groomsmen ?

 Our answer : “We offer engraved and monogramed gifts where you can choose the style of script that you want to use and can add the groomsmens initials or first or last name to the gift.” ” We have beer mugs that can be engraved, lunch coolers can be monogramed, golf gift sets can be engraved, business gift sets that can be engraved”. “We work with a variety of wholesalers and some charge miniumal fee’s for engraving while others offer free engraving and monograms.” “Our product descriptions on our website will inform you if there is a fee for personalization.”

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3. Another bride asked “My fiance and I to are on a very limited budget and we want to give wedding favors to our guests, what types of favors can I give my guests while sticking to my budget ?”

 Our suggestion: “You could save lots of money by purchasing favors, such as coaster favors, bottle stopper favors etc that come in sets. We offer volume discounts on sets of favors and gifts. ” “You could  also order less favors by purchasing sets of favors and seperating  favors from their sets, for example we have some sets of  coaster favors where you get 4 coasters in one set, you could seperate the set and have four seperate favors out of one set.” “You could then use a decorative ribbon to wrap around each coaster favor.”

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4. Another question “Since your business is in Illinois and we live in Illinois can we save on shipping costs ?”

 Our Answer: ” We offer free shipping on all orders of favors and gifts over $100, and also hold raffles at bridal shows for discounts and on your orders”. ” You can also sign up for our Elegant News monthly newsletter which offers coupons and discounts on all purchases.”

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5. A mother of a future bride asked : ” Can favors be personalized with the names and date of my daughter and future son in law ?”

 Our Answer : ” Yes, you can personalize any favor or gift with personalized favor tags. You can coordinate the tag color and design with the wedding colors or theme.” “We have lots of options.”

At Elegant Shower Favors we price our favors and gifts affordably to fit any size budget and we are always looking for ways to help our wedding couples cut costs as much as possible so they can enjoy their speical day. Remember, cutting your budget doesn’t mean you have to lower your standards. Employ these money-saving suggestions from http://www.bellapictures.com/chicago so that you’ll be able to have the wedding you’ve always dreamed of, without the exorbitant cost.

Most couples who are planning a wedding envision a perfect day filled with the company of loved ones, complete with a beautiful ceremony and lavish reception. Unfortunately, the average cost of a wedding is $26,327, according to a 2007 survey by the Fairchild Bridal Group. The good news is there are many ways you can save and cut corners without anyone having to know. Here’s how

1. Bridal Gown

How much does a wedding gown cost these days? Well, that depends. If you’re like most brides, you’re probably going to spend at least $1000 on the dress. If you’re going for a designer gown, you’ll need to at least double or even triple your budget for a dress that falls into the couture category. In order to cut corners on the cost of a wedding dress, there are a few things you can do. Try purchasing a gown through one of the online retailers rather than a bridal shop. You can find numerous brand name picks at up to 40% off the normal retail price. Or consider having your gown custom-made. By going to a skilled seamstress, you can order the fabric from her at a discounted price and get the gown you envision. Depending on the style and embellishment of the dress you choose, you could end up spending about half the price you would if you bought the designer version.

2. Tuxedo

A tuxedo rental can run you about a hundred bucks, give or take a few dollars. One way to shave off some of the cost is by going with the group discount, especially if you’re coordinating with all the groomsmen. Many shops offer a freebie with a minimum number of rentals, but they don’t always advertise the reduction, so it pays to ask if it’s available. You can also go the coupon route. A number of the larger chain tuxedo rental shops offer coupon deals either through their online site or in newspapers, so check around to see what bargains you can find.

3. Wedding Ceremony

You have a lot of choices when it comes to sites for a wedding ceremony. Depending on your personal preference, you may choose a church, a garden, a historical building, or a country club. If you plan on getting married at a church, keep in mind that members often pay less in fees than non-members. Don’t forget to check with your accountant to see if you can get a tax deduction on your contribution to the church for the ceremony. If you’re choosing an alternate site for a wedding, consider a civic site such as a botanical garden or historical park rather than a privately owned venue. Typically, the rental fees are more affordable and the facilities are equally beautiful.

4. Reception

Whatever venue you choose, when you decide to get married will affect how far in advance you have to book and how expensive your wedding will be. Saturdays are naturally the most popular wedding days. Surprisingly, busy months do vary somewhat from state to state. The U.S. Department of Health cites that in Illinois, the months of June, September, and October are the busiest wedding months. If you can book your wedding during an off-peak day or time of the year, you can sometimes realize a sizeable savings in your wedding day budget. You can also save on your reception table favors by visiting http://www.elegantshowerfavors.com/weddingfavors.  Elegant Shower Favors is a customer oriented company. They price all their product affordably and offer Free Shipping for orders shipping within the USA.

5. Transportation

The wedding day typically calls for hiring out a stylish ride for the bride, groom, and wedding party. Usually, the transportation comes in the form of a limo to shuttle everyone from the ceremony to the reception site. You can save by eschewing the standard limousine companies. Go directly from your ceremony to your reception and hire a pick-up/drop-off limo car service without the three-hour minimum time requirement. Renting an alternative like a luxury car and having a friend or relative chauffer you can be a fun option that can be less expensive than a limousine rental.

6. Food

There’s no doubt that the menu you serve your guests will take up a hefty chunk of your budget — as much as nearly 40%. According to the book Bridal Bargains by Denise and Alan Fields, the average cost for the reception and catering is $9,286. To save money, there are a few options. You could have your reception at a venue that allows you to bring in an outside caterer. Typically, an outside caterer delivers quality food at a more affordable price than say, a hotel. You could also forgo the standard multi-course meal and go with an ethnic food instead. Serving Chinese, Mexican, or Italian cuisine is much more affordable than traditional wedding cuisine according to the Bridal Bargains authors.

7. Beverages

During weddings, alcohol flows and so do the expenses that come with serving it. In order to cut costs here, go through a major wholesaler like Sam’s Club or Costco and buy your own bottles in bulk. You’ll likely be able to save at least 50% in costs. If the reception site doesn’t allow you to provide your own, consider an alternative like serving a specialty alcoholic drink like a mimosa or apple martini as opposed to having an open bar.

8. Flowers

Flowers add to the romance and ambiance of any wedding, whether it’s during the ceremony or the reception. Save some money here by avoiding flowers that aren’t readily available locally and sticking with what’s in season. You can also rent filler plants to add greenery and create a more lush appeal to your wedding day décor. In general, flowers like hydrangeas, carnations, and gerbera daisies make great decorative pieces because they’re affordable and brilliant in color, so they stand out.