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What could I put in these gift bags at my wedding? (Just like the colour)

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Plin · 02/04/2025 16:26

I know it’s very style over substance. But I’m having an English-Sikh Punjabi fusion wedding. My fiance is of Indian origin and im trying to bring in more Indian elements to bring balance to the wedding.

I would like to put these bags out on our tables to add colour as I have gone quite understated with tableware/decor.

What could I put in them? I am totally stuck. Choc? Nuts? Dried fruit? Has to be cheap!

Running out of time!

What could I put in these gift bags at my wedding? (Just like the colour)
OP posts:
MotorwayDiva · 02/04/2025 16:44

Seeds.for people to plant, wild seeds to scatter

WhereIsMyLight · 02/04/2025 16:44

I really hate sugared almonds!

If there’s a snack/sweet you both like, say jelly beans, I’d put those in. Otherwise chocolate coins.

Have you considered what you’re going to do with all the ones behind though? They’re a cute bag but there comes a point that you don’t want to take another wedding favour home. I think there might some left on the tables. Would you be upset if a large amount are left on the tables after the wedding?

Acc0untant · 02/04/2025 16:40

Sugared almonds are dated as a favour in my opinion, I remember my mum telling me she had them in the 80s.

I love the idea of chocolate coins though!

Wingedharpy · 02/04/2025 16:39

Stuff 'em full of £20 notes OP and everyone will agree that yours was the best wedding they' ve ever been to. 😉
Lovely bags.

Emmadaily · 02/04/2025 16:38

The bags are so lovely OP.
Some good suggestions here
Have a wonderful happy wedding day .x

Kingsleadhat · 02/04/2025 16:37

AirborneElephant · 02/04/2025 16:36

You could go with spices or silk bangles / jewellery if you want to continue the Punjabi theme. Otherwise sugared almonds or mints would be great.

Lovely idea

AirborneElephant · 02/04/2025 16:36

You could go with spices or silk bangles / jewellery if you want to continue the Punjabi theme. Otherwise sugared almonds or mints would be great.

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 02/04/2025 16:36

Traditionally it's sugared almonds.

Timeforaglassofwine · 02/04/2025 16:36

I love the bags BTW.

Timeforaglassofwine · 02/04/2025 16:35

Sweets - 5 sugared almonds are traditional in British weddings. Disposable cameras - you might be able to get freebies? Breath mints is a good idea!

Original poster
Plin · 02/04/2025 16:32

OrsolaRosso · 02/04/2025 16:31

Are they one per table or per guest? Size is not clear.

One per guest.

OP posts:
FeministUnderTheCatriarchy · 02/04/2025 16:31

Breath mints. Everyone wants a mint at weddings with all the hugging and talking close together over loud music etc

You can even get personalised mints if you want to spend a bit extra but it isn't necessary.

OrsolaRosso · 02/04/2025 16:31

Are they one per table or per guest? Size is not clear.

ItsAWonderfulLifeforMe · 02/04/2025 16:30

Chocolate coins, or other wrapped chocolate such as ferrero rocher, or sweets (all allergy dependent!!)

WorriedOnion · 02/04/2025 16:29

Sugared almonds?

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