Italian Wedding Favours

Also known as bomboniere, Italian wedding favours are traditionally little bags or boxes with small gifts inside of them. The gift can be anything at all, but tradition dictates that there should also be either three or five confetti, known in the English speaking world as Jordan Almonds.

These sweets represent the supposed "bittersweet" nature of marriage, and must always come in odd numbers for good luck, as this represents the indivisibility of the union between the couple. Bomboniere are also given at other important events in Italian life, including graduations, christenings and wedding anniversaries.

These are sweet little favours that are perfect for both traditional and non-traditional weddings as they can be dressed up and decorated in any way you want. If you plan on getting married in Italy then they are particularly apt!

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