Celebrating Weddings and New Beginnings
Weddings are a big-time occasion for celebration; for not just the couple but also for all the people, friends and families close to them. It marks a new beginning in their lives, the start of so many new relationships all at once. So it is likely that you have already put in weeks of time and effort in making this day special for everyone, and, for the two of you as well. From the theme of the wedding to the dress collection to the food menu to every little detail, you might already have it all sorted. However, have you found the perfect wedding bag for guests? If not, don’t worry, we have you covered!
Finding the Perfect Bag for Guests
Finding the perfect wedding bag is a task. There are so many things to consider like the design, colour and even the style. The material of the bag is also something you should think about. You need to also know the number of things (and their size) that you want to put in the bag to help you choose the size of the bag. All of this is important in finding the perfect bag for your guests at the wedding. To help you, we have listed below the top 3 things that make the perfect wedding bag for guests –
It Should Be Elegantly Designed
The bag should, of course, be beautiful and elegantly designed; it is not every day that you are celebrating your wedding. Don’t go for bags that are funky or quirky (unless that is the theme of the wedding or just how you both identify each other). Pick bags that designed in an intricate way. There are several types of designs, colours, and styles that you can pick from.
It Should Speak for the Couple
Most of all, the bag should speak for the couple. It should be something that is calibrated according to your taste and preferences. You can also make the bag go well with the entire theme of the wedding, for example, if gold and red are the colours that have majorly been used in the decorations at the wedding then you can find a bag that reflects the same colours, design and style.
Guests Should Be Able to Use it Again
The best thing that you can do is to find a bag that has some sort of utility later as well. Don’t settle for bags that are more of use and throw; it is a sheer wastage of resources. You have a lot of bag options (like the ones made of jute) that can be re-used again. It would also be a sweet reminder of your wedding celebrations for all the guests.
Top 10 Wedding Bags for Guests
Have you been looking at samples of wedding bags for guests? Are you more confused than ever? Well, it is not just you; the overwhelming number of choices available nowadays is sure to make anybody more confused than ever. There are so many colours, designs and styles to choose from and on top of that, you have the option to personalise the bag as well. Hence, to make your task easier, we have listed out the top 10 trendiest wedding bags for guests –
QTM Single Packing Transparent Saree Storage Bag
One of the things that almost every Indian wedding has as a giveaway for the women members of the family is sarees. There are dozens of people who are gifted sarees on this auspicious occasion. If you have something like that planned too then you can consider this set of 6 saree pouches available on Amazon for just Rs.453. The pouch is transparent so that the saree is visible but also has a strip of designing on the top to give it a trendy look. You can also get a set of 12 or 24 pouches.
FashBlush Multicolor Shagun Gift Party Pouch (Potlis)
Many wedding gift bags contain small portions of dry fruits (like almonds, cashews, and walnuts) or small things like accessories and more. In case you plan to add something like that to the wedding bags that you are giving away to the guests at your wedding, then do check out these beautiful gift potlis on amazon.in. Priced at Rs. 649 for a set of 12, you will find them to be bright, colourful and very elegantly designed.
Silk Clutch with Embroidery
If you want something very grand and beautiful (maybe for some of your close friends and family members at the wedding) then you can check this beautiful silk clutch bag which can also serve as a wedding bag for some guests. It is available on Flipkart for Rs. 899 and has intricate designing in the form of embroidery done on it while the handles of the bags are made of strings of beads. This bag could also be a gift in itself for the guests at the wedding; you can also see other available designs.
Personalised Wedding Bags
If you do not want to settle for any available designs or you really just want a bag of your own, one that is personalised to be the bag of your wedding only, then check out the basic personalised bag collection available on Packing Supply. Starting at Rs. 3.80 per piece (that is per bag), they offer serene white colour bags which can be customised with your initials or names and the date of the wedding.
Spiritual Wedding Bags
If you are one of the people that lean more towards the spiritual side then you might find this set of spiritual weddings bags very well suited for your wedding. Available on Amazon for Rs. 358 only, the bags are in shades of white and pink with a picture of the god and goddess on one side and there is space on the other side for you to write down any kind of details, like, names or dates.
Generic Pouches Gift Bags
Available for Rs. 289 only on Amazon, this set of 10 jute pouches is a great idea for a wedding bag addition. You can put chocolates, sweets or even dry fruits in it. The best part is that this bag is also very eco-friendly and can be re-used again as well. The rustic and vintage look of the bag will add charm to the entire wedding giveaway for the guests.
Custom Printed Wedding Bags
Are you looking for custom wedding bags but something more than just personalising with names and dates? Well, then this wedding bag option from Packing Supply is just what you need. They offer completed customised wedding bags where you can select the colour, design, and style of the bag yourself. You can also add images, text, and dates as well. The pricing starts at Rs. 7.02 per bag.
Wedding Bags from Parekh Cards
This one is a favourite among people looking to add a touch of sophistication and elegance to everything. Available at Rs. 70 from Parekh Cards, these bags are crafted out of very fine quality Cream Pearl (Shimmer Finish) Card Stock, with golden rope used as handles. They are designed with patterns of the initials, names, and dates which can be customised.
Handmade Paper Bags
This set of 10 bright, colourful handbags in assorted colours (like orange, yellow, purple and more) are a perfect choice if you don’t want to go for personalised or customised bags. They are big and spacious and can hold quite a few things. The best part is that they are made of handmade paper and have a classic look and feel to it. The paper is also textured so they don’t look too simple or plain but they also have little designing on them to not look too stylish. The bags have matching handles on them as well made with colourful ropes. This is available on Amazon for just Rs. 549 only.
Kolorfish Envelopes
One thing that every Indian wedding needs is a stack of envelopes; there are dozens of occasions where envelopes need to be given to family and relatives on both sides. You can consider these set of 5 beautiful Red And Golden Envelopes with rope and tassels on the end. The packet (a set of 5) is worth Rs. 539 only. This is could a really nice addition to the wedding bag as well.
How to Make the Perfect Wedding Bag for Guests?
Choosing a wedding bag that is elegant and suited to the couple’s tastes and preferences is a task in itself, however, another important thing is to understand what all things to put in the bag. You might want to add so many things in the bag which is, however, not possible. And at the same time, you cannot simply just give any random thing as well. It needs some thought, time and effort to finally figure out what all to put in the gift bag. See below the list of top 3 things that can make the perfect wedding bag for guests –
Add Something Traditional
Even though we have all strayed away in some way or the other from our traditions and even marriage ceremonies have become so much more like the present, modern times; it is a beautiful time to again reconnect with our traditional and cultural side. Add something traditional in the bag for the guests as well. For example, add a box of Indian sweets like ladoo or katli instead of cake. This would be a nice ode to your traditional roots. If you both hail from different cultures then you can add one thing from each of your hometowns to make it special!
Add Something Modern
While you bring the traditions and culture to the forefront, you can also consider adding something a bit more modern for the guests that are looking for the same. A small box of assorted chocolates is a really good and evergreen option that almost everybody would love. You can also get customised chocolates made that are shaped in the way you want (like, maybe, in the shape of your initials). You can select from a range of chocolate flavours – milk, dark, white or more.
Put a Handwritten Thank You Note
This one is a show stealer. There is nothing more personal than a handwritten note that expresses how you feel and shows your gratitude to the people. You can add a small, personalised handwritten note to say thank you to every guest that attended your wedding and added more colours to the celebration. People will truly feel valued and appreciated at this.
Bonus Tip: Know When to Let Go, and Relax!
Remember, come what may, this is the most special day for the two of you. And, also remember, that you can take all the efforts to make everything perfect yet something might go wrong or someone will still not like something. There will still be that one person who will not like the gift bag or the sweets or chocolates (or even the couple, for that matter). Just relax and enjoy the day, throw all caution to the wind. It is your day and you should enjoy it to the fullest!
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Wedding bags
Wedding welcome bags are essentially a goodie bag for out of town guests. A great way to say, "Hello, we're happy your here!" and the perfect little thank you for making the journey to your wedding. It can also contain information about your celebration and the perfect place for putting any area info if you're having a destination wedding.
Surprise your out-of-town guests by having the welcome bags waiting for them in their rooms. It'll be the first thing they see when they walk through the door and is sure to instantly make them feel right at home.