Guest gifts for your wedding: 20 creative, local ideas for every budget
In the subtle art of celebrating love at your wedding, the guest gift represents a personalized signature. A gift filled with gratitude and appreciation.
To mark this memorable day and win the hearts of your loved ones, offer a creative and original keepsake. At the same time, instill your deepest convictions: eco-responsibility, purchase of products made in Canada or Quebec, personalized message.
How much should I spend on a guest gift?
The price of a gift for a guest can easily cost less than $10, or over $50 or more. The amount will depend on the number of guests and your budget. Today, the average cost of a wedding is between $30,000 and $45,000. Your guest gift is part of the list included in the last 30% of the total budget.
Your objective should be intent rather than value. Don’t hesitate to accompany your gift with a sincere, authentic message. This personal touch, not to be underestimated, allows you to express in words what the gift itself represents.
Would you like to highlight the role of certain loved ones? Allocate your budget to different sections:
- Your witnesses
- Your bridal party
- Your parents and guests of honor
- Your colleagues
- Your other relatives
- Your children
Gift sets can be reserved for the first 3 categories. After that, it’s up to you to personalize the other attentions according to the group of guests.
Quebec boutiques to encourage local artisans
Are you familiar with the various gift boutiques in Quebec? Here are a few suggestions to help you select original and creative options. They all include options starting at less than $10 (except Boutique O! Panier) and gift boxes. Prices range from $25 to over $150.
- SHOP moi ça offers a wide range of gift sets and a la carte items from local artisans. It offers the option of a video message with QR code. An ingenious idea for reaching out to your loved ones.
- Signé local lets you store by budget, by gift idea or by section (food, skincare, home, clothing and accessories).
- La Gourmande boutique offers a wide range of local products and a fine grocery section.
- O! Panier is the perfect choice for gourmet or relaxation gift sets.
- Écolocado, an award-winning boutique in La Presse, Noovo, Elle Québec and Véro. A place for zero-waste or simply eco-friendly ideas.
If you prefer to shop without regard to provenance, the Mariage déco Belle Nuance boutique features over 1,000 gift ideas for every wallet. Sections are divided into over 35 categories.
Gift ideas for $10 or less for your guests
- Cidrerie du Mino – small bottle of Sparkling Apple Must
- Maple syrup – small bottle from Érablière Gilles Parent et filles
- Fragrance powder for vacuum cleaner Lemon & sage
- Individual cocktail bombs
- Stain-removing soap bar for laundry
- Groom or Chocolat lip balm from Savonnerie des Diligences
- Kitchen bar soap – The perfect excuse to eliminate strong, unpleasant hand odors (onion, garlic, fish).
- Caramel trio from La Lichée
- Food Crayon cooking sauce bar (Indian, Spanish, Moroccan, Mediterranean or Tex-Mex)
Gift ideas from $11 to $25
- Moisturizing oil for ladies, beard oil for gentlemen
- Shower steam cube for an aromatherapy-enhanced relaxation area
- Reusable ecological make-up remover wipes
- Coffee syrup – Chai spiced latte
- Cocktail syrup – Cornflower Lavender
- Ice cider or champagne jelly – Little Red Riding Hood
- Black garlic salt from Sel Saint-Laurent
- Set of 4 bamboo straws – DulceBee in elegant fabric bag
- Flavored rum preparation kit
- Personalized Zipo lighter
- Sul’bord d’la 20 game – Bilingual version for discovering Quebec (Signé local boutique)
Beyond these prices, you can easily find elegant gift sets. Whether for the lady or the gentleman, or distributed by couple. Depending on the boutique, you can personalize your choice of items.
In conclusion: intention will always be the key to a marriage
Guest gifts are not obligatory. If you choose to give one, make sure it reflects your values and intentions. It represents a gesture of recognition and sharing. In some boutiques, you can buy only small boxes and find the gift you really want to put inside.
Happy shopping!
