In most cultures the wedding favor is an important symbol, saying "thank you for coming". Here are some takes on the wedding favor from around the world.

Italy
Italians give chocolates or candy filled with almonds or almond paste.

Middle East
Wedding favor tradition is centered around the Jordan almond. A candy-coated nut supposedly representing both the bitter and the sweet of marriage.

Malaysia
The traditional wedding favor is painted, decorated eggs - a symbol of fertility for the couple.

Russia and Japan
Both favor the same kinds of favors: both cultures are known for leaving nice gifts like picture frames, bud vases, or sachets as thank-yous.

The Netherlands
Favor tradition includes "Bridal Sugar" - five pieces of Dutch sweet candy wrapped in tulle. Each piece represents the five wedding wishes: love, happiness, loyalty, prosperity, and verility.

Ireland
The chime of bells is thought to restore harmony if a couple is fighting, and remind them of their wedding vows. Giving a bell as a gift to guests has become an Irish tradition.

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