Wedding bomboniere are a small thank you to the guests who share your day. It is a keepsake to take home and remember the celebration by. At Sugared Almond Boutique we have been part of weddings across Australia for years, and our sugared almonds sit at the heart of it all.
Whether you want us to create your favours or you would prefer to put them together yourself, you will find everything you need here.
Why sugared almonds are a wedding tradition
Wedding bomboniere are traditionally made with five sugared almonds, one for each wish for the couple: health, wealth, happiness, fertility and a long life. Five are given because tradition says that an odd number cannot be divided, just as the couple cannot be divided. The sugar coating carries a wish that married life will be more sweet than bitter.
It is a small tradition with a lot of meaning, and one your guests will recognise the moment they see it on the table.
Wedding bomboniere styles
Choose a style to suit your theme, your table and your budget:
- Gold Ring Bomboniere – displayed in a delicate gold ring, five sugared almonds are wrapped in white organza and finished with a ribbon and personalised tag.
- Ivory Slimline Organza Pouch – five sugared almonds presented in an elegant ivory or white slimline pouch, symbolising the five traditional wishes in their simplest form.
- Personalised Acrylic Box – a clear acrylic box in three sizes, personalised with initials and tied with a satin bow in your colour choice. Filled with delicious sugared almonds, with the quantity depending on the acrylic box size you choose:
- Small (4.5 x 4.5cm): 5 sugared almonds
- Medium (5.5 x 5.5cm): 12 sugared almonds
- Large (6.5 x 6.5cm): 24 sugared almonds
- Net Organza Drawstring Squares – pre-assembled squares for couples who would like to make their own favours at home. Simply add your favourite sugared almonds and tie them closed.
Browse all bomboniere creations.
Flavours and colours to match your wedding
Pick the sugared almonds that suit your day. Our flavoured sugared almonds bring something a little different to the favour table, while our coloured sugared almonds and metallic sugared almonds can be matched to your colour palette and theme, whether you are after soft neutrals, bright pops of colour, deep shades or elegant metallics.
Prefer something classic? Our traditional sugared almonds are always a popular choice when wanting to keep to tradition.
Made for you, or do it yourself
If you would like us to take care of everything, we can manage your wedding bomboniere from initial idea through to the final creation. Just contact us with your date and any ideas you have including colour palette, and we will help bring it to life.
Prefer to make your own? Choose your sugared almonds, then personalise your bomboniere with our bomboniere accessories and personalised tags. Our free Bomboniere Guide will walk you through it step by step, making the whole process easy and stress-free.
Watch how we put together our wedding bomboniere on Instagram.
How many sugared almonds do you need?
For wedding favours, it is traditional to include five sugared almonds in each one, symbolising blessings and good wishes for the couple’s future together. Our 1 kilogram boxes of flavoured sugared almonds contain approximately 160 sugared almonds, which will typically create around 32 wedding favours. Piece counts vary across our range, so check the product page for the number in each box.
We always recommend allowing for extra sugared almonds when preparing your order, to allow for any last-minute guests or final table settings on the day.
To help you plan with confidence, our free Bomboniere Guide provides everything you need to know when preparing your wedding bomboniere, from quantities to assembly, making the process easy from start to finish.
Start your wedding bomboniere
Not sure where to begin? Order a Sample Box to try 15 of our most popular flavours, or get in touch and we’ll help you create wedding bomboniere your guests will truly remember.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is a wedding bomboniere?
A. A wedding bomboniere is a traditional gift given to guests as a thank you for celebrating your special day. Bomboniere have become a much-loved wedding tradition around the world, offering a meaningful way to show appreciation to family and friends.
Today, bomboniere come in a wide variety of styles, from elegant favour boxes and organza bags to personalised keepsakes that complement your wedding theme. Whether you choose a classic or modern design, a wedding bomboniere is a timeless gesture of gratitude that gives your guests a special memento to remember your day. They are traditionally made with five sugared almonds, representing five wishes for the couple: health, wealth, happiness, fertility and a long life.
Q. How many sugared almonds go in a wedding favour?
A. Traditionally, five sugared almonds are placed in a wedding favour. This long-standing wedding tradition, which originated in Italy, symbolises the five wishes every couple hopes to share throughout their marriage:
- Health
- Wealth
- Happiness
- Fertility
- Long life
As tradition goes, the sugared almonds are given in an odd number because they can’t be divided evenly. This symbolises the couple’s unity and their lifelong commitment to one another.
While five is the traditional choice, nowadays some couples choose different quantities to suit the size or style of their wedding favours. However, if you wish to honour the centuries-old custom of wedding bomboniere, five remains the most meaningful and widely recognised number.
Q. How many sugared almonds do I need for my wedding?
A. Allow five sugared almonds per bomboniere. Our one kilogram boxes of flavoured sugared almonds hold about 160 pieces, enough for around 32 favours. Other boxes in our range may vary, so check the piece count on each product page. Multiply your guest count by five, divide by the number of pieces in your box, and round up. Don’t forget to allow for extras for any last minute guests or table settings.
For everything you need to plan your wedding bomboniere, download our free Bomboniere Guide. It includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and an easy calculator to work out exactly how many sugared almonds you’ll need.
Q. Can you make our wedding bomboniere for us?
A. Yes. We can create your favours from initial idea to final creation, or supply our products to your own event planner. Contact us with your date, occasion and any initial ideas to start.
Q. Do you ship Australia wide?
A. Yes, we ship Australia wide at a flat rate per state.