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Bomboniere. Sometimes it seems that when you're planning a wedding, you have to learn a whole new language, and in this case, maybe you are, because 'bomboniere' is Italian for little gifts (aka 'favors') that are given out at any number of special occasions, not just weddings.

If you've been agonizing over your favors, why not go traditional? Don't panic! So often "traditional" seems to mean adding a whole 'nuther layer of complication to your event, but in this case, it simplifies things. Hugely. Traditionally, 'bomboniere' were very, very simple: five sugared almonds tied up in tulle, and tied with a pretty bow, or , eve simpler, popped into a cute little decorative box. These days, you can even purchase almonds in your wedding colors.

Why five? Because each almond was a good wish: one each for health, wealth, happiness, fertility, and long life. So, if you're looking for an elegant way to simplify your wedding, go traditional with truly traditional bomboniere!