In the list of wedding guest favors, personalized handkerchiefs hold a special place. Both practical and emotionally charged, they accompany the key moments of the ceremony — and remain a keepsake for a long time. Here's everything you need to know to choose yours.
Why offer personalized handkerchiefs at your wedding?
A wedding ceremony is emotionally intense. For parents, witnesses, close friends — tears come unbidden. A beautiful personalized handkerchief, carefully folded in a vellum pouch, is a thoughtful gesture that shows you have considered every guest. It's also a souvenir that isn't thrown away: you put it in a drawer, and rediscover it years later.
What designs to choose for your wedding handkerchiefs?
Personalized wedding handkerchiefs can be customized endlessly. The most popular choices at Memerle:
- Names of the bride and groom + wedding date
- Poetic message ("To dry your tears of joy")
- Calligraphy monogram
- Floral design matching your wedding theme
How many to plan for?
We recommend planning for one handkerchief per guest. If the ceremony is at both the town hall and the church, double the amount. In practice, women use handkerchiefs more often than men — but men also cry at weddings! Plan for a safety stock of 10 to 15% extra.
Personalized handkerchiefs for baptism, communion, baby shower
Personalized handkerchiefs are not just for weddings. They also make lovely gifts for:
- Baptism: baby's name + baptism date
- Communion: the child's name and a discreet design
- Baby shower: for tears of joy at the announcement of the baby's gender!
How are Memerle handkerchiefs made?
At Memerle, each pack of handkerchiefs is presented in a transparent vellum paper pouch, with your chosen text and design printed on it. The result is elegant, understated, and 100% customizable. Fast production time, delivery in France and internationally.