First impressions matter—so why not surprise your wedding planning clients with a thoughtful gift that leaves them saying, ‘Wow, we chose the perfect planner!?” This small, yet meaningful gesture not only sets the tone for a premium experience but also demonstrates your commitment to making their journey to ‘I do’ unforgettable.
Although this may sound like a great idea, you may be asking yourself, “What type of gift should I give?” Read on to find out ten possible gift options you can give to your planning clients. These are the types of gifts that aren’t just ordinary- they’re thoughtful, personal, and your clients will be delighted to receive them because they show you truly value and appreciate their business!
10 Welcome Gift Ideas
Here are ten potential options to choose from to gift your wedding planning clients after you onboard them:
1. Luxury Candle with Custom Label
A calming scent with a label that says “Let the planning begin!” or their wedding date. It creates a peaceful atmosphere and adds a special touch to kick off the wedding planning experience. Grab one of these customized candles here.
2. Set of Vow Books
Elegant, blank booklets where each partner can write their vows—beautiful keepsakes for the big day. If you want to go a step further, have the vow booklets customized with the couple’s names. Check out these personalized vow booklets for your clients.
3. Monogrammed Coasters
Couples who love home decor, enjoy hosting, or are embarking on a new adventure by moving in together will appreciate this gift, which is both stylish and functional. Take a peek at these monogrammed coasters here.
4. Custom “Our Love Story” Timeline Print
A print or card with key dates (met, engaged, wedding day) and space for them to fill in the details.
5. Welcome Box with a Handwritten Note
Writing a personalized note and including it with a small welcome box is a thoughtful touch that couples will adore and cherish.
6. Planning Stickers
These are a unique twist on the typical “digital” planning and calendar. Gift your couple these cute planning stickers for them to use on a printed calendar. They can keep the calendar with the stickers as a keepsake for years to come.
7. Planning-Day Snack Pack
Fill a box or basket with a variety of snacks, including trail mix, granola bars, gum, water enhancers, and dark chocolate to fuel busy planning sessions.
8. Planning-Day Essentials Kit
If you don’t want to go the food route, gift an alternative planning kit containing items such as pens, highlighters, sticky notes, snacks, and a stress-relief essential oil rollerball in a cute pouch or box.
9. Engraved Pen or Stationery Set
Create it using the couple’s future last name on the engraved pen or the stationery set. This is perfect for jotting down ideas and notes throughout the planning process.
10. Wedding Day Emergency Kit Starter Pouch
Begin with essentials like fashion tape, blotting sheets, mini sewing kit, and stain remover wipes—something they’ll put to use on the big day!
How to Budget for Welcome Gift Ideas
These gift ideas are sure to leave a great first impression with their unique and personalized touches, but you might be thinking, “I’d love to offer something like this, but it feels like it could get expensive fast.” The good news is that with strategic planning and a bit of creativity, you can create thoughtful welcome gifts that make a great first impression without straining your budget. Here’s how:
1. Set a Gift Budget Per Client
Decide how much you’re comfortable spending on each client—whether it’s $15, $25, or $50. This helps you stay consistent and avoid overspending, while still allowing for creativity within a set limit.
2. Reuse and Repurpose Packaging Materials
Save on costs by purchasing decorative boxes, tissue paper, or filler in bulk and reusing the leftover materials creatively. You can even repurpose shipping boxes and dress them up with branded labels or wrapping.
3. Keep It Simple but Intentional
A welcome gift doesn’t need to be over-the-top to be meaningful. The ideas above give a variety of welcome gifts that are not only thoughtful but also options that won’t break the bank.
By planning and being intentional, you can create beautiful client gifts that stay within budget while still elevating the client experience. It’s the personal touches and genuine thought behind your gift that your clients will remember most.
If you aren’t already doing this, give it a try!
The Find Your Wedding Planner Team
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