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Why Custom Wedding Pins Are the Must-Have Favor for Your Big Day

October 6, 2025
Oct 6, 2025
3 minute read
Written By: Joseph Giugno

A Keepsake Guests Will Cherish Forever

When couples plan their wedding, one of the biggest challenges is finding favors that feel meaningful and unique. Too often, guests leave traditional items like candles or candy behind. A custom wedding pin, on the other hand, is something small but powerful. It’s wearable, collectible, and personal. Guests can take it home and remember your wedding day every time they see it.

What Are Wedding Pins?

Wedding pins are custom-designed lapel pins made specifically for your celebration. They can feature your names, your wedding date, or symbols that represent your story. Some couples choose floral designs to match bouquets, while others use monograms, custom crests, or even fun icons that reflect their personalities. Pins are versatile, colorful, and timeless. They’re a way to turn your wedding theme into a keepsake your guests can actually wear and enjoy.

Why Couples Are Choosing Pins

There’s a reason pins have become such a popular wedding favor. They last longer than consumables, they can be made in any style you imagine, and they’re surprisingly affordable to produce in bulk. Unlike mass-produced favors, each pin feels intentional and personal. Guests appreciate receiving something that looks stylish, feels meaningful, and can be displayed on a jacket, a hat, or even a pinboard at home.

Custom Cardstock for Save-the-Dates and Favors

One of the most creative ways to present wedding pins is with custom cardstock. Couples are now attaching pins to beautifully designed backer cards that double as save-the-dates or thank-you favors. Imagine sending a save-the-date in the mail where the card includes your names, wedding date, and theme colors, along with a pin your guests can actually wear. It’s far more memorable than a traditional postcard.

At the wedding itself, pins on cardstock can be placed at each table setting with a short message of gratitude. They can also serve as seating cards, guiding guests to their seats with a keepsake they’ll take home afterward. The combination of a custom card and a beautifully made pin elevates the entire experience, turning a small item into a centerpiece of your wedding design.

Budget and Timeline Considerations

Custom wedding pins are accessible for weddings of all sizes. The cost depends on the design, finish, and quantity, but ordering in bulk makes them cost-effective compared to many traditional favors. To ensure everything is ready in time, it’s best to start the design process at least six to eight weeks before your wedding. That leaves room for design revisions, production, and shipping. For couples working with a shorter timeline, rush options can keep everything on track.

Why Work With Lapel Pins Plus

At Lapel Pins Plus, we specialize in creating pins that feel as unique as the couples who design them. We offer free artwork, unlimited revisions, and expert guidance so you can see your vision come to life. Our pins are crafted with high-quality materials, whether you want a sleek polished look or a textured enamel finish. Best of all, we make the process simple and stress-free, so you can focus on planning your big day while we handle the details.