Unique Wedding Card Box

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Couples who want a unique wedding card box for their wedding reception have many options for outstanding custom designs, whether they choose to purchase the box or want to make their own. By adding unique, personalized touches to the box, not only will it be a beautiful and practical decoration, but it can also become a treasured keepsake of your special day.

What Is a Wedding Card Box

A wedding card box is a simple receptacle couples may have at their reception to receive cards and greetings from their guests. While every guest will not bring a card to the reception, it is a good idea to have someplace to safely store the cards you do receive so they are not lost or damaged during the festivities.

Many couples opt for wedding card boxes in lieu of a guest book. If this is what you choose, consider adding a stack of small blank note cards and a few pens next to the box so guests can offer their wedding wishes even if they haven’t brought a card. If you still want a traditional guest book, the card box can be placed on the same table.

Wedding Card Box Basics

Whether you want a simple box or a more unusual design, there are several things to consider before you add one to your wedding reception.

  • Theme: The wedding card box can be quite visible, and many couples choose a design that matches their wedding theme. A simple design can match nearly any theme, while a more unique wedding card box works well for every elaborate or unusual wedding themes.
  • Size: If you have a large guest list, you will need a larger wedding card box to be sure it does not become so full or crowded that cards or damaged or bent. Also, be sure the box and its receiving slit is large enough to accommodate generously sized cards.
  • Security: Many wedding guests prefer to give cash for a wedding gift and they may enclose it in a card to give at the reception. Your wedding card box should be able to lock so cards cannot be removed or tampered with.

Unique Wedding Card Box Designs

The classic ideas for wedding card boxes are either simple cardboard or wooden boxes with a mailbox-style slit, or slightly more elaborate designs such as birdcages, gazebos, or wishing wells. While these designs work well with many wedding themes, couples interested in more unique options can consider a wider range of styles, including:

  • Wire castles or carriages perfect for a princess or Cinderella theme wedding
  • Vintage or themed mailbox designs, or even a full-sized retro mailbox
  • Satin or carved treasure chests, personalized with faux jewels in the wedding colors
  • Etched glass boxes or customized aquariums
  • Hollow foam pumpkins for a fall or Halloween wedding
  • Cowboy boots, red wagons, or other rustic options for a western theme wedding
  • Photo cube boxes showcasing the photos of the couple
  • Custom tiered box designs decorated as a faux cake or stack of gifts coordinated with the wedding colors
  • A large gingerbread house for a Christmas themed wedding

If you cannot find a unique card box that fits your wedding theme, it is easy to decorate a plain box with personalized accents. Popular details to add to a box include:

  • Photos of the couple
  • Monograms, names, and dates
  • Jewels, sequins, or ribbons
  • Small themed accessories, such as shells for a beach wedding or colored leaves for a fall wedding

Some couples even choose a plain box but encourage guests to sign the box with markers, turning it into a one-of-a-kind wedding keepsake.

Where to Buy Unique Card Boxes

Wedding card boxes can cost from $15 for a simple, plain box to $75 or higher for elaborate, personalized designs. Retailers offering a range of box designs include:

Before you purchase a box, be sure to investigate return policies, shipping times and charges, and other conditions.

Your Card Box After the Wedding

After the reception ends, the card box can become a treasured memento to store keepsakes from the wedding. Many couples keep an invitation, the garter, dried flowers from the bridal bouquet, the wedding cake serving set, the wedding cake topper, a program, and other items to remember their special day, and a card box can be useful memento storage. Customized glass boxes can even be beautiful display cases for those wedding keepsakes.

A unique wedding card box is a lovely way to store cards and greetings at the reception while adding to the décor in an unusual and creative way. Whether you prefer a simple personalized box or an elegant designer creation, choosing the right one can be a beautiful touch for your wedding decorations.

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