How to choose the right favour box

**For weddings** opt for classic shapes — square or rectangle — in white fibre, ivory or turtle-dove millstripe. The internal divider is useful if you want to offer sweets in different colours or combine sweets and chocolates. The **Scotton Gift Box with Divider** in white fibre is one of the most requested for this type of event.

Which box size should I choose for sweets?

For a standard portion of 5-7 sweets, boxes of 50 x 50 x 50 mm or 60 x 40 mm are recommended. For larger quantities or larger sweets, opt for 70-80 mm formats. If you want to insert a card or small gift, choose boxes of 80 x 80 mm or larger. Scotton trays of 285 x 190 mm are instead designed for group presentations or family favours.

Are transparent boxes suitable for all celebrations?

Transparent plastic boxes and bags are modern and versatile, ideal for contemporary weddings, christenings and birthdays. They showcase coloured sweets making them visible without opening the packaging. For more formal or traditional celebrations, white or ivory cardboard remains the most appropriate choice.

What is the difference between fibre, millstripe and natural cardboard?

Fibre has a natural and slightly rough texture, perfect for contemporary or rustic styles. The millstripe reproduces a subtle ribbed pattern with a fabric effect, for a more refined result. Natural cardboard has a raw/ivory tone ideal for shabby chic or nature-themed styles. The choice depends on the aesthetic effect sought and the style of the celebration.

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The favour boxes are the container on which the party favour is built: chosen well, they transform even five sugared almonds into a gift that guests remember. From L'Arcolaio you'll find the range Scotton e Cupido&Co. in dozens of sizes — from the transparent sachet of 35 mm to the little house with string from 120 mm — with finishes in fibre, crossrib, pearlescent paper and natural cardboard. The shapes range from the classic square to the hexagon, from the dove to the little house, to suit every occasion: wedding, christening, communion, birth and anniversary. Sold in packs of 10 pieces, they are designed both for those organising large events and for those preparing a few favours with care.

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Q: What does "with divider" mean and when is it useful?

The divider is an internal insert that separates the box into two compartments, so sweets of different colours, chocolates and small gifts don't mix. It is particularly useful for weddings where you want to offer two flavours of sweets or combine dragées and chocolates in the same package.

Characteristics and types

Available shapes

The shape of the box communicates the tone of the ceremony even before it is opened. Square and rectangular cardboard shapes — such as the Scotton Practical Box with Divider 120 x 120 x 40 mm White — are the most versatile choice for weddings and communions: they can be decorated with ribbons, brooches or labels effortlessly. Thematic shapes instead tell the specific occasion: the Scotton Dove Box with Cord in taupe ribbed finish is designed for First Communion and Confirmation; the Scotton Little House Box with Cord Black Little House adds personality to christening or graduation favours; the hexagon of the Scotton Hexagon Box Little Bear in sky blue was created for boys' christenings. For those seeking something softer and more decorative, the Cavallino line by Cupido&Co. offers boxes with tassel in pink, perfect for girl births and christenings.

Materials and finishes

The catalogue we have selected for L'Arcolaio covers the main finishes requested by wedding planners and private clients:

Fibre (fibre cardboard): natural and slightly rough texture, widely used for contemporary or rustic styles. The Scotton Gift Box 100 x 100 x 40 mm with Divider Fibre White is a typical example, available with internal divider.
Ribbed finish: ribbed surface with a fabric effect. The Fleur line by Scotton in taupe ribbed finish is suitable for modern and neutral style weddings.
Nature cardboard: raw/ivory tone, excellent for shabby chic or nature-themed favours. The Scotton Raised Base Nature in 60 x 60 mm or 100 x 100 mm format is designed for those who want the bare minimum to personalise on their own.
Transparent plastic: the Scotton Bag with Transparent Hole directly displays coloured confetti, ideal for chromatic compositions or for those who prefer a modern and minimal style.
White cardboard: timeless classic, available in multiple square and rectangular formats with hot foil prints.

Sizes and capacity

Sizes determine how many confetti (or what) fits into the box. In practical summary:

Up to 60 mm: portion of 5-7 traditional confetti, ideal for large numbers of guests.
70-80 mm: space for confetti plus a gift card or small charm.
100-120 mm: complete favour with assorted confetti, divider or an additional item.
Tray 285 x 190 mm: collective presentation or family favour, such as the Scotton Pearlescent Tray Sky Blue.

Sold in packs of 10 pieces, Scotton and ARPIMEX products allow you to order exactly the quantity you need without waste.

How to choose the right confetti box

For the wedding opt for classic shapes — square or rectangle — in white fibre, ivory or taupe ribbed finish. An internal divider is useful if you want to offer confetti in different colours or combine confetti and chocolates. The Scotton Gift Box with Divider in white fibre is one of the most requested for this type of event.

For the christening thematic shapes work better: teddy bear, dove, little house or hexagon in dusty pink or sky blue. The Scotton Baby Teddy Bear line (60 x 45 x 110 mm format) is already decorated with the printed motif, so it requires no further graphic customisation.

For Communion and Confirmation the dove in taupe ribbed finish or classic white with sober finishes adapt to the more formal character of the ceremony. The fibre cone bag is an original variant: also discover the confetti cones if you want to compare the two solutions.

For the anniversary (25th or 50th) Scotton offers fibre cone bags with dedicated print. The Scotton Fibre Cone Bag 25th Anniversary in white is an example already ready, without the need for further customisation.

For graduation black and larger formats lend themselves to favours with multiple elements. White ARPIMEX boxes 17 x 17 x 8 cm are spacious and neutral, suitable for personalised compositions.

If instead you are looking for a ready-assembled glass favour container, see the L'Arcolaio glass confetti favour container or the Piovaccari glass confetti favour container: they are ready-made solutions, different from the box but complementary to enhance the confetti table.

For those who also need to package bottles or wines as a ceremony gift, the bottle boxes complete the range of packaging for events.

Frequently asked questions

Which box size should I choose for confetti?

For a standard portion of 5-7 confetti, boxes of 50 x 50 x 50 mm or 60 x 40 mm are recommended. For larger quantities or large confetti, choose 70-80 mm formats. If you also want to insert a gift card or small object, select boxes of 80 x 80 mm or larger. Scotton trays of 285 x 190 mm are instead designed for collective presentations or family favours.

What does "with divider" mean and when is it useful?

The divider is an internal insert that splits the box into two compartments, so confetti in different colours, chocolates and small gadgets do not mix. It is particularly useful for weddings where you want to offer two flavours of confetti or combine dragée and chocolates in the same package.

Are transparent boxes suitable for all ceremonies?

Transparent plastic boxes and bags are modern and versatile, ideal for contemporary weddings, christenings and birthdays. They showcase coloured confetti making them visible without opening the packaging. For more formal or traditional ceremonies, white or ivory cardboard remains the most appropriate choice.

What is the difference between fibre paper, ribbed finish and nature cardboard?

Fibre has a natural and slightly rough texture, perfect for contemporary or rustic styles. The ribbed finish reproduces a pattern with fine ribs with a fabric effect, resulting in a more refined look. Nature cardboard has a raw/ivory tone ideal for shabby chic or nature-themed styles. The choice depends on the aesthetic effect you are seeking and the style of the ceremony.

Are boxes sold individually or in packs?

Products in the collection are sold mainly in packs of 10 pieces, the standard format designed for those who prepare favours on their own. To find out about the availability of individual pieces, check the specific product page.

Where can I also find boxes for Christmas or seasonal gifts?

For Christmas ceremonies or seasonal packaging, L'Arcolaio also offers Christmas packaging boxes, a range dedicated to winter holidays with seasonal colours and motifs.

At L'Arcolaio we select confetti favour boxes by evaluating construction quality, variety of formats and continuous stock availability. You will find the Scotton range as the main reference, alongside Cupido&Co. and ARPIMEX to cover the main ceremony needs.