What to Consider for a Bridal Registry
At first, deciding what to include in your bridal registry can be exciting. However, once you are faced with the endless amount of options deciding what to register for can be intimidating. The whole process of registering for wedding gifts can be made less stressful if you remember two things: Be practical; be realistic.
Anyone who has seen the movie 27 Dresses will remember the scene where Jane and Kevin are scanning gifts to include on Jane’s sister’s wedding registry. While Jane defends the need to register for more than one bowl or vase, Kevin mocks the idea and sarcastically remarks on a rooster shaped umbrella holder the new couple would most likely never use. This scene is something to keep in mind when building your own registry. It is easy to get carried away with picking out gifts, but make sure there’s a reason for each item on your list.
Be Practical
Registering for things you don’t can be a waste of your time and everyone else’s money. Before registering, talk to your partner about what you both need, not just what you want. Some things to keep in mind are the basics like plates and bowls for every day use, fine china for special occasions, silverware, and glassware, small appliances for the kitchen, lighting fixtures, cookware, a nice knife set, and decorations for your home. Pick things you will actually use.
Another way to go is to pick hobbies you and your partner are interested in and use that as a starting point. If you like baking, ask for baking supplies. If you like cooking, ask for quality pots, pans, and utensils. For couples who plan to do a lot of hosting, food trays or martini, margarita, and other cocktail glasses would fit right into your home and lifestyle.
Be Realistic
You may want the $1,000 crystal chandelier for your new living room but even if you register for it, you may not get it. Someone has to pay for all these gifts and if your guests and family cannot afford them, you won’t get what you want and they will feel guilty. No one wants that. Take everyone’s budget into consideration. You can still register that $1,000 chandelier, but also include lower priced items like picture frames, cookbooks, or a vase or two. Asking for a wine rack and choosing different bottles of wine is another idea. That way your guests can buy smaller gifts that when combined will create an impressive collection. It’s alright to decide on a few expensive “dream” items as long as you include gifts from the other end of the spectrum as well.
Before making your registry final, see what the return policy is. You don’t want to get stuck with six food processors, so make sure you have the option to return or exchange a gift. Some companies reduce the chance of couples receiving duplicates of the same gift by making that item unavailable once it’s been purchased. Be sure to look into any and all policies regarding registry.
When considering what to include in your bridal registry be practical, be realistic, but also have fun. You may know you’ll need dishes and glassware, but there are so many styles to choose from. You can be classic or funky. It’s your choice. Pick items that fit your personality and have a purpose. A statue of a dog may look nice, but it’s not necessary. Your friends and family will enjoy giving you something you and your partner will actually use and you’ll get the things you need to make your house a homWhat to Consider for a Bridal Registry
At first, deciding what to include in your bridal registry can be exciting. However, once you are faced with the endless amount of options deciding what to register for can be intimidating. The whole process of registering for wedding gifts can be made less stressful if you remember two things: Be practical; be realistic.
Anyone who has seen the movie 27 Dresses will remember the scene where Jane and Kevin are scanning gifts to include on Jane’s sister’s wedding registry. While Jane defends the need to register for more than one bowl or vase, Kevin mocks the idea and sarcastically remarks on a rooster shaped umbrella holder the new couple would most likely never use. This scene is something to keep in mind when building your own registry. It is easy to get carried away with picking out gifts, but make sure there’s a reason for each item on your list.
Be Practical
Registering for things you don’t can be a waste of your time and everyone else’s money. Before registering, talk to your partner about what you both need, not just what you want. Some things to keep in mind are the basics like plates and bowls for every day use, fine china for special occasions, silverware, and glassware, small appliances for the kitchen, lighting fixtures, cookware, a nice knife set, and decorations for your home. Pick things you will actually use.
Another way to go is to pick hobbies you and your partner are interested in and use that as a starting point. If you like baking, ask for baking supplies. If you like cooking, ask for quality pots, pans, and utensils. For couples who plan to do a lot of hosting, food trays or martini, margarita, and other cocktail glasses would fit right into your home and lifestyle.
Be Realistic
You may want the $1,000 crystal chandelier for your new living room but even if you register for it, you may not get it. Someone has to pay for all these gifts and if your guests and family cannot afford them, you won’t get what you want and they will feel guilty. No one wants that. Take everyone’s budget into consideration. You can still register that $1,000 chandelier, but also include lower priced items like picture frames, cookbooks, or a vase or two. Asking for a wine rack and choosing different bottles of wine is another idea. That way your guests can buy smaller gifts that when combined will create an impressive collection. It’s alright to decide on a few expensive “dream” items as long as you include gifts from the other end of the spectrum as well.
Before making your registry final, see what the return policy is. You don’t want to get stuck with six food processors, so make sure you have the option to return or exchange a gift. Some companies reduce the chance of couples receiving duplicates of the same gift by making that item unavailable once it’s been purchased. Be sure to look into any and all policies regarding registry.
When considering what to include in your bridal registry be practical, be realistic, but also have fun. You may know you’ll need dishes and glassware, but there are so many styles to choose from. You can be classic or funky. It’s your choice. Pick items that fit your personality and have a purpose. A statue of a dog may look nice, but it’s not necessary. Your friends and family will enjoy giving you something you and your partner will actually use and you’ll get the things you need to make your house a home