What types of things should I include in my registry? Its easy to get carried away on this particular topic; dont consider a wedding registry a wish-list so much as a list of things (mostly practical items) that youll easily find a use for in your new home. What follows are tips for deciding what to include on your list (or really, what your guests might get you in exchange for the unique weddings favors youre giving them). Before you even think about what sorts of things should be included in the registry, consider that your groom should be involved in this selection process (even if he doesnt realize it yet.) He will undoubtedly have some valuable input on what sorts of things should be there, and hes entitled to pick out a few guy-oriented items for potential purchase by your guests. An easy way to logically organize what types of things you should ask for is to categorize classes of items by what rooms they will reside in. This is a fairly intuitive means of making sure that you havent overlooked a gift that would be sorely missed later. In the spirit of courtesy, never include any mention of your registry in your wedding invitations; allow the news that youve registered to be spread in a verbal, grass-roots fashion. If the locations youve registered at dont do this for you, make sure you update your registry periodically so you dont receive the same item from two (or more) guests. Bear in mind that your registry should contain items that fit inside multiple price-ranges. Guests on a budget would like to feel that their gifts are appreciated, and yet more materially blessed guests will appreciate the option of giving more expensive gifts with the confidence that comes from knowing youve picked it out yourself. Dont be afraid to register at unorthodox places (or include unusual items on your list). Each family-to-be is unique, and theres no reason to feel that you dont deserve a registry if you already have most of the household items that you need on a day-to-day basis. |
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