There is certainly an art to building the perfect wedding registry. There are many brides who come out of their wedding wishing they had selected different items or different stores. Honor the sacrifice of those who have come before you and learn from their mistakes.
With the right know-how, you can build the perfect list. Just follow these tips:
Include a Lot of Items on Your List
Seriously. If you don’t put enough on the list, people won’t have an idea of what you’re really wanting. I know it feels a little off to list a bunch of stuff you’re expecting people to buy you, especially expensive items, but you’re not being selfish, you’re being helpful. If you don’t include enough, you run the risk of doubled items that you’ll have to deal with and send back later. You also run the risk of getting a bunch of stuff you don’t need. This isn’t good for anyone. You want useful gifts and your guests want to get you quality gifts you’ll actually use. Cut out the guesswork and build a decently sized list. Cultivate a Good Mix of Items
Find a way to create a good variety on your list. The more diverse your options, the better your guests will feel. This tip is directly applicable to the price of items as well. Some people feel weird adding pricey items to the registry. Don’t feel weird about adding them. Or feel weird, but do it anyway. Believe it or not, you are loved and there will be people who want to spend ...