Now that you are engaged and planning your dream wedding, you might have already started thinking about certain gifts you hope to unwrap after the big day. Maybe you’re dying for a brand new stainless steel saucepan and want a few luxury items for your home. Or, maybe you just do not have enough time or money to purchase all the appliances... More »
Whether you have a wish list of 100 items from favorite retailers or you prefer donations to a good cause, a wedding registry is a wonderful way to involve your guests and help raise money for you and your fiance’s wants. Registries are often very convenient for any guest to access online and, depending on how early you register, friends a... More »
When putting together the wish list for your wedding registry, it's important to select pieces that you'll use in your marital life together in a wide range of price points. Couples often select a few retailers at which to register – usually at least one nationwide department store, a specialty shop for fine china or accessories, and ... More »
Most couples cite their wedding registry as one of the most boring parts of planning their big day; however, it's important for couples to embrace this tradition. Regardless of how you feel about asking loved ones for presents on your wedding day, most of your friends and family will want to bring a gift or send one on the days surrounding your ... More »
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Timeline Tips for Your Wedding Registry
There are a lot of different things that go into wedding planning, and it can be stressful to figure out when to take care of each task. There are certain vendors that you’ll want to book right away, as their calendars often fill up in advance. However, something like creating your gift registry can be harder to pin down on a calendar be... More »
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Monique Lhuillier & Pottery Barn Collection
For women and brides who have worn Monique Lhuillier dresses in the past or just love her ethereal gowns, the news of the designer's introductory collection for Pottery Barn will be intriguing. Couples who admire the designer's intricate, whimsical style will enjoy the new Monique Lhuillier & Pottery Barn Holiday 201... More »
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What to Register For When You Already Live Together
Traditionally, wedding registries are used to help a young couple start their lives together. However, nowadays with people marrying later in life and often cohabitating for years before marriage, many lovebirds are unsure what to register for, when they already have dishes and linens. This is further influenced by a decrease in formal occasio... More »
Photo by Hugh Forte; Bridal Gown by Romona Keveža; Planning & Design by Tessa Lyn Events Interior Designer and staging expert Taylor Spellman has plenty of experience organizing homes. As the star of Bravo’s Yours, Mine, or Ours she has a keen eye for what works when it comes to piecing one’s personal space together. A... More »
When two people get engaged, there will likely be a number of aspects of the wedding-planning process that feel like unfamiliar territory. No matter how many other parties or events you’ve hosted in the past, your nuptials require special care and attention. Perhaps one of the most foreign of concepts you will face is registering for gifts... More »
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The Ultimate Checklist for Your Wedding Registry
No matter what stage you and your significant other are at in life, a registry for your wedding can prove both useful and overwhelming. If you’re a young couple just starting out and have not lived together, you’ll likely feel like you’ll need just about everything, while also not being sure which items you will actually use as... More »
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