Wedding Registry Must-Haves for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner

Discover luxury pieces to register for that will help you entertain guests at Thanksgiving, all available at Gearys.

While you're preparing for Thanksgiving dinner this year, you'll likely discover that you'll need a few serving pieces that you can add to your wish list – especially if you're preparing to create your wedding registry.

By Kelcy Christy

Photo: Victor Sizemore Photography

Happy Thanksgiving!! Whether you're recently married and hosting the holiday for the first time this year, or you're engaged and looking forward to spending time with friends and family as a married couple next year, we hope you have a wonderful holiday filled with great food and company.

While you're preparing for or attending Thanksgiving dinner this year, you'll likely spot a few serving pieces you want to add to your wish list – especially if you're in the midst of creating your wedding registry. Thankfully, many fine brands have pieces ideal for holiday entertaining, as well as Thanksgiving entertaining specifically, and we're sharing some of the top pieces chosen by Gearys, a high-end tabletop, giftware and fine jewelry store in Beverly Hills that is often chosen by Inside Weddings couples as a retailer for their wedding registry.

"GEARYS Beverly Hills has been helping its clients host Thanksgiving for decades," shares President and CEO Thomas J. Blumenthal. "Representing the best brands in the tabletop industry, our experts can predict the trends and help curate the perfect holiday tablescape for clients' needs." To give Inside Weddings readers an insider's look, Gearys has provided some product ideas to start your holiday hosting off right, along with some hosting tips. Take a look at the products and advice below!

Louvre Dinnerware Collection by Berardaud

Gearys registry items for thanksgiving hosting louvre dinnerware collection by bernardaud

Register for a collection that exemplifies timeless elegance, such as the Louvre Dinnerware collection by Bernardaud. Its architectural motifs, quality craftsmanship, and pure white finish make it a staple for Thanksgivings to come. Louvre Dinnerware Collection by Bernardaud, prices starting at $24; available at Gearys

Oval Carving Platter with Wood Insert by Match

Gearys registry items for hosting thanksgiving oval platter with wood insert

Perfect to present turkey at Thanksgiving, this statement piece will add that festive touch to your holiday table. Oval Carving Platter with wood insert by Match, $842; available at Gearys

Forest Walk Leaf Party Plates by Juliska

Gearys registry items for hosting thanksgiving Juliska Forest Walk Leaf Party Plate set of 4

Whether you choose to use these plates as appetizer or cheese plates before the big dinner or feature them on the Thanksgiving dinner table, your loved ones will surely smile when these see these leaf-shaped plates in autumn hues. "Forest Walk" leaf-shaped party plate by Juliska, $125 (set of 4); available at Gearys

Olympia Stemware by William Yeoward Crystal

If you and your guests enjoy wine, investing in good glassware is worth it. Olympia Collection Stemware by William Yeoward Crystal, prices starting at $50; available at Gearys

Laurel Cheese Board with Knife by Michael Aram

A good cheese plate is a host's secret weapon. When registering for a serving board, choose a serving piece that is beautiful and can fit a plethora of cheeses, fruits, etc. This board by Michael Aram features laurel leaves that are expressive yet classical – an ideal motif for your timeless Thanksgiving table. "Laurel" cheese board with knife by Michael Aram, $225; available at Gearys

Fishnet Acorn Place Card Holder by Herend

If you'll be assigning seats at the table, consider this luxurious acorn-shaped place-card holder to add a bit of fall style to your tablescape. "Fishnet Acorn" place card holder by Herend, $100; available at Gearys

Gobble Napkin Ring by Kim Seybert

Gearys registry items for hosting thanksgiving kim seybert gobble turkey shape napkin ring

For a fun, festive addition to your dinner table, decorate each guest's place setting with this turkey-shaped napkin ring complete with feathers for a joyous tablescape! "Gobble" napkin ring by Kim Seybert, $20; available at Gearys

Find more registry products ideal for Thanksgiving, discover additional registry ideas by reading up on the latest registry trends for your wedding wish list, and view these pieces perfect for the holidays. Be sure to also take a look at the wedding registry items couples often forget!