Where to Register Bridal Registry; Department Stores; Chinaware; Gift Shops; Glassware; Bedding; Housewares; Linens; Variety Stores
There are a variety of places to register that can fulfill any couples’ needs and wants. To ensure you receive a range of gifts, from fun and eclectic as well as the essentials, register at a variety of different stores. The majority of traditional department and national specialty stores offer bridal registry services that will notify you when something is purchased and continue to track purchases throughout the process. They will also assign a sales associate to help throughout the experience, which can be an invaluable resource.
Traditional department stores are a good place to register for the essentials like dinnerware, kitchen and bedding accessories. Include a variety of department stores like Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom’s, Target and Wal-Mart.
Specialty stores allow you to broaden the selection and include more kitschy and eclectic items on the list. These can either be local stores or more national chains like Crate and Barrel or Williams-Sonoma.
Include local and hometown stores as well. Local guests will appreciate the opportunity to buy locally and you can take advantage of unique and original local gift selections that will be unique and original. Generally, their registry services are either limited or nonexistent. Be prepared to manage this registry selection on your own.
Whatever stores you include in the final decision, make sure at least one provides an online registry. This is especially important for guests who are out-of-town and will not be able to make it to the wedding. This allows them to save on shipping costs or at least provide the ability to have the gift shipped. If none of your stores provide an online feature, consider looking into an online store that does. Many online retailers offer bridal registry services. There are also online exclusive bridal registries.
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What to Register For Bridal Registry; Department Stores; Chinaware; Gift Shops; Glassware; Bedding; Housewares; Linens; Variety Stores
The gifts you include should be as personal as the two of you. While you are unbound as to what gifts to include in the registry, you may need help remembering what is essential. Below is an aid, by category, of what to consider in your selections. This will ensure the basic bases are covered.
Kitchenware: Blender, Canisters, Coffeemaker, Colander/Strainer, Dish towels, Can opener, Food processor, Hand mixer, Microwave, Pot holders, Stand mixer, Tea kettle, Toaster
Dishware: Bowls, Cups, Dinner plates, Glasses, Pitcher, Salad plates, Saucers
Flatware: Butter knife, Dinner fork, Dinner knife, Salad fork, Tablespoon, Teaspoon
Bake ware: Cookie sheets, Food storage containers, Measuring cups and spoons, Mixing Bowls, Rubber spatula, Whisk, Wooden spoons
Cookware: Bottle opener, Casserole dish, Electric skillet, Frying pan, Griddle, Meat thermometer, Rice cooker, Roaster, Salad spinner, Saucepans, Skillet, Stockpot, Steamer, Wok
Cutlery: Cutting boards, Kitchen Shears, Knife Sharpener, Knives (chef’s, paring, utility), Steak Knives
Table Linens: Tablecloths, Placemats, Napkins
Bathroom: Bath mat, Floor mat/rug, Hamper, Scale, Soap dish, Shower curtain, Towels (hand, face, bath, washcloth), Toothbrush holder, Toilet cover, Wastebasket
Master bedroom and guest bedroom: Bed skirt, Blankets, Comforter or Duvet, Mattress pad, Pillows (bed, throw), Shams, Sheets (fitted, flat, pillow cases)
Others: Clocks, Gardening equipment, Iron, Ironing board, Picture frames, Rugs (kitchen and hallway), Throw blankets, Tools, Vacuums (general and specialty)
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