Registry??

I’m going to be making one on amazon. I’m just going to a add a few things that I would enjoy to have but don’t necessarily need them. Like shoe bags and packing cubes for luggage, I have a couple cook books, and a few other things. People do typically order from the registry. If you feel bad just keep it small, the rest will probably just end up giving you money or gift cards. Hope this helps

People will ask you where your registered cause they want to get you a gift. If you don’t need much just create a small one. I had a hard time choosing items to add and mostly just did some kitchen upgrades but I’ve seen people add things related to their hobbies or even items for their pets. As far as what’s too expensive, I think you know your crowd best. There may be people that are willing to go in together on more expensive items, so I would still had a few. My most expensive item was only $100 but people put roombas and kitchen aids on for much more.

I was in that same boat but now I have about 60 items on ours lol. I pretty much asked for things that we would use daily (dinnerware, tailgate chairs, luggage, storage bins, Southwest gift cards, regular gift cards, comforter sets, etc.) Mainly like household items that I feel we need. We've lived together for about 5 years now but everything we have pretty much came from when he had his own appartment. We've brought a few items over the years but I feel like this is a new journey and new things are needed lol.

I feel like as long as your asking for practical things, people shouldn't have an issue buying them. Your guests do know your getting married and starting a new journey. I always buy items from the registry because I know the couple took time making it! Just make sure you put items from all price ranges ($15, $25, $40, $50, $100 etc.) and don't be afraid to put some fun stuff on there. 9 times out of 10 all your guests know you and know what you like so they'll see those things that reflect you and want to get that. My coworker had these 5 Harry Potter cups on their registry all ranging in different prices. I brought 3 and made a little set for them, cost me about $95 but I knew they loveeeeeeeeed HP (it was even their wedding theme 😂😂😂) so I brought them. I thought it was a ridiculous amount spent for 3 cups but I knew it was a wedding gift and they loved it andddddd I know my gift would get used daily lol! They'll remember me in the morning when they drink coffee lol. So go add all the things you desire and have fun with it. Once you start you'll think of things that you thought you didn't need or want! Sorry for the book report response lol!

A registry isn't a necessity unless you're having a shower. If you're not having one, you could totally skip it. If you are, just keep in mind that people are going to buy you gifts, so you may as well tell them what you want/need instead of getting 4 toasters and 16 wedding themed picture frames.

Agree that if someone is hosting a shower for you, you need to have a registry. I'd just try to choose things in a range of prices: under $25, 25-50, 50-100, and a few pricier items (people may go together and/or surprise you with what they choose to buy...). Daughter's priciest single item was a KitchenAid mixer. She felt a bit awkward about adding it, but as soon as the shower invitations went out, it was the first item purchased (by her FMIL). At her shower, she also received the complete 8 place setting set of her good china, and the full set of her higher-end flatware, so you never know what people will choose. Have fun!

I think having items in a range of prices is good, but don't feel bad about putting "wish list" items on there either. Many people go in together on a gift, and you often will get a big coupon around your wedding date that you can use to purchase anything that's left on the registry that you want.

People don't have to buy you a gift, but if there are certain things you want, it's nice to give your guests ideas!

I think it depends on your crowd, but more than half our guests used our registry. And you especially need one if you have a bridal shower. I'd put a nice mix of gifts under $50, gives $50-$75, gifts $75-$100 and gifts over $100. I think a few gifts $200+ is fine.

Yes. Aha I struggled pretty bad because there wasn't anything I needed.

We are struggling with the same ....

My sister just got married and did not make one and received several cards with money that paid for the honeymoon they would not have otherwise been able to take. (just a few days at a beach not too far away)

Yes, I feel you! We're struggling on the process of figuring out what to put on ours and where to have it. I know the weddings I have been invited to have generally had quite a bit of items selected off of their registry.

View Quoted Comment I'm having a shower, so I'll make sure to add one!!

View Quoted Comment Really? Wow that's good to know actually we've been getting a lot of questions about a registry

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Yeah, if definitely could be a regional thing since I've grown up in the Midwest. And maybe even an age thing. I know some people who are more my age that tend to just give cards and money. I'm more of the mindset that if they put something on a registry, then it is something they would find beneficial in their life together and I can show appreciation for them by helping them start their life together. Maybe that will help you with your registry?