You're engaged, so get ready because you'll probably be asked a tirade of questions including, "Where are you registered?" People love being part of getting a new couple off on their feet, so browsing and buying things from a registry is one of the fun parts of being your wedding guest!
That being stated, know this: Not all registries are created equal. There's the traditional registry for household items, but you don't have to start or stop there. Here are some ideas to get you started:
If you are a traditional registry couple and just need things to put your first household together, consider looking through Martha Stewart's wedding registry check list. Here you will find everything from slotted spoons to placemats. Keep in mind that just because Martha says that an item is necessary doesn't mean you have to get each and every thing. You may never have a need for a wok, for example.
What if you two have just moved or are thinking of purchasing a fixer upper house together? Many new couples are on a budget when looking for their first place, and homes that need a little TLC can be easy on the budget. If this is your predicament, there's no reason why you couldn't register for paintbrushes and lumber!
Are you the couple who has everything? Maybe you want to register for people to pay for pieces of your honeymoon trip! There are websites out there that will allow your guests to look through lists of activities at your honeymoon location that they could purchase for you: horseback riding lessons, massages, scuba excursions, etc.
Or maybe you're the couple who needs everything or could use an extra hand in paying for the wedding bills. Many banks now offer cash registries which help you to communicate politely to your guests that what you'd really like most in the world is cold hard cash. Let's face it - many couples are in this predicament.
So talk to your sweetheart and figure out what kind of registry is best for you!
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