Wedding Invitations

Some couples are turning to online wedding gift registries because they allow invitees immediate access to your lists from all over the county. You should still plan on registering with at least one major department store or mail-order company to provide options for guests without computer access and for those who want to actually see and touch the items that they plan to purchase.

Some couples go beyond traditional gifts like china, crystal, silver, appliances, and cookware toward more practical, homeowner-oriented items such as furniture, barbecue grills, televisions, sporting goods, camping equipment, artwork, and even computers.

Many couples today register at travel agencies or mortgage lenders to allow invitees to contribute toward their honeymoon or home down payment. If you choose this type of registry, though, be sure that you also have a separate registry for more traditional wedding items so guests have a gift option other than a cash contribution.

Brides and grooms may also choose to be philanthropic and request that those invited make a donation to a specific charity in lieu of a gift. This is more common in second or third marriages, in which the couple are already established and do not need many items for their home.