Tip of the week - Wedding Registries

No matter what the style of your wedding is or what your budget and your friends and families budgets are, people will buy you gifts for your wedding.  They want to get you something you really want and need, so please do your wedding registry. 

This is a shopping trip that would be fun for both you and your fiancee.  This is the beginning of your new life together and it's great to have the things you'll need once you get back from your honeymoon.  Sure, you can register for china, silver and crystal, but while you're out with your hubby-to-be, go to the sporting store and register for those snowshoes or tennis racquets that you both wanted.  Or the hockey gear for him and the sweet roller blades for you.  You will also want to register for the everyday things.  Cookware, silverware, cool wine glasses, appliances, cutlery, sheets and towels fall into this category.  Everyone will want to know your colors of choice and sizes and this way, you will only get one toaster - not 5!

Make sure to register at least 5 - 8 months before your wedding.  This should be enough time for your friends and family to know what to look for by the time any showers and parties arrive.  Most companies will keep your registry for up to one year after the wedding date. 

Also, some places offer a professional bridal registry consultant.  This would be a good idea if you're not sure what you need.  They have the knowledge of the products to help you with your choices.  If you decide that you would like to work with a bridal registry consultant, call around.  Make sure that, wherever you go, your guests will be treated well, make sure the list, and the items on it, are easily obtainable, and the prices, selections and quality are acceptable.

Then, when this is all done, have some delicious dinner and a glass - or two - of wine and sleep well!