Other than your wedding, there aren’t too many opportunities to scan your way through a store selecting gifts for your wedding registry. (Check out these registry tips.) But sometimes couples only realize later that they might have missed a few key items. Here is a list of somethings you might want to add.
For the kitchen.
Fine china. Sure you might be okay with paper plates and pizza boxes now, but family dinners and holidays in the future might call for something special. And wedding china is perfect to pass on to future generations.
Stylish dinnerware. It may be the practical choice to stick to a classic white design, but this is a registry so have some fun! Select a full stylish set or a few funky pieces to mix things up.
Extra wine glasses. If you are registering for wine glasses, consider registering for more than you need. Wine glasses are easily broken and you don’t want to find that your set of 4 is now a set of 3.
For the home.
Decorative pillows. Textures and colors can add so much to a room, but they often come at a steep price. Add some decor to your registry.
Artwork. Of course you’ll want to add wedding photos to your walls, but if you have a favorite local gallery, many offer gift registry options.
Photo albums. Most couples opt to get a professionally designed photo album from their wedding photos, but you’ll probably have some candid prints too. Protect those memories by registering for some archival quality photo albums.
Tools. A basic tool kit and a cordless drill will get you through most household projects.
Everyday items. Don’t overlook everyday household items like towels, blankets, lamps and other essentials. Take it a step further and include safety equipment like fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors.
Outdoors.
A grill. As more brides and grooms are having couple’s showers instead of bridal showers, it’s becoming more the norm to add a few things for the guys to the list. Depending on the style you like, a grill can be quite expensive. Maybe his friends will pitch in and get him grilling.
Patio furniture. There are many stylish and still affordable options that go beyond the resin chairs. If you want to create an outdoor living space, consider adding patio furniture to your registry.
Outdoor work. If your new home together will need lawn care, add a lawn mower, trimmer and leaf blower.
Outdoor play. Bocce ball, horseshoes, bean bag toss and more outdoor games can be added to the registry. These items can often be personalized with your new monogram or wedding colors.
