Wedding Gifts

5 Creative gifts for bridesmaids

Kirstina Bolton — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

There is perhaps no greater gift than to join with your best friends on one of the most important days in your life — your wedding day. So why not make the gifts for your best friends just as unforgettable? Here is a list of some of our favorite gifts for bridesmaids that offer something beyond the traditional monogrammed tank top and will leave your maids merry and bright.

5 Savvy gifts for his groomsmen

Kirstina Bolton — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

Cheap thrills only go so far so when it comes to dishing out some awesome gifts for even the wackiest of groomsmen. So we have you covered! Here are some of our favorite picks for unique gifts for your dapper groomsmen before your big day.

Celeb wedding registries: They're just like ours... sort of

Nancy Lee — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:00:00 -0800

We can’t help but be fascinated when we saw Kim Kardashian’s bridal registry at Geary’s in Beverly Hills and the glorious gifts that she had chosen. Those beautiful Hermes dishes and the over-the-top $7,000 vase would make anyone go starry-eyed. How about the amazing $2,800 knife set on Kristen Cavallari’s gift list or that $10,000 rug for Kate Moss’ wedding? It kind of makes you glad that you weren’t invited to any of these weddings, doesn’t it? But let’s get real.

How to turn your Pinterest into your wedding registry

Joel Miller — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 06:25:00 -0700

With its smorgasbord of beautiful images to browse through, Pinterest is becoming a popular tool among women in the midst of wedding planning .

Are you marrying a groomzilla?

Nancy Lee — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 07:30:00 -0700

Here at MyRegistry, seeing an iPad or other fun tech related items on a bridal registry is nothing new. However, once the power tools and the lawn mowers began appearing on our members’ gifts lists, I knew a new trend was developing -- one that was all about the grooms!

5 China patterns for the modern bride

Sherri Kuhn — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 08:19:00 -0700

All too often, the beautiful china a bride chooses is used only for special occasions. Why not choose a functional yet beautiful design you will use for years to come? We found several fine china collections you will always find a reason to set out on your table.

DIY paper wedding cone

Stephen Brown — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Whether it's your own wedding or a friend's, these gorgeous homemade wedding cones will create a whimsical gift your guests will be excited to take home and cherish.

Eco-friendly wedding gifts for the modern bride and groom

Sherri Kuhn — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Let's face it -- every bride and groom has way more toasters and salad bowls than they will ever use. What's the latest trend for wedding gifts this summer? Think eco-friendly options that the bride and groom will love -- and so will Mother Nature.

Wackiest wedding registries

Jamie Beckman — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:00:00 -0700

Combing through a bride and groom's wedding registry is like peeking into their bedroom: It feels a little voyeuristic, but the information you gather can tell you a lot about them as a couple. That said, some of the choices that future brides and grooms choose run the gamut from a wee bit offbeat to record-screech-worthy. Nancy Lee, president of universal gift-registry site MyRegistry.com, shared some of the craziest items she's seen brides-to-be choose — and then we asked real women to spill about the crazy stuff they've seen on their friends' registries.

7 Ingredient or less edible wedding favors

Claire Gallam — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0700

When you're planning a party on a budget, there are so many things you really wish you could have, but have to cut due to the price. When I was planning my wedding last year, the big thing that had to be cut was adorable edible favors to leave with my guests. If you are budget planning and can't live without tasty treats to give your guests, try one of these easy, DIY edible favor recipes! Not only are they cute, but they are extremely budget-friendly!

Tips for simplifying the wedding registry process

Nancy Lee — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:00:00 -0700

Let’s face it: Planning your wedding is stressful. Even when creating your registry, the endless gift possibilities can be just as overwhelming as they are exciting. Here are a few tips to help you maintain a stress-free and enjoyable registry, before and after your wedding.

Decorating Diva: Home decor wedding gifts

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:30:00 -0700

Welcome to Decorating Diva, where every week we share fresh, fun ways to update your home and spice up your living space! It’s officially wedding season, and chances are you’ll be attending your fair share of ceremonies this summer. Not only does a deluge of “I do’s” mean buying a plethora of party frocks for the various nuptials you’ll be witnessing, but it also means getting gifts for all the happy couples you know. To help make the present-buying process easier, we’ve put together a list of unique home décor wedding gifts sure to make any bride and groom swoon.

Stylish wedding gifts

Robin Baron — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:47:00 -0700

Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular days of the year for couples to get engaged, so odds are there's a new bride- and groom-to-be in your circle of family or friends. Also, don’t forget that wedding season is just around the corner -- once the weather warms, bridal showers and spring weddings will abound! Whether you need to find the perfect gift for an engagement party, a bridal shower or for the big day itself, here are a few great ideas.

5 Ways to make your wedding a giving event

OneWed.com — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 06:09:00 -0700

More and more often we see brides and grooms looking for ways to make their weddings less about the gifts they receive, and more about the gifts they give to others. Read on to learn how you can incorporate giving into your wedding day plans!

Cash wedding registries

OneWed.com — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:58:00 -0700

At OneWed.com one of the most frequent questions we get in both our advice columns and our forums is, 'Is there a polite way to ask for money instead of wedding presents?' The short answer is: no. There's really no polite way to tell people that you want them to give you a present, and you'd like that present to be money. Of course, the long answer is a little more complicated .

How to create your wedding registry

OneWed.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:55:00 -0800

Creating a wedding registry can be both fun and overwhelming. You'll want to create a gift registry that not only helps to furnish your new life together, but also is respectful of your guests.