One of the most exciting things brides and grooms get to do when they decide to get married is register for wedding gifts. After you choose the store you want to register with it is tempting to just start adding all the things you are dreaming of to your list, but wait! Before you simply add a bunch of frivolous items to your registry, read these bridal registry tips:

– First, take an assessment of everything you and your spouse-to-be currently have. This is especially important if you will be combining residences after the wedding. Decide what things you will keep and what you will get rid of. Then, you will have a clearer picture of what you need and want to add to the registry.

– Now, is the time to decide if it’s time to upgrade or replace anything too. Do you need a full set of new dishes or just a couple of extra place settings? Is it time to finally get a new comforter or only new sheets? Or maybe you just need towels and wash cloths to complete your set. Put together a full list of all of the items you actually hope to receive.

– Don’t rush this. Take your time and if necessary add more items to your registry as time goes on. There are no rules that state you can’t continue adding items as you think of them especially if you still have wedding functions scheduled and your registry list is dwindling!

– Register at more than one store. You don’t have to get everything at just Macy’s or only Target. However, don’t register at too many places either. Between two and four stores is an acceptable number.

– Consider registering with me, your Travel Agent, instead of a store. There’s a good chance that if you and your spouse to be have already been cohabitating, you won’t need many items.

If this is the case, instead of items for your home, why not allow your guests to give the gift of travel by registering with Jody’s Travel for a gift certificate to use towards your honeymoon or destination wedding? We can provide cards for the invitations just like any other registry. If you want to know more about this option, contact us today!

– As invitations begin going out for engagement parties, showers and the wedding itself, be sure to include a card stating where you are registered. People can’t get you what you want if they don’t know where to shop.

– Have fun with this and we hope you get everything you register for!

Jody’s Travel Inc

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