From �I Will� to �I Do�: Bridal
Registry for the Busy Bride
(ARA)
- Congratulations -- you�ve just said �yes� to the
love of your life and a happy future awaits you --
at least it will once the wedding is planned! Once
reality sets in, the task of planning your wedding
can be a little overwhelming. Registering for your
wedding gifts can be one of the most exciting things
on your �to do� list, but making the right choices
on everything from dinnerware to bed linens can also
be daunting. Christiane Robinett, Pier 1
spokesperson and recent newlywed, is here to offer
some tips on making the process a little easier and
a whole lot more fun!
A �Site� For Sore Eyes
�I recommend registering as soon as you become
engaged,� says Robinett. �An easy way to do this is
to register online.� Registering online is a great
time-saving tool for both you and gift-buyers,
particularly those loved ones who are too far away
to attend various celebrations in person. �You can
shop and register for everything online at
pier1.com. Your guests then have the option to view
your registry online or visit a local store,� says
Robinett. �Once registered, you can check back and
add new items as often as you like. Your registry
will remain active for two years after your event so
guests can continue to purchase items for birthdays,
holidays, anniversaries, etc.,� Robinett explains.
Streamline the Process
Don�t register at too many places -- this not only
confuses guests but it�s also hard for you to
manage. Choose a couple of key places that are
convenient to everyone. Robinett says, �With over
1,000 locations in North America, there�s bound to
be a Pier 1 near every 2nd cousin and Dad�s old
fraternity brother who�s invited to the wedding.�
Personalize Your Registry
In addition to registering for traditional registry
items, be creative and add your own personal touch
to your registry. Your guests will appreciate being
given a wide variety of items to purchase. �In fact,
I�ve found that guys don�t mind shopping as much
when they like what they�re shopping for,� says
Robinett. �My husband decided to register for a desk
and a rug for his home office. Several friends went
in on it and bought it as a shower gift!�
Seeing Dollar Signs
To accommodate a range of budgets -- register for
items with a variety of price points. Accents like
candles, silk flowers, lamps and picture frames can
be great as add-ons or solo purchases. If your
registry runs out of items at a certain price point,
consider adding more. �Registering for gifts in
different price ranges is the polite thing to do,�
explains Robinett.
Let the Shopping Begin!
Now that you can check your registry off your �to
do� list, you can move on to other things. When that
wedding stress starts to get to you, stop by your
local
Pier 1
and look at all
the items you�ve selected for your fairy tale
ending.
So, from your very own personalized registry to your
beloved partner, may you live happily ever after!
Courtesy of ARA Content |