Bridal Registry::

Getting The Word Out... The tried-and-true method of getting the word out about your Bridal Registry is word of mouth. Once you've registered, tell anyone who is close to you { i.e., parents, bridal party} and provide them a comprehensive list of your registry sources. Included in that list should be the names, addresses, contact information {phone number, internet address}. Most people know to ask a couple or their close family and friends.
As tempting as it may seem and despite that store personnel may tell you that it is okay: Do not include registry lists of information of any kind about gifts in your wedding invitation.
Some guests may be offended by the seemingly overt emphasis on the gift than them joining in the celebration of your union.

Bridal Registry...

Happiness Spread in Expected Ways...
Not every couple is comfortable registering, and not everyone needs or wants tangible items.

The following can fulfill your wishes and can help your guests with gift selection:

** No Registry:: Couples are not obligated to have a registry. Planning an intimate wedding or your guests are all family and friends who know your needs and tastes? There may be no reason to register. Or you might register at one or two locations for a limited number of items.

** Charitable Gifts:: Steer guests to a specific charity that is special and near/dear to you. Provide contact information and a brief explanation as to why this charity is special to you. Be certain to inform guests to make their donation in your name {as a couple}, established charities will notify you of donations made in your name.

** Honeymoon registries:: Available through many travel companies and agents, these registries allow guests to contribute to a couple's honeymoon-trip fund. Be certain to work with a reputable company and that they have a system in place for informing you a each guests gift.

Your {Registry}...

many brides struggle with the decision of the number of gift items that the couple should place in their registry. although you should strive to balance the pricing of your gift selections, ultimately, the number of items is driven by the number of guests that are invited to your event. suffice it to say, the larger the guestlist, the larger the registry list {and vice versa}. be certain to be tactful when relaying information about your registry. as a matter of fact, let your bridal party be the bearer of this wonderful news!