The traditional list
Traditionally, the bride and groom should put together a list of items they’d love to receive for their home. This list is held by the bride’s mother and guests wishing to purchase something should telephone her for a copy. When a guest purchases a gift, they will then contact the bride’s mother to cross it off the list. This is a great idea for couples who aren’t set on receiving things from a particular store, and whose mum’s are happy to be the organiser!
The department store list
Many couples opt to have their wedding gift list held at a department store. You simply visit your chosen store and put together a list of items you would love to receive. The major benefit of this is that you can choose exactly what you would like, and all the organisation is carried out by the store itself. Guests can often purchase online or in store making it easy no matter where they live. This is great for couples looking for a variety of items for their home, from bedlinen to furniture.
The gift company list
Similar to a department store list, these companies specialise in gift lists. The main benefit is that you can put together a varied list, with products from different suppliers – from a classic China dinner service to a contemporary piece of furniture! This is great for couples who already live together and are looking for unique items for their home.
The alternative list
When it comes to gift lists, the world is your oyster. Why not put together a wine wedding list, a list of plants and shrubs for your garden, or even a charity list? This is great for couples who have all they need for their home, or who would like to donate to charity.
The honeymoon list
If you’re dreaming of a fabulous honeymoon but your budget doesn’t quite stretch far enough, why not ask for honeymoon contributions for your wedding gift list? Guests could even buy particular treats such as dinner on the beach, or a diving trip. This is great for couples who want the honeymoon of a lifetime.
Your Wedding Stationery
If you would like your gift list printed as an insert to match your wedding invitations, look no further than The Designer Card Company. Wallet style invitations are available to ensure that all of the contents of your wedding invitations are neatly enclosed. Your wedding invitations can be part of a set of matching personalised wedding stationery, and a number of wedding stationery designs are available to choose from.
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