10 Lovely Wedding Gifts for Marriage Couples

10 Lovely Wedding Gifts for Marriage Couples

Advancement of thought process has brought some unbelievable changes and made our lives a tad bit easier. One of the newest one? It has made it possible to demand gifts instead of just getting random stuff. Wedding registries have turned out to be a boon for both gift givers and receivers, by eliminating the hassle of choice. But for couples, the question of ‘What to request?’ still persists. Here are some ideas for wedding gifts registry for those romantic couples out there:

 Bedroom accessories:

The first home for any new couple is their own bedroom. Now with an open Wedding Registry, it is a good opportunity for the couples to decorate them with the best accessories and necessities. From a fancy wall clock to a lavishly decorated wardrobe, there is something in every price range.

Sofas/bean bags:

Newly-wed couples are prone to receiving guests every now and then, and an extra seating can always come in handy. For a mid-price range, one can opt for the regular sofas or funky bean bags.

Mini Fridge/Wine-cooler/Coffee maker:

Apart from usual husband-wife, another role the couples have to play is the generous hosts. And a Mini Fridge to keep the drinks cold and a coffee maker to dispense coffee at will can help them push through the busy host life. Also, who wouldn’t want cool wine in a romantic dinner after a long day and a hot coffee on a lazy Monday morning

Music Box/Karaoke:

It is a popular saying that a wedding is the start of a long movie where the husband is the actor and wife the actress. And what fun is the movie without any music? Request a music box, speakers, karaoke sets for a gift to pump up your life.

Travel Accessories:

For a couple who loves to travel, it is a perfect opportunity to stack up your toolkit. In the low and mid price range, you can find Briefcases, backpacks, hiking boots, Power banks, Swiss knives, tents, inflatable beds and so much more.

Kitchen Accessories

It’s not a new fact that couples bond really well over food. So why not help them in this tasty process of love? Couple aprons, crockery, little shakers, they can really make a mark.

Cameras:

For people who can afford higher end gifts, a Digi-cam or a Polaroid camera can literally help couple capture those romantic moments together

Comfy-Blankets:

They keep couples warm, perfect for a cuddle session, soft on hands, and overall a perfect couple accessory. You get the picture right?

Grooming Sets:

First few months of marriage are always exciting. The couples are at their peak of being socially active. And hence a grooming or make-up kit can be a life saver for them.

Personalized Couple sets:

A normal gift may or may not find its way in the use of the receiver, but a personalized frame, clock, mugs, cushions would make them smile and put to use immediately. Well, you can never re-gift something personalized for you!

Now go ahead, help the couples have a lovely start! And couples, you now know what to demand!

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5 New Dressing Trends in the Wedding

5 New Dressing Trends in the Wedding

With the unrealistic expectations set by the Social Media, everybody now wants to look more than perfect on their big wedding day. And to ensure than, they have to stay updated on the latest fashion trends that are prevailing in the market. Here are some to look out for in 2019.

#1. Floral Prints:

Floral patterns for men are not a common sight in weddings, but the trend is catching up and they are rocking them. Followed by everyone from celebrities to every other groom getting married, this design is here to stay for long.

#2. Twin it!

 To make the wedding pictures more beautiful and pleasing to the eye, the couples opt for similar color patterns of their respective designer wears. This makes the couples sit together and make some of their first couple decisions together.

#3. Traditional Wear:

Wearing outfits that showcases the ethnicity of the couples brings out that natural beauty out and would blend really well if the stage decoration is done accordingly. And as a plus point, it would make your parents and relatives super happy too.

#4. Accessories:

Not just for the bride, but the groom can also fashion many accessory to his wedding dress. A shiny brooch, fancy bracelets, hair clips, floral belt, turban and many more. If you are too confused by the choice, just put them in your list of Wedding Registry to let your guests choose for you.

#5. Inspired outfit:

Yet another popular choices are when the bride and groom take inspiration of their outfits from famous movies, TV shows, celebrity weddings and other wedding pictures. So if you see something go viral, there is a good chance it might be caught up by more than just one designer.

Whatever your choice might be in the end it’s just a one day affair and is meant to memorable for many more reasons than just wedding dresses.

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5 Ways to Minimize wastage in your marriage

Weddings are one of the biggest event one throws in their life. Most weddings generate a lot of wastage. This even harms our wallet drastically. This can be reduced in the following ways:

1. E-invites

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Printing out traditional invitation cards creates a lot of wastage as it cannot be used again. Minimising printed cards and sending out e-invites or online invitation can reduce the usage of cards drastically.

2. Gifts

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Most of the gifts we receive are Decorative, cutlery, etc. which are generally just re-gifted. To reduce this you can opt for wedding gift registry, where you can create a list of gifts you want. Your guests can either sponsor your desired gift or pool in money for the same. This reduces the duplication and wastage of gifts.

3. Wedding decorations

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People spend a lot on their wedding decorations. Most of the decor is done using plastic flowers, thermocol and Styrofoam name board, etc. Instead, opt for natural flowers and cloth as it will help in reducing a lot of wastage and it is also Eco-friendly.

Consider an outdoor venue as it can add a beautiful ambiance and reduce decorations and electricity.

4. Cutlery

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Most of the traditional Indian wedding use banana leave or melamine plates, but to accompany them plastic or paper cups and glasses are used. Steel or melamine cups and glasses can be used after being hygienically cleaned to reduce wastage.

5. Food

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Food is the most common item to be wasted at any wedding, crashing one’s wallet. Consider preparing food for only 75% guests as not everyone shows up and not everyone eats to their full. Serving small quantities of food can reduce wastage up to some extent. However, if you have excess food, you can give it away to an orphanage or poverty homes which would be a treat to them.

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Top Tips for wedding registry in 2019

Now the wedding registry is a list of wedding gifts that an engaged couple has selected in advance of the wedding. This is one of the best ways to make their transition into married life easier by gifting them the tools they would find useful and appreciate.

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Register for Advanced your wedding gifts

You should share your wedding registry at least before 2 months of your wedding so that your guests can plan accordingly.

Register for More Gifts than Guests

Guests sincerely appreciate being given many options that they can choose from, hence it is wise to make a gift list that exceeds your guest list and is flexible.

Access your household needs

Every couple should do this as it helps you set up your home. Before making a registry, go through your own home and think of all the things that you would be using on a daily basis. You can include things that would help you set up your home or anything else that you fancy.

Other options that can be included in your wedding registry

Now you can think outside the box and register for all kinds of things for your wedding. Such as a honeymoon package, fun experiences, cash gift, gift cards, brands and even charitable donations.

Register for a High/Low Mix

Register for several gifts accommodating different budgets. Keep in mind that not all your guests would be able to spare the same amount for your gift, so leave enough variations in your registry.

Monitoring your Registry

While making your registry, plan for your later shoppers as well, as most gifts are purchased within 10 days before the wedding day. You can mention gifts that need to be ordered prior, but make sure to include any last minute pick up options as well.

Make the process of gifting easier

The gifts you receive have been chosen with care from your wish list, hence there will be very less room for you to be disappointed. A wedding registry removes confusion and makes the process of gifting much more easily. All parties involved are happy and grateful.

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The 5 major things you need to know about Wedding Registry

What is Wedding Registry?

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In the simplest terms, a wedding registry is a list of wedding gifts a couple would like to receive from the guests on their marriage. It is a service where the couple would choose a list of products they need and might be actually useful for them. Once created, the list is then sent to the guests by the service provider or the parents of the couples. This eliminates the possibility of receiving unnecessary gifts or the same gift by hundreds of guests.

They save your time and money

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Close or distant relatives, we do spend time hitting our heads as to what to buy and what is the appropriate budget that is neither too much or too less. Both the hindrances are removed here as the thinking part is done by the couples on behalf of the guests.

You can consider making the registry private

Simple password protection is enough to make your registry private if you don’t want any random people to know the colour of your favourite bed sheets or the brand of music player you prefer.

Add a few things just for fun

If the guest is huge, it’s time to get creative. Select things which you won’t buy in normal situations. Maybe an alarm clock that jumps, or a 10 in 1 kitchen cutter. The sky is the limit. Go for it.

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Futures of wedding registry:

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Though the sector is still untouched by many, it is growing slowly and surely. Many people prefer wedding gift registry to have one less task to think about in an already complicated Wedding Run.

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The Ultimate Wedding Checklist

A wedding is a huge life event not just for the bride and the groom, but also for the several people involved in it. And that just brings more pressure and expectation for the big day to be perfect. With happiness and joy, comes hassles and responsibility. So here is an ultimate checklist to guide you in this thick jungle of ‘Big Fat Indian Weddings’:

1.     Fix a Budget:

A wedding is not just any event. It can cost a fortune for the families. Even though the new generation has changed the way of spending with both sides of families contributing to the special occasion, it can still burn a hole in the pocket. If it is going to be a week-long, high-end wedding or just a simple wedding with only the important rituals and occasions, make sure it is the first thing you decide upon as a couple. This can be the first major financial planning as a couple!

2.     Plan and make a list:

A normal Indian wedding goes on for a minimum of 2-3 days. So no matter how sure you are that you got everything covered, you always miss a few departments that need to be looked after. A basic wedding would require planning on: the Venue, Catering, Photographers, Clothing, Priest, Make-up, Hotels, Invitations, Mehendi artists, Decorators. And if you’re opting for a more luxurious one, add a few extra things to the list like DJs, Website, Florists, Transportation, Entertainments, Celebrities, Fashion Designers, professional planners, themed props and anything that could make your wedding stand apart. Don’t be late; make sure it is planned at least 15-18 months ago.

3.     Work on it and start booking:

It’s about 12 months to go before the D-day. It’s about time to start ticking off items and do all the required pre-bookings. It is hardest to get hold of an ideal venue, hence make that as a priority and tackle it first. Apart from that, 12 months is quite a comfortable time to book the rest. But do not procrastinate. I repeat, do not procrastinate!

4.     Plan the pre-event ceremonies:

They come out of the blue and are unavoidable. A DJ party for your office mates, a dinner party for your college mates or a fancy bachelor party. There are a few more months before the wedding, and now might be the perfect time to throw a party!

5.     Trial test:

3-4 months to go and it’s time to do a test run. Check if your Wedding dresses are perfect. If not, make them perfect. Don’t settle for anything less. Check if the decorations which are planned goes well with the venue. Go through the music playlist. Proofread your invitations. Check if you’re missing anyone from the guest list. Taste the items on your catering list. If there are any last minute major changes to be made, it has to be done now!

6.     Invitations:

4-6 weeks before the wedding is an ideal period to distribute the invitations. Locals, nationals, internationals, select a medium that will deliver your cards as soon as possible and start the inviting process. Following the trend, one can mention their wedding registry link in the invitation that would free both the guests and the hosts from the hassles of gifts. A wedding registry is a list of prepared by the couple as to items which they require and which can be given to them as gifts.

7.  Assign the tasks:

If you hire professional wedding planners, then you may not worry much about things being done properly and on time. But if you plan to make your friends and relatives in charge of each department, make sure they handle their part well. Have a discussion with them a few days before the ceremonies start and assign ahead to keep following up with them throughout the wedding. After all, you would be busy standing still and smiling for 4 days straight. And that can be hard. The bottom line is, wedding preparations are done to ensure that it is memorable and enjoyable for everyone attending it. So why should you be left out of it! Plan it, and have fun while you’re at it.

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