Statistically, many of our couples get engaged over the December holidays, with additional proposals taking place throughout the winter months until Valentine’s Day. Even in a pandemic, it’s no exception – we noticed many couples continuing the tradition of holiday engagements.
Now that it’s spring, however, many brides and grooms are thinking about the next steps in planning their weddings. That includes one of our favorite parts of wedding planning: creating a registry and adding gifts!
Are Registries Still Relevant?
Some people ask us this question from time to time, and in today’s modern world, we can’t blame them. Some wedding traditions can feel a bit old-fashioned or don’t necessarily apply to 2021’s forward-thinking couples.
But, we always encourage our newly-engaged customers to think of it this way: the registry is not simply a list of items you want; it’s a way to help your friends, families, and wedding guests feel at ease when picking something out for your shower, wedding event, or big day.
Many of those close to the couple don’t like guessing at what would make a great gift.
Wedding guests want to get you something they KNOW you’ll love.
How Many Gifts Should We Add To Our Registry?
The Knot created an innovative formula to know how many gifts you should add to your wedding registry: think of how many guests you’re inviting, multiply it by two, and add a few extras.
But, if you’re planning on having wedding showers, parties, or any other informal get-togethers from now until the wedding date, you may want to add a few more.
Many of our couples find that they start receiving gifts from when they get engaged to their first anniversary as a married couple, so plan accordingly.
When Should I Start Registering?
Create a wedding registry as early as you can. As mentioned above, people will begin giving you gifts not long after getting engaged, so it’s best to be prepared.
Many of our couples engaged over the winter holidays have already created registries. If you get engaged during the second most popular engagement season – summer – create your registry before the end of August for good measure.
Is It Too Late To Create My Registry At Bromberg’s?
Not at all! Call us today or visit our Summit or Mountain Brook locations to get started. We can help you find place settings, decor, and plenty of other gifts.
You can also visit our blog to get inspired by real weddings from our dear customers.
About Bromberg’s
It’s Bromberg’s mission to provide clients with an unforgettable and enjoyable luxury experience. We operate two Birmingham fine jewelry stores located in Mountain Brook Village and the Summit. At each of our locations, we provide meticulous attention to our products to ensure quality for our loyal customers. If you are looking for that special piece, need a jewelry repair or appraisal, or just have a general question or comment, please contact us.