.jpeg)
We may earn a commission if you buy something from any affiliate links on our site.
Looking for the best places to register for a wedding? With so many options out there, it’s easy to get completely overwhelmed about where to register. Start by narrowing down what kinds of items you want and need to register for—do you need all of the basics? Or just a few specialty items? And pick a store that aligns with both your aesthetic and your needs (the foodie couple, for example, might want to restock their kitchen by registering at Williams-Sonoma). Whether you’re ready to finally upgrade a few household essentials, add a few really special pieces to your china cabinet or are starting a home from scratch, these are the absolute best places to register for a wedding.
The Best Places to Register for a Wedding:
- For a One-Stop-Shop: Zola
- For the Mid-Century Lovers: West Elm
- For Tried-and-True Classics: Neiman Marcus
- For Modern Day Minimalists: CB2
- For Chefs-at-Heart: Food 52
- For Elegant Homeware Finds: Over the Moon
Over The Moon
For the fashionable couple who loves to shop both registry staples like Le Creuset and unique homewares from emerging artisans, Over The Moon is a one-stop shop. Easily customize your registry list in one convenient location, while staying flexible in being able to add items from other retailers as well. An extra perk is that Over The Moon registrants can select any gifts purchased to be exchanged for an Over The Moon gift card or into Paypal funds. (Don’t worry: guests won’t be notified about the selection post-purchase.)
Where to register: Online.
Shipping options: Flexible delivery options are available. Choose to have the gift shipped immediately, later, or choose to convert the gift to an Over The Moon gift card or have the funds transferred via Paypal before the item is shipped.
Return policy: Request a return label via customercare@overthemoon.com within 15 days of receiving the order.
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely, unless otherwise requested.
Zola
For couples who want a little bit of everything, Zola is the site to use. Couples can curate a registry from the many top-brands in Zola’s store, plus add gifts from anywhere else on the web. In addition to registering for gifts, couples can also add experiences and funds to their lists.
Where to register: Online or on the Zola app.
Shipping options: Zola will notify gift registrants every time they receive a gift and provide the option to ship it now or convert to credits to buy something else at a later date. If you decide to convert to credits, Zola will still keep track of who bought what in its Thank-You Manager.
Return policy: Free returns within 30 days of the shipment date. Zola also offers virtual exchanges through the couple’s Gift Tracker.
Registry will stay active for: One year after the event.
Discounts to know about: 20 percent completion discount for 6 months after your event.
Anthropologie
For the couple who loves everything from traditional homewares to colorful, quirky finds. Register for patchwork quilts, gold flatware, and fringed bath towels.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide.
Shipping options: Shipping costs vary by order total and can range from $6.95 to $15.95. For express and overnight delivery, add $10 and $15, respectively.
Return policy: Easily return online orders by mail or at a store. In-store purchases may be returned at any store location and subject to the store’s overall return policy.
Registry will stay active for: One year after the event.
Gift-wrapping fee: $4 per box or select a DIY wrap option for $2. Note, oversized or heavy items may not be eligible for gift wrap.
Snowe
For the couple that is starting from scratch and prefers the minimalist look, Snowe is the place to register. From crisp white sheet and towel sets to modern dining- and drinking ware, these are the perfect additions to a couple’s first home.
Where to Register: Online.
Shipping Options: Free standard ground shipping within the continental U.S. Two-day expedited shipping is also available for rush orders. When you create a registry, you can specify a “Hold Gifts Until” date and Snowe will ship them all at once on that date. Gifts can be held for up to one year after the wedding.
Return Policy: Return for credit or exchange by emailing registry@snowehome.com.
Registry will stay active for: Up to two years after the date you created it.
Gift-wrapping fee: Complimentary.
Discounts to know about: 15 percent post-wedding discount for the couple, 20 percent discount on the couple’s first-year anniversary, and a $20 post-wedding discount for wedding guests off their purchase of $100 or more.
Amazon
For the couple who order everything on Amazon, registering for your wedding gifts seems like a no-brainer. In addition to the endless selections from Amazon, by installing its new Universal Registry button, you can also pick items from any other site online.
Where to register: Online only.
Shipping options: Amazon Prime members receive free two-day shipping, and non-Prime members qualify for free shipping on orders of $49 or more.
Return policy: 180-day return policy.
Registry will stay active for: 18 months after your event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Starting at $3.49 for eligible items.
Discounts to know about: Amazon offers a onetime 10 percent discount on remaining registry item—as well as select non-registry items—for 90 days post-wedding date.
Etsy
For the couple that loves to search Etsy for vintage finds and handmade treasures, look no further: Etsy offers a wedding registry.
Where to Register: Online.
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely.
Details on shipping, return policy, gift wrap, and discounts are dependent on the individual seller and can be found on their home pages.
Restoration Hardware
Come here if you’re looking to furnish your home—it offers everything from lighting to linens—or just update it with Restoration Hardware’s unique vintage-inspired furniture.
Where to register: Online.
Shipping options: Standard shipping costs. It offers the option to have two different ship-to addresses, in case you would like gifts sent to different destinations pre- and post-wedding.
Return policy: Same as Restoration Hardware’s overall return policy.
Registry will stay active for: Three years after your event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Eligible items can be gift-boxed for $5.95.
Food 52
For the foodie and entertaining duo who loves to mix and match, Food52 is the ultimate place to score everything from one-of-a-kind home goods to minimalist table settings.
Where to Register: Online.
Shipping Options: Standard shipping applies.
Return Policy: As many items are one-of-a-kind made to order by artisans, sales are final. However, if something arrives broken or doesn’t make you completely happy, contact help@food52.com within 30 days of receiving your order and they will work with you to find a solution.
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely.
Gift-wrapping fee: No gift-wrap available.
Discounts to know about: The couple will receive 10 percent off the entire site for the six months following their wedding.
West Elm
Registering at West Elm is perfect for couples moving into their first home together. West Elm’s free Home Stylists will help you to envision your new space.
Where to register: Online, in stores, or on the West Elm Registry app.
Shipping options: Standard West Elm shipping options apply.
Return policy: Standard return policy.
Registry will stay active for: One year after the event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Complimentary service in stores and a flat fee of $5.50 per address online.
Discounts to know about: 10 percent off everything left in your registry for six months after your event.
Crate & Barrel
From cookware to a living room sofa and everything else in between, Crate & Barrel offers stylish pieces at affordable prices.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide.
Shipping options: Free shipping for purchases of $99 or more. It offers two different ship-to addresses, in case you would like gifts sent to different destinations pre- and post-wedding.
Return policy: Same as Crate & Barrel’s overall return policy.
Registry will stay active for: 18 months after your event.
Gift-wrapping fee: $5.50 per gift box.
Discounts to know about: Gift registrants receive 10 percent off all remaining items in the registry, plus anything else they’d like to purchase, for up to six months after the wedding date.
Houses & Parties
Rebecca Gardner’s Houses and Parties is not the place you register for plain bath towels and sheets. But it is the place you register for chic curios and home oddities of the chic curios and high-end home oddities of the outlandish persuasion: think vintage Venetian bowls, lettuce dinnerware, Puiforcat flatware, as well as Irish illustrator Nigel Peake’s teacups for Hermès. An added bonus? Houses and Parties offers bespoke service, meaning they’ll help you tailor your picks.
Where to register: Online
Shipping options: UPS Ground and Overnight
Return policy: All sales are final
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely
Gift-wrapping fee: N/A
Collecto
For couples seeking bespoke, outside the box gift registry ideas for the home, Collecto sources unique treasures from around the globe. If you have difficulty choosing what to put on your list, Collecto offers an exclusive concierge service where their team of experts will help guide you through the registry selection process for a seamless experience.
Where to register: Online.
Shipping options: Choose to have items shipped as soon as an order is placed or at a time convenient after the wedding. Note, given many of Collecto’s items are bespoke, shipping times will vary. If the item is listed as in-stock, it will take an average of 14 days to ship.
Return policy: Returns are accepted with 7 days of receipt, subject to approval. Note, a 20% restocking fee will be incurred for all returns placed.
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely, unless otherwise requested.
Target
From home appliances and everyday essentials to trendy home decor (at unbeatable prices), Target is the place to register. Watch out for its legendary designer collaborations.
Where to register: Online, in stores, or through the Target Registry app.
Shipping options: Free shipping on orders over $25 within the U.S.
Return policy: One year after the event for returns or exchanges.
Registry will stay active for: 18 months after the event for the couple and one year after the event for the guests.
Gift-wrapping fee: Small fee varies by purchase.
Discounts to know about: After the event, Target provides a 15 percent off coupon for remaining registry options.
Pottery Barn
Couples looking for classic, stylish staples should look no further. Plus, for the couple who love a good his and hers, Pottery Barn offers an extensive array of monogrammable items.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide.
Shipping options: Standard shipping, or next-day shipping is available for an extra charge of $17.50 but does not include oversize items or white-glove delivery items.
Return policy: Can exchange for another item or a merchandise credit within 90 days of your event or days of purchase, except personalized, final sale, and special orders. Note: Save gift receipts and packing slips to ensure you receive credit for the correct price of your gift.
Registry will stay active for: Six months after your event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Complimentary service in stores.
Discounts to know about: Gift registrants receive 10 percent off all remaining items in the registry after the event, plus anything else the couple would like to purchase, for up to six months after the wedding date.
Williams-Sonoma
For the couple who love to cook and entertain, Williams-Sonoma is a one-stop shop: professional cookware, pantry essentials, decor from Williams-Sonoma Home, as well as an extensive gardening and agrarian section.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide.
Shipping options: Standard shipping applies.
Return policy: Can exchange or get a refund within 90 days of your event or day of purchase (whichever is later), except on personalized, final sale, and special orders. Note: Save gift receipts and packing slips to ensure you receive credit for the correct price of your gift.
Registry will stay active for: One year after your event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Complimentary service in stores and for a small fee online.
Discounts to know about: Gift registrants receive 10 percent off all remaining items in the registry, plus anything else they’d like to purchase, for up to six months after the wedding date.
CB2
For the couple who has a penchant for design, CB2 offers its wedding registrants a variety of options large and small, from sofas and coffee tables to decorative touches like magazine holders and vases.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide.
Shipping options: Standard CB2 shipping options apply.
Return policy: All Standard Delivery items can be returned within 90 days and CB2 will issue a credit or refund at the time of return. Any furniture returns can be returned within 90 days upon inspection and refunded for the purchase price. Shipping charges are not included.
Registry will stay active for: 18 months after your event. If you need access after then, you may call CB2 at (800) 606-6252.
Gift-wrapping fee: Gift purchases will arrive in one of CB2’s shipping boxes with colorful tissue paper and a personalized gift message at no charge when a gift message is added at checkout.
Neiman Marcus
For concierge-style service, Neiman Marcus helps make the registry process a breeze. Consult their expert associate to help guide you throughout the process. Browse through the retailer’s extensive product directory from stylish Matouk linens to elegant Ralph Lauren barware.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide. Make an appointment ahead of time in-store for an expert associate to receive personalized assistance.
Shipping options: Free standard shipping is offered on orders. Express delivery can be requested with a fee.
Return policy: Items may be returned within 30 days free of charge. Note, personalized and monogrammed items are non-returnable.
Registry will stay active for: Contact a Neiman Marcus customer care representative after the event at (800) 727-4858.
Gift-wrapping fee: Complimentary gift wrap is available on all orders, with an option to upgrade for $7.50.
Discounts to know about: Receive $100 off any $400 Neiman Marcus purchase after registering, in addition to a 10 percent discount on remaining registry item purchases, and 10 percent off Neiman Marcus restaurant catering or dine-in food purchases.
Bloomingdale’s
Bloomingdale’s is a one-stop shop for registries, offering everything from cookware to luggage, and its extensive selection also means it has great, stylish spins on the basics.
Where to register: Online, in one of 24 Bloomingdale’s registry locations nationwide, or on the Bloomingdale’s Big Brown Bag app.
Shipping options: Standard shipping applies.
Return policy: Can exchange for another item or merchandise credit, as well as a refund with proof of purchase. Note: Save gift receipts and packing slips for proof of purchase. You can also make an appointment with one of Bloomingdale’s registry consultants for any questions or concerns.
Registry will stay active for: Six months after your event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Standard fees apply.
Discounts to know about: In addition to 10 percent off remaining items in your registry, Bloomingdale’s offers 20 percent off the remaining items in your registry on a single day of your choice after the event, as well as several more onetime discounts, like 25 percent off any regular-priced women’s dress or 10 percent off any luggage purchase.
Sur La Table
For the chef (or aspiring cook) looking to stock up on all the best cookware and kitchen essentials, a Sur La Table expert is ready to help guide you throughout the registry process.
Where to register: Online or in stores nationwide.
Shipping options: Standard Sur La Table shipping options apply.
Return policy: Returns accepted 60 days after the event or purchase date providing proof of purchase.
Registry will stay active for: 18 months after the event. Contact Sur La Table at (317) 559-2041 if you still need access after that time.
Gift-wrapping fee: $5.99 per item.
Discounts to know about: 10 percent completion discount on all remaining registry items in addition to any new items you wish to add. The discount is valid for six months after the event date.
Heath Ceramics
For timeless, handcrafted dinnerware—from sleek and minimalist bowls and plates, to linens and flatware—Heath Ceramics is the place to go. Those looking for unique, ethically made homeware with a mid-century decor aesthetic will find just what they need.
Where to register: Online or at any of their California showroom locations.
Shipping options: Standard Heath Ceramics shipping options apply.
Return policy: Exchanges available on all unused merchandise via a store or by mail within 30 days of receipt.
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely.
Gift-wrapping fee: N/A
Discounts to know about: A 15 percent completion discount is available for all unfulfilled registry items.
Blueprint
Blueprint makes it easy to shop by room and discover gifts that fit all of your needs. Keep your options open and flexible by adding items to your registry from any retailer on the web. Simply add the Blueprint button to your browser and you’re set to go. Guests also have the option to contribute to a group gift or cash gifts as well.
Where to register: Online.
Shipping options: Subject to the stores’ shipping policies.
Return policy: Subject to the stores’ policies. Refunds for cash gifts are available if they have not been redeemed by the registrants.
Registry will stay active for: Indefinitely.
Gift-wrapping fee: Subject to the stores’ policies.
Discounts to know about: Gift registrants receive 10 percent off Blueprint Exclusive label, Williams-Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, and Pottery Barn Kids items remaining in the registry.
Honeyfund
From funding the honeymoon of their dreams to a down payment on a first home, Honeyfund is the perfect option for the couple who isn’t in need of physical gifts—though you can add those as well: Honeyfund has partnered with retailers like Pottery Barn, Sur La Table, and Anthropologie.
Where to register: Online. Couples can also use the Universal Registry tool to add anything on the Web to their Honeyfund—including registries from other sites.
Shipping options: Subject to the stores’ shipping policies.
Return policy: Subject to the stores’ policies.
Registry stays active for: One year after the event.
Gift-wrapping fee: Subject to the stores’ policies.