Before you dive into the wedding planning process, compiling your wedding registry should be one of the first tasks on your list. We recommend using your registry as a way to brainstorm what you’d like to upgrade around the house, along with what you might need in the future. From classic kitchen accessories to bedroom essentials, here are some key items to include on your wedding registry checklist.
Kitchen Accessories
One of the first places to start with your registry is in the kitchen. Whether you and your partner are fans of cooking or prefer to order out, here are a few must-have kitchen items to include on your wedding registry checklist:
- Dutch oven
- Blender
- Toaster
- Cookware
- Bakeware
- Cutting board
- Measuring bowls
- Silverware sets
- Espresso machine
- Serving bowls
- Salt and pepper grinders
- Juicer
- Cookbooks
- Cast iron skillet
- Knives
- Pasta maker
Dining Room
From formal dinnerware to everyday place settings, your dining room essentials will be what you reach for anytime you’re entertaining or preparing a meal at home. Here are a some of our favorite dining room necessities for your checklist:
- Serving utensils
- Glassware
- Place settings
- Silverware
- Serving platters
- Wine glasses
- Napkin rings
- Table linens
- Champagne flutes
- Butter dish
- Gravy boat
- Bar cart
- Wine chiller
- Coasters
- Cocktail shaker
Bedroom Essentials
Upgrade your bedroom decor by adding a few bedroom essentials to your wedding registry and creating a cozy space for two. Don’t forget to add a few of these bedroom necessities to your checklist:
- Mattress pad
- Pillows + pillowcases
- Comforter or duvet
- Flat + fitted sheets
- Bedskirt
- Blankets
Home Decor
Make your house feel like a home after you tie the knot with some fun and useful items to transform your home decor. Here are a few of our favorite decor options:
- Photo frames
- Vacuum
- Throw blankets
- Wall art
- Vases
- Throw blankets
- BBQ
- Storage containers
- Plants
- Wall mirror
- Electronics
- Lamps
- Home office supplies
- Gift cards to home improvement stores
For couples who need a little help with the wedding planning process after completing their registry, be sure to check out some of these wedding planning websites along with our ultimate guide to wedding planning tools.