Buying registry gift somewhere else

What is the proper etiquette regarding buying a gift that is listed on a gift registry at another store? I can afford to buy someone the exact item they are requesting if I buy it on sale from another merchant at a considerable saving. Is that bad etiquette, and if I do this, is it proper to.... [Read more]

Cash wedding gift registry and being told how much?

Hello, it seems I have another etiquette question about the ever so controversial "money only gift registry". My friend/supervisor is getting married. I asked him about his gift registry and he said "no we are doing cash only". Instead of leaving it at that he continues on justifying "we just do.... [Read more]

Wedding gift registry in USA but living in Germany after the wedding.

I live in Germany but will get married in my home state of Kansas and I am wondering how and if I should register for gifts. Anything heavy/and or bulky would be difficult for us to transport back to Germany. Also, some guests may not be aware that appliances and such run on different voltage and.... [Read more]

Gifts registry for a destination wedding

Okay, I have a destination wedding in mind and a reception back at home, and I now know from reading this forum that you should register for gifts for the people who want to buy you gifts. My only question is, do I then put on the reception card that we have registered somewhere or do I just tell.... [Read more]

Making a member of your family in charge of Gift registry?

Is it alright to have one of my family members help with gift registry? My mother is very busy these days helping me prepare for the wedding. The person I had in mind is someone that could assist her however is very good at houskeeping in the family and she usually helps the family choose the right.... [Read more]