Choosing the perfect wedding gift list

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• Published Wednesday, 4 February 2009
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We help you choose the right gift list for your big day.

These days, compiling a wedding gift list is essential. You don’t want to run the risk of receiving ten toasters, however great they are! Now’s the time to work out just what you would like to receive, and where you should place your list.

The traditional list
Traditionally, the bride and groom should put together a list of items they’d love to receive for their home. This list is held by the bride’s mother and guests wishing to purchase something should telephone her for a copy. When a guest purchases a gift, they will then contact the bride’s mother to cross it off the list.
Great for: Couples who aren’t set on receiving things from a particular store, and mum’s who are happy to be the organiser!

The department store list
Many couples opt to have their wedding gift list held at a department store. You simply visit your chosen store and put together a list of items you would love to receive. The major benefit of this is that you can choose exactly what you would like, and all the organisation is carried out by the store itself. Guests can often purchase online or in store making it easy no matter where they live.
Great for: Couples looking for a variety of items for their home, from bedlinen to furniture.
Make time to visit: John Lewis (visit John Lewis), Debenhams (visit Debenhams) and Selfridges (visit Selfridges)