2011-04-18 07:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE
![]() | DAY 9: Win $500 Towards Your Wedding Registry!Get the gifts you REALLY want!
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2012-01-26 06:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE

In 2012, we’re seeing more couples than ever include their house down payment on their online wedding registry. These savvy couples opted to register for one of the most important things they could possibly ask for… a place to call home.
2011-09-27 07:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE
It's no secret that, traditionally, wedding planning and prep has been the bride’s domain. But our friends over at Wedding Republic are huge advocates of getting the grooms involved! (Don't worry guys, they’re not saying you have to pick center pieces if that’s not your thing!)

However, they do have some suggestions on a few key areas that you should think about stepping into. And creating your wedding registry is at the top of the list!
Why should the groom show up for the wedding registry?
Because it’s not just about gifts. You’re designing your future and in the process deciding on the “things” you need in order to make it happen. Your registry should be a true reflection of both of your personalities. It should show your friends and family what’s important to both of you and how you plan to live your lives.
What exactly does this mean? Well, to start, if you’re ...
2011-11-23 06:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE
One of the first responses Hana Abaza heard when she launched Wedding Republic was “where were you when we got married!” After all, until recently traditional, mainstream wedding registries were really the only option.

This reaction isn’t surprising considering the wedding gift blunders she’s seen and heard about over the past two years. While some of these mishaps were out of the bride and groom’s control (i.e. a ceramic statue of a unicorn from Aunt Ethel, purchased of her own volition) some could have easily been avoided with a little wedding registry planning on the brides and grooms part.
So, in an effort to help you avoid the dreaded “wedding registry regret” Wedding Republic has compiled the top 5 regrets we’ve heard from married couples.
2012-01-19 06:00:00 by SMARTBRIDE

One of the big 2012 trends that couples are adding to their registries are honeymoons. In fact, a honeymoon wedding registry is ideal if you’re already living together or are combining fully furnished households and have enough “stuff” (and really, will you ever use that floral china set?)
Why is it so popular? It’s win-win scenario. Couples get to plan the trip of their dreams while guests get an easy and convenient way to give.
Here are a few tips for creating the perfect honeymoon wedding registry:
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