Is this TACKY??

Question

I wanted to include registry cards in our invitations. So people would know where we are registared. Also so people out of state can purchase something online of they'd like. It this tacky?


BTB 7-5-08

Answer 1

That's actually what i'm use to seeing for birthday parties and baby showers it's in the invitation. B/c how else would they know where u registered? Donn't write it plain out on the invitation. just stick anothr sheet of paper inside the invite with the FYI on it. Congrats and Good Luck!!

Answer 2

I also thought it was tacky to put the registry cards in the invitation. Then my maid of honor said that a lot of the time the guests don't know where the couple is registered and since they may not know and of the family only the bride or groom the guests may not be able to find out about the registry. However if you are registered at more than one store and put more than one registry card that just seems a little greedy.

Answer 3

make an online wedding webpage. It can have details of how you met, how you got engaged, a pic of the two of you, who is in the wedding, driving directions and maps. People can sign a guest book too. It can also have links to your registries. think weddingchannel.com. Then when you give them the link to your wedding website you are indirectly giving them your registries, without shoving it in their faces. I might consider this or leave it out completely and just have it spread by word of mouth. Besides, the bridal shower invite is where this should be announced.

Answer 4

The registry should ONLY be included in the invitations to the shower. NEVER the invitations to the actual wedding. Sorry, but that would be extremely tacky.

Answer 5

Very tacky and against all rules of etiquette. Registry cards were designed by the stores to advertise themselves.

If a guest would like to view a registry, he or she will ask a friend or family member of the bride where they are registered.

These days, gift receipts are so common that you don't have to risk getting something you can't exchange.

EDIT: It's also very easy to search a bride's name on various store websites, so it's super easy to find a registry if one so desires.

Answer 6

Yes, it's tacky. I'd feel insulted if I got an invite with registry cards.

Just like asking for money. This sends the message that you only invited the guest to get a gift from them.

Send me one, I'll not go to your wedding. Or, I'll run down to WalMart and buy you a toaster.

Answer 7

Traditionally, it's tacky. People are saying it's okay for informal weddings now, but I'd play it safe and stick with the traditional format. You don't want to offend anyone, especially some older and more traditional individuals who are used to the rule that the bride and groom can't talk about the registry. Anyways, everyone knows to talk to the maid or matron of honor about the wedding registry. They'll get the info they need, you don't need to risk making anyone mad over a silly traditional rude.

Answer 8

Yes, although it seems practical, it is considered a demand for gifts. Better to let a few friends and relatives know where you're registered "in case anyone is wondering" so they can pass the hints along. Or you can create a wedding website like at ewedding.com and list your registries there.

Answer 9

Yes, it's tacky. But don't worry! No one wants to be the person who showed up to a wedding without a gift. Just make sure everyone in your wedding party, including parents, knows where you're registered. Those are the people your guests are going to be calling when they want to buy your gift.

Answer 10

Yes this is considered extremely tacky. You should never include registry information in a wedding invitation. The only proper way to give out such information is by word of mouth. Let your parents and bridal party know where you are registered. If family members or friends should as they will give out the information. You can include such info on wedding websites or newsletters but don't include it with the invitation.