Registering for wedding gifts should be one of the most fun + stress-free aspects of your wedding planning. And, while some stores + registries take out the fun part, or severely limit what you can add to your wish list, Zola is the smarter wedding registry that easily lets you combine brands you love with curated experiences and cash funds - all on a single registry page!

Since we know deciding what to register for can be tricky, we thought it would be helpful for us to share a few tips on how to register for gifts you'll always use - striking the perfect balance between those fun + trendy items you're coveting now and the tried and true staples you will have for a lifetime.

Below, you'll learn how we'd find that harmony + you'll see firsthand our top registry picks. It's all so simple, thanks to Zola. From creating the perfect, personalized registry, to feeling rest-assured that your guests can use + navigate your page with ease, we're pretty sure you'll agree that Zola is the perfect place to create the best-ever wedding gift wish list for your biggest + best of days.

Registry Tip #1: Start with the trendy items first. Decide between the two of you what fun, specialty items you'd like to register for. Maybe a metallic bar set or some patterned serving pieces? Get these selects into the mix so you can then see what essentials you'll need to include.

GWS Registry Picks: Marble Venice Fog Place Setting + Godinger Copper Set

Tip #2: Opt for timeless bedding + textiles that you'll enjoy for years to come. A house isn't a home unless you can feel relaxed. We suggest adding classic, but quality, pieces - to channel your inner zen master - to your wedding registry!

GWS Registry Pick: Classic Move In Bundle with Down Comforter by Brooklinen

Tip #3: Think about your future entertaining needs. Your entertaining collections are another great place to mix and match on-trend items with solid staples. By choosing a few fun pieces and some tried + true finds, you can build a functional bar cart or entertaining collection filled with picks that will create the perfect foundation to play and entertain for years to come.

Another bonus to registering with Zola is the ability to add experiences, in addition to tangible items, to your registry page. From food subscription services to a honeymoon cash fund, you'll be able to create memories you'll treasure forever, in addition to building a household filled with perfect pieces for your newlywed lifestyle.

GWS Registry Picks: Crystal Wine Glasses by Waterford + Winc Wine Club Subscription

GWS Registry Pick: Murray's Cheese Club Subscription (yum!)

So many fun items to choose from, right? And the best part about creating your wedding registry with Zola is that you don't really have to choose at all! You can combine all your favorite items + experiences on your wedding registry, creating a page that truly reflects the two of you to a T!

We're guessing you're on board with Zola already, but in case you still need a little more convincing, here are few more reasons why we love them!

• Hold your gifts. Hold your gifts. Take control of box overload. Each time you receive a gift, Zola willnotify you and give you the choice to ship it now or convert it to Zola store credit to use later. Your call, every time.
• Everything in one place. Choose the only registry that lets you combine the brands you love, curated experiences, and cash funds on a single page. Simple for you, simple for your guests.
• Personalized Page. Have a registry that reflects your style. Customize photos, notes to guests and your URL.
• Group Gifting. Group gifting makes any size gift a possibility. Register for that swanky bar cart or tricked out Vitamix. Let guests contribute any amount or choose increments.
• Best Registry App. Take Zola on the go. Spot a must-have gift while on your lunch break? Use our barcode scanner to add to your wedding registry, easy and fast.

Ready to go? Set up your wedding registry with Zola and recieve $25 to spend on gifts!*

Happy registering, ladies + gents!

*You will receive $25 to spend on Zola.com when you set up your wedding registry on Zola.com, and receive $250 in Zola gifts. Zola gifts will be defined as any physical products purchased on Zola.com. Cash funds or third party gifts from other websites are not considered Zola gifts. The $25 Zola credit can only be redeemed for Zola gifts and cannot be redeemed for cash, cash funds or third party gifts. Credits will be placed into the couple's Zola account 4 weeks after a couple receives $250 in Zola gifts.

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