Wedding Gift

Here are some suggestions that can help you find the perfect wedding gift for the new couple-a gift the bride and groom will enjoy, and one you'll feel confident giving.

• Be appropriate. Wedding gifts should reflect the needs and interest of both the bride and groom, so keep this in mind when searching for a gift. Presents for the household, such as kitchen ware, vases or flower arrangements for the living room, or household appliances are acceptable gifts to give at a wedding.

• Be specific. When a couple is registered, make sure that you don't lose the information for the department stores-this is usually included in the wedding invitation. Be sure to go to these stores first to purchase a gift for the couple. Also, keep track of the list of items that the bride and groom need, so that you don't buy the same gift as someone else. If you absolutely can't find items that the couple has requested at registered stores, make sure you can find alternate items at department stores that are of the same caliber. Most times, the couple will completely understand, and still love your gift. Again, depending on your relationship with the couple, you may want to purchase more than one gift. If you decide to do this, buying gifts that can be used together is the best way to go.