19 Wedding Registry Ideas, Tested and Reviewed by a Newlywed
Updated: Jun. 13, 2024
You'll love these wedding registry ideas—hand-picked by our Senior Shopping Editor—long after you say "I do."
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When I got engaged in May 2022, I knew that building a registry would be one of my favorite wedding planning tasks. After all, what’s more fun than picking out the foundations for your future? A roasting pan isn’t just a must-have piece of cookware—it’s essential for the first time you host Thanksgiving as newlyweds. An outdoor pizza oven isn’t just the year’s trendiest appliance—it’s the backbone of Friday date nights. And that splurge of an ice cream maker? Let’s just say my now-husband and I have a bit of a sweet tooth.
While I knew what kinds of products I wanted to register for, tracking down the exact brand, make and model was a chore. (And that’s coming from someone whose full-time job is testing and reviewing the latest and greatest products!) Since my partner and I had been together for seven years, we didn’t need many basics. Our registry ended up being full of updates and splurges from our favorite brands.
While, of course, you should register for gear at a variety of price points to ensure there’s a pick for every guest, keep in mind that most wedding registry sites, including Amazon, offer completion discounts. This means that after the big day, you’ll receive a one-time use coupon code to use on anything still on the registry. So, go ahead and add that set of lawn tools or, heck, that massive Lego set. There’s no need to stick with traditional wedding gifts. For pricier products, you can also turn on a “group gifting” feature on most registry sites, meaning several guests can contribute to costlier items.
Now that I’m on the other side (we officially tied the knot in December 2023), I’m eager to share top-rated picks directly from my registry to yours. The best part? Every single item on this list has been vetted, tested and reviewed by me and a few other members of the Taste of Home team. You can rest assured that these products are quality and will last as long as your love.
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KitchenAid Stand Mixer
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Ooni Koda 16 Pizza Oven
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Anniversary Candle
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Big Blanket
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HexClad 7-Piece Japanese Damascus Steel Knife Set
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Caraway Bakeware Set
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Boll & Branch Sheet Set
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Solo Stove Bonfire Fire Pit
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Brooklinen Bath Sheets
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KitchenAid Automatic Espresso Machine
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Simplehuman Voice and Motion Trash Can
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Amaranth Vase
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Nessie Ladle
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KitchenAid Food Processor
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HexClad Fry Pan Set
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Ninja Creami
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Double Hammock
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Le Creuset Baking Dish
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Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
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KitchenAid Stand Mixer
Say hello to a wedding registry staple! I had my eyes on this stunning KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer for years. I was particularly smitten with the blue-green color approved by interior design queen Joanna Gaines, but there are dozens of hues to choose from. My 10-speed mixer comes in handy when kneading dough, mixing batter, whipping egg whites—you name it. Plus, it offers the brand’s unbeatable craftsmanship and power.
Ooni Koda 16 Pizza Oven
Sure, it’s a bit of a splurge, but no 2024 wedding registry is complete without the oh-so-trendy Ooni Koda 16. This generously sized pizza oven is the cornerstone of our backyard get-togethers. Not only does it cook fresh, homemade ‘zas in just 60 seconds, but it reaches temperatures up to 950 degrees for an authentic, restaurant-worthy taste. Need more convincing? Read our Ooni pizza oven review.
Anniversary Candle
Don’t sleep on sentimental wedding registry ideas! This anniversary candle from Birthdate Co. is a sweet way to commemorate your special day. It’s fully customizable with your names and wedding date. Plus, I can confirm that the mix of sage, frankincense and oakmoss smells heavenly. We plan to light ours every year as an anniversary celebration.
Big Blanket
After all that wedding planning? Trust me when I say you’ll want to take a nice, long nap. We’re obsessed with our Big Blanket, aptly named for its generous 10×10-foot size. We both easily fit under this best blanket with plenty of room to spare.
HexClad 7-Piece Japanese Damascus Steel Knife Set
My partner and I were eager to trade in our set of cheap $20 knives for an heirloom-quality set. This stunning HexClad magnetic knife set fits the bill. The mix of a chef’s, bread, santoku, utility and paring knife, plus a honing steel and magnetic organizing block, ensure we have everything we need to cook together. We use this bundle every. single. day. As an added bonus, HexClad is endorsed by one of our favorite celebrity chefs, Gordon Ramsay.
Caraway Bakeware Set
Another upgrade? Trading in our mismatched baking gear for a pretty, cohesive set. Caraway bakeware offers it all, including two baking sheets, a muffin tin, a 13×9 pan, a 9×9 square pan, a loaf pan, a cooling rack and two 9-inch cake rounds. My favorite part is the set of two storage containers that take our cupboard from “jumbled mess” to “sleek and styled.” The only hard part was choosing one of nine stunning colors. Read our Caraway bakeware review for the full scoop.
Boll & Branch Sheet Set
Are you sensing a theme, yet? This classic registry pick is an essential upgrade from the bedding that’s been around for longer than our relationship. I had no idea what I was missing until I tried the Boll & Branch crisp percale sheet set. This cooling bedding is the epitome of luxury, providing soft, breathable comfort in every season. As someone with sensitive skin, I sleep easy knowing these sheets are made of 100% organic cotton.
Solo Stove Bonfire Fire Pit
A slightly more nontraditional pick, the Solo Stove fire pit is ideal for couples who already have most of the traditional wedding registry staples. It’s perfect for outdoorsy couples and new homeowners alike. It’s been a blast roasting marshmallows, hosting backyard cookouts and cozying up around the (smokeless!) fire.
Brooklinen Bath Sheets
Bath towels are out, bath sheets are in. These extra-large and extra-plush driers make your daily routine feel luxurious. This set of two bath sheets from Brooklinen is a registry must. The oversized feel wraps around any body type, and the plush softness stays even after multiple washes. They feel like high-end hotel towels!
KitchenAid Automatic Espresso Machine
A $2,000 espresso machine?! Hear me out. While this pick wasn’t on our registry (it only came on the market in April 2024), it has truly changed our lives for the better. The KitchenAid automatic espresso maker whips up lattes, macchiatos or, our favorite, cappuccinos at the mere press of a button. The touchscreen interface is incredibly intuitive, walking us through instructions for customizing drinks and cleaning the machine. As two coffee nerds who spend way too much money at cafes, this machine may end up saving us cash in the long run.
Simplehuman Voice and Motion Trash Can
I’m confident this Simplehuman smart trash can will be the last one we ever buy. I love the voice and motion sensors that skip the lid fumbling when your hands are full of potato peels. One caveat? In testing, I’ve found the bin responds to more than just the “open can” command. While not the most exciting or fun registry pick, a touchless trash can is one you’ll thank yourself for later.
Amaranth Vase
Fresh-cut flower deliveries are one of life’s simplest luxuries, and I strive to keep my blooms fresh for as long as possible. Enter: The Amaranth vase. This genius contraption makes trimming flower stems and changing out dirty water a breeze. Instead of removing the entire bouquet, you can simply twist the vase apart! One of our editors tried the Amaranth vase—and loves it.
Nessie Ladle
Yes, your wedding registry should be full of household essentials, but it should also reflect your personality as a couple. My partner and I are obsessed with quirky kitchen gear, so this Loch Ness monster kitchen tool was a must-add. We share a laugh every time the OTOTO Nessie ladle serves up a pot of soup.
KitchenAid Food Processor
Before the wedding, our kitchen was very mismatched. So, naturally, our registry was full of coordinating pieces. This mega KitchenAid food processor is functional—it earned the title “most user-friendly” in our Product Testing Team’s food processor review. We opted for the 9-cup version since it comes in the same dreamy Magnolia blue-green hue as the stand mixer at the top of this list.
HexClad Fry Pan Set
A cookware set was the most difficult item to add to our registry. I wanted something that would last a long time and offer a nonstick (and nontoxic!) cooking surface. I decided on the HexClad frying pan set, and I couldn’t be happier. HexClad cookware truly is all its chalked up to be. We use these pans every day for scrambling eggs, warming leftovers, sizzling pasta dishes—and much more.Â
Ninja Creami
Some of my partner and I’s fondest memories revolve around ice cream. Whether it’s recreating a date night at our college’s local custard haunt or dreaming of Disneyland Dole whip, this Ninja Creami ice cream maker gets a workout in our kitchen. I love that I can whip up healthier treats, too. Learn more in our Ninja Creami review.
Double Hammock
After a long work week, there’s nothing my partner and I love more than lounging in a hammock. Thanks to this Suncreat hammock that holds up to 475 pounds, we can read, nap or sit and talk together. So far it’s held up beautifully to Wisconsin elements.
Le Creuset Baking Dish
One of the things I’m most looking forward to as newlyweds? Hosting the holidays. This covered baking dish from Le Creuset is up for any task, whether it’s holding a vat of Thanksgiving stuffing or my family’s coveted brandy carrot recipe at Christmas. Artichaut is my color of choice, but there are so many beautiful hues to choose from. (It’s no secret Le Creuset makes some of the prettiest cookware around!)
Dyson V11 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
Spoiler: I’ve owned this vacuum cleaner for four years. But if I didn’t it would have gone on our wedding registry without a second thought. The Dyson V11 cordless vacuum cleaner makes a tedious chore, dare I say, fun. It sucks up hair, crumbs, dust bunnies and dirt with ease, and the cordless function ensures I can reach every nook and cranny of our home. Read my full Dyson V11 review to see what makes this pick so special, as well as our team’s other favorite Dyson cordless models.
Originally Published: January 13, 2022
