Before setting foot in a retail store to register, ask yourselves this question:  What is your design style? The answer to this question will help you determine where to register and what exactly to include on your wish list.  Sit down as a couple and browse through home catalogs and magazines and try to combine your individual tastes in accessories and furniture style.

I’ve created an inspiration board on some design styles that I love…

Rustic Chic:

Photo Credits: Room image from Design Sponge Blog, Dinnerware, Wood Gallery Frames, Floor Mirror from Pottery Barn, Lucy Vase from Crate and Barrel, Hanging Maki Chandelier from Pier 1

Free Spirit:

Photo Credits: Room image and pillows from Design Sponge Blog, Battersea Sofa and Ikat Bowls from Anthropologie, Aqua Lamp and Glass Figurines from Pier 1

Minimalist:

Photo Credits: Room image from Design Sponge Blog, Larchmont Chandelier from Pottery Barn, Petrie Sofa, Pia Console, and First Light Artwork from Crate and Barrel

City Slick:

Photo Credits: Room image from Design Sponge Blog, Steel Sofa from Crate and Barrel, Fish Pillow, Ruffle Pillow, Black Lamp from Pier 1

Modern registry for the contemporary couple:

1)  Register for a library of books.  Amazon.com carries thousands of books you can register for to complete your literary collection.

2)  Giftybox.  Giftybox lets you pick an experience of your choice which range from cooking classes, dinners for two, wine tour and tasting, and spa treatments.

3)  Wine Club.  Sur La Table offers a Wine Club which lets you pick affordable handcrafted selections from boutique wineries throughout the world.

4)  Travel.  Websites such as sendusoff.com and honeyfund.com lets you register for your honeymoon.  Register for plane tickets, accomodations, and activities.