Wedding season is back and bigger than ever, it seems. If you have a “wedding every weekend” planned on your calendar, we feel ya. Enjoy this mega dose of celebrating and let us help you shop for the right gifts no matter what your budget. From fine china and luxe linens to practical and affordable mementos and gifts, we’ve got the scoop.
Owned and operated by the Dabbs family since 1972, John Dabbs, Ltd. has over 40 years experience in the bridal registry and gift market. Offering distinctive gifts with top notch customer service and product knowledge. You can create your dream wedding registry, find the perfect hostess gift, or pick up something for yourself. If you’re looking for it – John Dabbs carries it!
Elizabeth Bruns wants your bridal registry experience (and your wedding gift shopping) to be enjoyable. Â With over 100 patterns from which to choose, their associates are knowledgeable and eager to help each couple curate a bridal registry that reflects their style. Popular fine china brands include Herend, Royal Crown Derby, Mottahedeh and Richard Ginori.Popular casual dinnerware options include Jars, Juliska, and Terrafirma Ceramics. And while a lot of couples are registering for stainless steel hollowware, Elizabeth Bruns also has a collection of antique silver accessories like wine coasters and bread baskets which are on many registries.
Monogrammed table linens add sophistication and charm to the table
The Graham Bar Tool Set in hammered stainless steel is a welcome addition to any bar. $198
Handsome set of six steak knives, meticulously handcrafted in France by Claude Dezorme. Â $170
This 15″ Super Bowl from Terrafirma Ceramics makes a statement and makes a beautiful serving vessel. Â Made in New York. Â $238
Beautiful Provence Platters charcuterie boards handcrafted from French and American regenerated oak wine barrels. Â Available with leather or wrought iron handles. Starting at $190
Coated linen placemats, hand cut and made in Italy. Â Imperceptibly easy care! Â Available in an abundance of colors. Â $110 for a set of 4.
Mary Jurek Design Festiva Bottle Chiller in made of easy care stainless steel. Â Practical and elegant. Â $155
Lovely gold plated and brass candlesticks by Aerin. Â $175
For a bridal portrait, this 8″ x 10″ Raw Silk frame by William Yeoward is perfection. Â Available in white or biscuit. Â $350
If you’re looking for ideas to gift the happy couple beyond china, consider the Wedding Registry and Gift Guide from Bedside Manor in the Specialty Shops. Luxurious sheets, down, bedding, towels and more from some of the most coveted linen brands, often exclusive to Bedside in North Carolina.
For the Bride and her Maids, monogrammed robes make for an extra special touch when you’re all gathered together before the ceremony. This waffle weave from Matouk is available in 6 colors (also a wonderful couple’s gift)
Gift sets from Bedside are the perfect way to gift your Bridesmaids something special. Choose from themed sets or let them put something custom together for you featuring your wedding colors
Michael Aram Heart Picture Frame, 4″ x 6″. $95. BUY HERE
Ralph Lauren Home Garrett Cocktail Shaker$175 BUY HERE Ralph Lauren Garrett Coasters, Set of 4 $95 BUY HERE Ralph Lauren Home Wyatt Ice Bucket and Tongs $195. BUY HERE
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