Get Those Once in a Lifetime Items with a Prezola Gift List

Kat

Devlin Photos

September 12, 2018

At one time or another we've probably all dreamt of going all out and splashing on that thing we'd really love to own but could never, ever afford (mine is a copper bath if anyone's asking!) A statement piece of art, a fancy yet oh-so-out-of-our-price-range piece of furniture, or maybe just booking that once in a lifetime, 5* honeymoon. Yet planning, and paying for, a wedding can really take it out of you (and your wallet!) so you'd be forgiven for thinking that now isn't really the time to finally take the plunge... Well, my friend, I may just have a solution for you.

Making Our Bedroom All Nice & Cosy with Prezola

Kat

Devlin Photos

February 2, 2018

Why You Should Have a Gift List (Even if you Already Live Together)

Kat

April 12, 2017

For many couples, the idea of creating a wedding gift list probably feels a bit awkward... like you're expecting your guests to buy you something. Believe me, I know the feeling. It was my birthday last week and I felt so awkward about the whole "So what do you want for your birthday?" question that I just told everyone the same thing and ended up with three Jo Malone Oud and Bergamot candles. Not that that's really a problem mind, it smells freaking amazing.

Real Bride Interviews: The Prezola Gift List

Kat

Camera Hannah

January 27, 2017

When my sister got engaged, and she and her now-husband started considering gift lists, I immediately told her to check out Prezola. Like many soon-to-be-married couples, they not only already lived together and so had many of the traditional wedding gifts already covered, but because they wanted flexibility with what they could add to their registry. Today I sat down with Rachel to talk to her about how she found the wedding planning and Prezola experience.

What Have You Always Wanted To Do?

Kat

November 23, 2016

My husband and I like to play the 'what if' game on a regular basis. What if money was no object, where would we like to go on holiday/ where would we like to live/ what would be our biggest dream? It's just a bit of fun, but it also helps us realise what we really want to do with our lives. Sometimes it even helps us to kick start actually start making plans to make it happen!

How to Plan a Gift List That Keeps Everyone Happy

Kat

February 17, 2016

Some of you might feel a bit weird about asking for wedding gifts (how frightfully British!) but actually, having a gift list really helps out your guests. These days, there are so many alternative gift list services available for those of you that want a more flexible registry, but one of my very favourites is Prezola (so much so that I've convinced my own sister to use them for her July wedding!)

The Wedding Gift List That Dreams Are Made Of…

Kat

May 5, 2014

Patchwork, A Truly Alternative Gift Registry

Kat

November 13, 2013

I've written about many amazing alternative gift list services before, but I'm yet to find one that allows you to register for literally anything you want... until now. When Gareth and I were engaged we went with the surprisingly traditional option of a department store registry. While we had a lot of fun running around pretending we were on Supermarket Sweep, I do wish we'd know about some more alternative options. I guess they just weren't around in 2007!

Don’t Want the Usual, Boring Gift Registry? Ask your Guests to Buy Your Honeymoon!

Kat

October 16, 2013

More couples than ever before are looking for alternative gift list ideas. Adding new pots and pans to a department store registry is about as exciting as it sounds, which is why so many newlyweds are opting to forgo the new linens and ask money towards getting started in their new married life or for something they've always wanted but could never afford.

Table Top Treats from Mateus

Kat

February 7, 2012

Pinterest has a lot to answer for. I've spent many an hour gushing over my 'Pinterest house' whilst ignoring the pile of washing up/my extensive floordrobe/the DIY jobs in my 'real-life house'. Well haven't we all? A little word of warning, if you've been trying to curb your additction I'm afraid today's spotlight post isn't going to help you on your road to recovery AT ALL (sorry about that). I've just been introduced to the work of Swedish design company Mateus. These cereamics and table top treats would be perfect in my Pinterest house. Let me illustrate...

Cash Wedding Registries with Deposit a Gift

Kat

January 24, 2012

Earlier this month I went to lunch with one of my best and oldest friends, Katie. We've known each other for years, ever since we started skipping Sunday School together! Anyway, this lunch was extra special (and it wasn't just because we went to Wagamamas) because she told me she was getting married...in March! Yes in under 3 months time! Anyway one of the first things we got talking about (after the dress of course) was the wedding gift registry. She told me they'd decided to go for the cash registry option and wanted to know if I thought it was 'tacky' to ask for money over gifts. They already live together, but they want to have the honeymoon of their lives. So, instead of asking for toasters, dinnerwear and cushions, they're asking people to contribute as much as they feel comfortable with towards their dream trip. They've added small things from as little as £5.50 for a favourite cocktail, all the way to a few hundred pounds for flights. I thought it was a great idea! Who needs another throw cushion anyway!?

WIN with the Zankyou £500 Cash Giveaway!

Kat

October 11, 2011

Alternative gift list specialists Zankyou have just launched a contest which I think you'll all want to know about - who wouldn't want to win some lovely cash to spend on themselves? You could put it towards your wedding, something for your marital nest (aww) or just that new pair of shoes you've been lusting after! To enter simply register with Zankyou between now and the 30th of October and you will be automatically entered into the draw for your chance to win one of five £100 cash prizes to spend as you wish!

Under the Spotlight – Zankyou

Kat

December 8, 2010

The traditional gift list may be a thing of the past for a lot of Rock n Roll couples. With more people than ever living together before they marry and with many of us being shopaholics (OK I'm talking about myself here!) it's pretty easy to fill your love nest with everyday pretties reasonably sharpish. Also, what if your taste is less John Lewis and more Marc Jacobs? Maybe you'd rather spend hours browsing etsy for cute, handmade things than the aisles of a soulless department store staring at dinner services and throws that your Granny would like. Or maybe travel is more your thing? How would you like your guests to be able to donate towards your honeymoon instead? Or even pay for a fancy meal out somewhere?

Under the Spotlight – Buy Our Honeymoon

Kat

December 1, 2009

So you're almost ready to tie the knot and you're getting into that fun bit amongst all the stress where you decide what you want to do for your gift registry. With many couples already living together before getting hitched, not everybody wants or needs new pots and pans plus in these cash strapped times, we can't all afford the honeymoon of our dreams. The solution? Well I'm really excited to share with you the awesome Buy Our Honeymoon who have all the answers you need. The UK based company (although they do serve happy couples from all over the world) are the perfect antidote to the mundane registry ideas - your guests can pitch in for as much or as little as they want and buy you fabulous treats ranging from breakfast in bed and bottles of champagne right up to a first class flight or a room upgrade!