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Maybe...does Wal-Mart do registries directly or would it be through a third-party site?
There is a "love Wal-Mart" crowd and a "hate Wal-Mart" crowd. I feel somewhere in the middle about it, but it's not really my opinion that you'll have to deal with hearing about. If people coming to your wedding are likely to be among the haters (and the type to say something to you about it, and if you are the type who would get upset at that), you might feel more comfortable registering somewhere else. Many people use Bed Bath & Beyond as their go-to odds-and-ends store. But if Wal-Mart has what you want, register there and get what you want. Probably their prices will be cheaper and then you'll end up with more presents because people often say they will spend X amount on a wedding gift and then choose presents based on that amount.
So I guess my real answer is another question: how much would it offend you if people thought it was tacky?
There is no BBB around though that is the only problem. There is always target but I am afraid of their return policy.
Well -- if it's your only reasonable choice in your area, then go for it. Don't risk an unfriendly return policy just because some people might raise an eyebrow at your registry choice. I don't think it will stop most people from getting you things from there, especially if they can purchase them online and have them sent.
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If your guests are internet savvy amazon.com might be an option. I'm not sure if it's any less 'tacky', but people may have fewer pre-conceived notions about it.
Yeah, I felt a little... ahem... "uncouth"... registering at Wal-Mart, too. BUT it's the only chain store within a couple huindred miles of my hometown. If I didn't register at Wal-Mart, basically everyone my mom is inviting to my hometown shower would have to travel 4 hours or buy off the internet. Since I wanted to give everyone the choice of going into a store without having to make a long-distance drive, Wal-Mart it is. I don't think anyone is going to think you're tacky if it's one of the only shopping places available in your area. Plus, the Wal-Mart registy has an online feature that helps you track thank-you cards. AND they accept all returns, even from other stores. 
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I'm not quite sure why Wal-Mart would be "tacky." I am actually one of those people who try to avoid Wal-Mart, but that's mostly because of their corporate policies - not because of any preconceived notion about the store otherwise. If you want to register there, and you think it's a convenient choice for your guests, I would go right ahead. Since you're registering other places as well, anybody who prefers not to give their business to Wal-Mart has other choices, right?
I'm completely with suzanno!
I don't think its tacky, its your choice where you register! It's better than having your guests go w/o a registry because then you risk getting 10 salad spinners...
The only thing tacky about Walmart is the way they run their business & treat those in business with them. There's a reason they have rock bottom prices. :)
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i know lots of people who have registered at wal-mart! i think you want to keep in mind what is easiest for your guests to buy gifts from, so if wal-mart is close in the area it's a no-brainer for me!
If your guests will be happy to buy from Wal-Mart, then you should register there. At least on a registry, you'll be able to specify what you want! If you personally disagree with things about Wal-Mart, don't register there, but if you are okay with them and your guests are too, you shouldn't worry about how it "appears" and just make sure that you include things on your registry that you'll be happy to get as gifts, not matter where they come from.
I registered at wal-mart and had my bridal shower this weekend and got everything I asked for. There is a wal-mart near everybody so honestly I think its the best store to register at b/c everyone can go there and get you something. I dont think its tacky at all. :)
I'm not a huge Wal Mart fan, but I have a registery there out of necessity. In my small town people still have to drive quite a distance to get to a Wal Mart and a Target is significantly out of the way. We, of course, have other registeries, but we are registered there. They now have Better Homes & Gardens and Paula Dean lines that are nice!
I don't think so. My sister registered there and she had a wide range of choices and they were generous with their return policy.
I have to tell you that I registered at WalMart when I was pregnant and they had the BEST return policies. It was really terrific! Even though I avoid WalMart like the plague, it is one of the most "user-friendly" stores for shopping and returns-online returns, returns from other stores-no questions asked. The only reason I didn't register there for my wedding is because we registered at Sears and Home Depot. JcPenney also has a nice registry that I have shopped for several weddings I have been to. There were alot more home improvement type of items that we wanted since we're both encores & I own my home.
Ok next question then... I will make a registry at walmart, but would you put most of the kitchen appliances on the walmart one or the kohls and younkers ones.
I don't think it would be t*cky. More choices are better!!
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I would register for the appliances at the store that you liked the appliances best. And if they all have the same or comparable appliances, register for the one's at the store with the best price.
I don't know. My Mom loves Wal-Mart and pretty much goes there and socializes with people in the neighborhood. She hates Target. She thinks Target is too expensive. However, there are other people on my side and my FI's side that would think this is tacky. I like the idea of Sears or JC Penney instead. They have a lot of kitchen items for an affordable price.
I went with Target. It probably depends the most on your family and friends. I have a feeling that my Mom's side shower will look at the Target registry and just go find something they like a wal-mart anyway.
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Nah, go with it! Walmart has great prices! Plus, I've noticed that some people register for an item at, say, Macy's that is X dollars...that same item is a lot less at Walmart. Sometimes I buy it at Walmart and bring it to the reception anyways! Who doesn't love a bargain? I registered at Macy's and felt silly knowing I registered for a $100 espresso maker (which i can't wait to have!) and then i saw the same one (same freakin' brand) at Walmart for about half that. Grrrr. Stuff is stuff! Don't worry about people putting their nose up.
I don't think it's tacky at all as long as you don't register for things like Doritos or condoms.
In my hometown, Wal-Mart is WHAT THERE IS. Many of the people who will attend my wedding aren't going to want to drive the hour to the nearest town just for my wedding gift. And since many of the areas they live in only have dial-up internet still....
Also, I think it's very considerate toward your guests for you to register at a place that's a little more budget friendly. Not everyone can afford Crate and Barrel, especially during a recession.
I know that Target just changed their return policy and now let me tell you it is amazing!!! I know I'm one of the few who's had a good experience with target registry returning. Their new policy is that if someone bought something off your registry you can return it instantly and without recipt. You only have to print the list of your purchased item (can be done in store at the kiosk computer) and they'll take anything back. It was great!!!
I would reconsider Target. Just make sure you keep checking it for items that got discontinued or not sold in stores etc. Their online only portion of the registry is HUGE, with stuff you'd never think to get in store (camera lenses, much larger selection of electronics and furniture).
I'm not a huge fan of Wal-Mart, but we chose to register there for the convenience of our guests. We didn't want them to feel like they had to buy us incredibly expensive stuff and we knew that all our guests would have access to a Wal-Mart. I've heart Target is similar, though.
And we did have a few guests that didn't like Wal-Mart and bought us gifts elsewhere, which was just fine, too :-)
I have to be honest. I think that Wal-mart's quality is an issue. When I buy wedding gifts, I want the gift to be something that won't need upgrading. I want the bride and groom to have the option of having it for life. There aren't many things that I think you can find in Wal-mart that are that kind of quality. Yes, they have sheets and towels... but the ones at the department store may be made better or have more fabric or be plusher. I might purchase something simple like a kitchen set or pyrex at Wal-mart, but other than that I'm not likely to even look at a Wal-mart registry. My town has a Wal-mart, and a couple of smaller department stores with very limited household merchandise...so I understand what you are concerned about with your guests needing to travel to shop, but my guess is that many of them are already travelling to shop. In my area, most people go 45 minutes away to a larger outlet mall or 60 to 80 miles away to reach a metropolitan region for more shopping. With internet shopping online, bridal registries make it easy to view the things you need vs. the items available locally, and gift receipts make returns even easier.
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I was wondering if I could get your guys' opinion. I am registering at Kohls and Younkers, however these two store don't have some of the main things I am looking for. Would it be "tacky" to have a registry at walmart for the odds and ends?