MemberI would just set up a super small registry. That way people who feel that they definitely want to give a gift will give you something you like, but most will see the small register and give cash.
Memberhoneyfund.com is exactly what you are talking about. You keep all the money and don’t have to spend it all on the honeymoon.
MemberWhy don’t you just set up a honeymoon registry on Honeyfund or the like? It’s a good sight better than the “we’re living in sin, please remit payment” poems that I’ve seen. And while they do take a cut, you can keep all the excess.
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MemberMemberYou should assign one of your friends to organize and ask people if they wanna have attribute for a honeymoon special gift!! It’s the easiest way I believe 😉
MemberDon’t register, have people spread it via word of mouth that you guys could REALLY use money for the honeymoon more than anything.
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MemberGood luck! And don’t be bullied into doing things you don’t want to! 😉
Member@TheLawrenceBride: Fiance and I have been debating a similar scenario, as we’ve both lived alone before moving in together before our wedding. There are a few household items we’d like, but for the most part, we could really use the money to put toward a downpayment on a house. With that being said, a lot of people will be turned off by things like Honeyfund or MyNestEgg. I’d keep your registry small- it should be a pretty good hint about your preferences.
MemberThis one, I personally think, is best done as word of mouth from close friends to your wedding guests. And as you already have a house, most people aren’t going to be expecting your typical newlywed gift registry. And you can always register for your honeymoon. For example, crusielines allow people to register for dinners, wine and flowers to be waiting in your room, couples spa packages, and such as a bridal registry. Disney does the same thing–your wedding guests can even pay for your hotel room if they like. It all depends on where you’re going. You could always forgo formality and have a cute box or jar labled “Honeymoon Fund” at your reception.
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