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Luv2Shop · Kate Spade

Is this tacky?

Kelly · Hermes

Instead of creating a registry, why not just mention those items to the family when they ask?

blink · Coach

I don't personally think it is tacky, I think it's very practical. My kids always ended up with way too many toys that clutter their rooms and rarely were played with.

But I think others might think it's tacky, so since it's still a little unusual and I wouldn't want to offend any socially graceful family members or invitees, I would probably not wishlist a lot of stuff. Maybe a few toys only just to give an idea if at all.

NCshopper · Hermes

I'd go ahead and create the registry, but just not include it on the invitation. That way if someone asks what they should get her, you can direct them to the registry, but it's not so in-your-face as to include it on the invitation.

For what it's worth, I don't think a registry is tacky--I don't think it's any different than creating a Wish List on Amazon or anywhere else.

joy0302 · Kate Spade

I agree that I would go ahead and create it and maybe just tell anyone who asks what your daughter may need. Some people get offended by the registry thing but I would rather have an idea of what someone could really use. I think it is usually people that are a little older that don't like the idea, but it would not bother be in the least!

XtinaStyles · Marc Jacobs

Sounds practical to me - I am clueless and overwhelmed when it comes to shopping for a little one and I know my niece gets all kinds of age inappropriate or redundant gifts. I wish there was a registry!

Boots · Gucci

I agree with the other girls. Create the list, but don't mention it on the invite. If someone should ask what they should get, tell them about the registry. This leaves the ball in the guest's court completely. Hard to offend that way.

Congrats on your daughter's first birthday! What a milestone for your family.

Suasoria · Chanel

Etiquette mavens usually say no registry information with invitation. It strikes me as tacky but (a) I don't have kids and (b) I'm not usually invited to kid parties anymore and (c) I generally give books. I can see where if this was a regular challenge it might be helpful -- and I'd make sure there are things in all price ranges to choose from.

greendiamond · Marc Jacobs

I agree with everyone here who says not to include the idea of the registry in the invite, but rather to verbally tell those who ask. I awould also keep the registry rather short. If someone directed me to aregistry I wouldn't think it were tacky, unless I opened it and it had TONS of items. I'd limit the list and keep items priced low.

Luv2Shop · Kate Spade

Thanks everyone, great input!!

gossipgirl · Dooney & Bourke

Kelly wrote:

Instead of creating a registry, why not just mention those items to the family when they ask?

I'd probably do this