Wedding planning are all about lists – possible venues, who to invite,  and heres another the gift list. Unless you are clear about what you want and ask in the right way – you are at risk with being swamped with spice racks, three toasters and his and hers pillow cases – heres so help to create the perfect list.

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Make your list five to six months before the wedding, so everything is settled before you send the invites out. Think about what you keep promising to buy yourselves but never got around to it , think what would make your home better and consider replacing items that are a little tired and then  ultimate list the must haves items you have been dreaming of. Choose gifts across three price ranges the £30ish mark, the £60 mark and the £100 plus – so you have all budgets covered. Ensure you have enough gifts for all your guests, even though most buy as a couple it allows a choice too much is better than too little. Then choose your favourite store to thave your list with, Next, john Lewis, Debenhams, House for Fraser.  If you like the items see if they’re service suits you. Will you have a dedicated contact? When will they open and close your list? How do guests access it? Is delivery free? What happens if gifts go out of stock? Once you have signed up, all you have to do is include the list details with your wedding invitations and wait for the goodies to arrive.