During the pandemic,weddings—along with graduations, birthdays, anniversaries, and major holidays—were put on pause. Many who had spent the past year meticulously planning their ceremonies, receptions, or destination celebrations had to postpone, massively scale down, or altogether cancel their nuptials. On the brighter side, being kept inside with only each other helped love bloom for some, and a whole host of new engagements are ready for celebration.
As the world slowly opens up again, here’s what we’re working with: A year (or perhaps two) that will be absolutely jam-packed with weddings. We’re calling it now:2021 will be a big year for weddings—and you’ve got to be prepared, whether you’re the couple creating the registry or the repeat wedding guest who will have to manage buying so! many! gifts!
So, here’s the all-newEpicurious Guide to Wedding Gifts. This is the cook and food lover’s ultimate guide to registering or buying a wedding gift right now. It takes into consideration that many engaged couples are coming out of this pandemic different—as better cooks, more dedicated to properly mixing a cocktail, or really enthusiastic about camping all of a sudden. This guide answers questions like:Do I send gifts for people who had to cancel or postpone their weddings?(Definitely!)Is it ever okay to go off registry?(Not really!) And,Can I go in on a gift with a bunch of my friends to save money, but still get something awesome?(Preferably!) Find all of our advice compiled in one placehere, and check in for updates and new stories in the days to come.
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