Only you know what your friends and family would feel comfortable spending, so keep that range in mind as you register. Jean Moses, special projects and bridal director at Waterford, recommends registering for items beginning at $5 or $10 for shower gifts and going up to $1,000 for wedding gifts that guests may want to go in on together.

Twig-motif silver-plated flatware, Michael Aram, $82.50 for a five-piece setting; at Barneys New York, 888-822-7639.