Wedding registry/ bridal shower debate

You don’t have to have a registry but to avoid people getting you random things you don’t need, it can’t hurt to put a registry together. In saying this, if you really don’t need anything, skip the registry, but, be mindful that people may still give you a gift. I was raised to never come empty handed and would never attend such an event without brining a gift, even if there was no registry (I’d use my judgement to pick something for the couple or otherwise gift money or a voucher) and you will have others like this.

Guests will give gifts. If you don't register for upgrades (that everyone can use or fun stuff in general that you want/need) then you will without fail get gifts do not want and cannot return. Some people say cash is the automatic if you don't register, but never count on that as it only applies to some social circles.

Physical gifts are a requirement for a shower.