Alternative Registry Sites Every Couple Should Consider

The dream for many couples when they get married? To be homeowners together, which is where the website Hatch My House comes in. After creating a visual representation of the house they're saving toward, couples can share that image with loved ones, who can then gift them with funds via PayPal with comments like "This is for the window!" It's a fun alternative to writing a check and something the couple will actually use.

The brains behind flash deal site Gilt are ready to revamp the world of wedding registries. Rather than creating registries at several different stores online, Zola aims to be a couple's one-stop shop, offering products from various retailers across categories like home goods (decor, sheets, and electronics), kitchen (appliances, bakeware, and utensils), and tabletop (plates and dishes).

Couples can also add experiences to their wish list, like a home color consultation for $350, as well as opting to request gifts as part of a honeymoon fund or cash fund, the latter of which has options to help with payments toward a wedding cake or deposit on a home.

Registry Rebellion is perfect for the unconventional couple. This site aims to turn your registry into a creative expression so you can get what you want (like a cool skydiving trip) instead of those monogrammed towels.

Think of Honeyfund as a way to crowd-fund your honeymoon. Instead of asking guests for gifts, they can simply make a contribution toward your dream trip. Unlike most donation-based sites, there are no setup or transactions fees, leaving a little extra for that first-class upgrade.

Get everything you need — not just that blender— using SimpleRegistry. This site allows you to curate products around the web (local restaurants included) into one spot. It really allows you to think outside the box and get exactly what you want come your wedding day.

Turn to Merci Registry to create a custom website curated with the gifts you want. You can personalize the site's theme to match your wedding decor, create gift sets, and add a personal message for your guests too.

Chances are a national retailer can't give you everything you want, so turn to Knack. This user-friendly site allows you to create a unique wedding registry including everything from mixology classes to, yes, that mixer your kitchen needs.