Set the Foundation for Your Home Life
L’Amour et Savoir Vivre means “love and the art of living well,” and is the heart and soul behind our creation of Juliska, as newlyweds, twenty-five years ago! From dinnerware sets to sparkling glassware and all the accent pieces in between, your wedding registry is the first step in making lifestyle choices about the things that matter to you.
With decades of insight under our belts, we’re here to help you build a fabulous foundation for your future with intention, and answer the questions of—what do I need and where do I begin?
Think of yourself as an Architect of Togetherness. You’re not just setting the table—you’re setting the scene for future memories.
A wedding registry really isn’t about picking “stuff,” it’s about thoughtfully curating items that fit in with the rituals, holidays, and special occasions that are important to you and your partner for your future life together. When picking out plates and glassware, think about the specific occasions that you will actually host at home. Does that mean Thanksgiving for the entire family? Cocktail parties? Do you prefer serving buffet style or to plate meals in the kitchen and bring them out to serve?
Pro tip: Think about your everyday lifestyle. What is your reality? If you love to bake and find it therapeutic, include a lot of bakeware on your list. If you love to have a glass of wine at the end of the day, be sure to choose a special glass that is worthy of this ritual. If birthdays are special, be sure to pick out a gorgeous cake dome and stand. Visualize, craft with intention, and invest in the experiences that matter.
1. Select your dream dinnerware.
Invest in a foundational pattern that you will never tire of. You will use it every day of your life, so you should love it! For many people, this means a white place setting, but for others it can be mostly white with some accents, or even colorful and decorated.
If you’re not sure of what you like best, a solid white plate is a safe choice and can be accented with an endless array of tabletop accessories to make it look special for different occasions. Textured or embossed white patterns are especially lovely because they are classic yet interesting.
2. Second, select your drinkware.
Whether stemmed or stemless, you want your wine and water glasses to complement and harmonize with your dinnerware because your place settings are the most vital pieces on the table, with the most visual impact. And remember, a champagne flute is not just a drinking glass, it’s the vessel for the legendary toast you’ll give that people will laugh about and remember for years
3. Select your flatware.
Many people choose one collection to use all the time, for everyday casual to formal occasions. Others combine two options—a collection for everyday use and a more formal pattern (think gold accents, elevated details) for special occasions.
Pro tip: If your dinnerware design is understated, you can choose a flatware pattern that is more ornate and vice-versa. The overall setting should be visually balanced. Lay it all out together. If you find yourself smiling, then you have the balance “juuust” right.
4. Now the fun part - add accents!
After you have established your foundational elements, you can choose fun accents to bring a little flair to your table. When creating a table setting, be sure to balance color, texture, and pattern—but remember—the perfect mix doesn’t have to match! All our collections are designed to coordinate amongst each other, and that gives you hundreds of different ways to express your own unique style.
Add linens (casual, formal, or both), and expressive pieces that put the finishing touches on your table (and make your heart flutter with delight!), from statement vases to candelabras—modern heirlooms you can treasure year after year.
Get started on your journey toward wedded bliss by visiting our Wedding Registry page or book an appointment at our Juliska Flagship Store (located in the heart of downtown Charleston) where our passionate entertaining experts will make creating your registry a piece of (wedding) cake!
