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The following recommendations

from these style-setters are sure to

be well-received.

Event producer David Stark,

David Stark Design and Produc-

tion “It’s not uncommon for me to

give blankets with the cou-

ple’s names and wedding

date discreetly stitched in a

corner,” Stark says. “It’s the

personalization that makes

practical items so revered.”

Doan Ly, founder of A.P.

Bio The floral designer

enjoys gifting experiences.

“Selfishly, I love taking

friends out because I get to

enjoy their company—and

the opera or a great restau-

rant,” Ly says. “And I never pass up

a Ferris wheel or carousel ride!”

Justina Blakeney, designer Her

solution for when you don’t know

the couple well? “Something crazy

practical, like a membership to a

CSA [community supported agri-

culture] delivery box for a few

months. I wrap a few organic

fruits and veggies along with the

CSA gift certificate tucked away

inside. Surprise!”

Dayna Isom Johnson, Etsy trend

expert and judge on NBC’s

Making It If you’re choosing some-

thing from the registry, include a

companion gift to personalize it,

says Johnson. “Buying a blender?

Add on margarita glasses.”

Go-to gifts for

the cool couple

FOREVER PERFECT

Serving

Pieces

“These splatterware

ceramics come in both

neutral and vivid tones,”

says Stark. “The oversized

scale makes them an

indulgence most people

won’t buy on their own.”

FOREVER PERFECT

Nature’s

Best

”A nicely potted plant lasts

longer than flowers and

transforms any space,”

Ly says. “Pick out one that’s

easy to maintain and give

details on care.” Bonus

points if you present it in an

extra-special planter.

registry

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1 March platter, $120. 2 CB2 walnut

spatula and narrow spoon, $13 each.

3 The Sill Philodendron Green in small

Grant planter, $36. 4 CB2 twofold

brass and marble coasters, $70 for set

of 4. 5 Oh Joy! cups, $50 for set of 2.

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