2013 Bridal Registry Study
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2013 Bridal Registry Study
2013 Bridal Registry Study study overview the industry’s definitive registry study • Nearly 7,700 qualified respondents: o The Knot and WeddingChannel members o Wedding date in 2013 or first half of 2014 • A demographically and geographically dispersed national sample • To Qualify: o 18 or older and married or engaged to be married o Have begun the registry planning process • Fielded: December 2013 33 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study who is she? • Marital status: o 56% married/44% engaged • Registry status: o 71% had completed setting-up their registry versus 93% in 2012 o 13% were well into the process versus 4% in 2012 o 16% were in early planning stages versus 3% • Demographics: o o o o o 4 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Average Age: 28 years Graduated College+: 81% Employed Full Time: 77% Median HHI: $71,590 Geographically dispersed where does she live? Respondent’s Geographic Residence 9% 7% 15% 14% 17% 6% 4% 9% 19% 5 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study highlights a huge & constantly replenishing market 1.5 MILLION COUPLES REGISTER EVERY YEAR OVER $10 BILLION SPENT ON TOTAL BRIDAL GIFTS* EVERY YEAR 7 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study * Note: Total gift giving including registry and other gifts 9 in 10 (87%)* establish a registry • Couples register at an average of 3 (2.9) stores • On average, brides register nearly 7 months (6.7) before the wedding, versus 6 months (5.8) in 2012 Over 4 in 10 (42%) couples are registering more than 6 months ahead versus 29% a year ago Less than 4 months before 12% More than 6 months before 42% 4-6 months before 45% 8 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study *2013 Real Weddings Study while most registries begin in-store (51%), most are managed exclusively online (81%) • In-store registry set up has declined from 65% in 2012 • 8 in 10 (82%) of couples register items over a period of time Initial Primary Registry Set-Up Online, using a mobile device 2% Online, using a computer 31% In-store (with an appointment), 9% 99 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study In-store (without an appointment) 42% Primary Registry Management In person at the store 7% Online, via a universal registry 4% Managed online and offline equally 12% Online, via the retailer's website(s) 77% Base: Married or engaged with registry traditional registries still dominate Registry Types 2013 2012 2011 2010 Traditional registry at national/regional retailer(s) (Online or offline) 92% 93% 94% 96% Honeymoon registry (Traveler’s Joy, Honeyfund, etc.) 17% 13% 12% 11% Universal registry (GiftRegistry360.com, MyRegistry.com, etc.) 14% 11% 9% 5% Registry at an online only retailer (PamperedChef.com, Amazon.com Wedding Registry, etc.) 10% 9% 8% 7% Local boutique/retailer registry 4% 4% 5% 6% Cash registry 2% 2% 1% 1% Charity registry 1% 1% 1% 2% Other 1% 2% 2% 2% 10 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study universal registries continue to become more popular Used a Universal Registry Almost triple since 2010 (5%) YES 14% 40% Not aware of universal registries, but I would likely have used one if I had known about it Why they didn’t use a Universal Registry*… NO 86% • 11 11 11 UNAWARE 22% Not aware of universal registries, and I would not have used one even if I had been (NET) 62% 38% Aware of universal registries, but chose not to use one AWARE Did not use aincreased universal registry significantly to 42% in 2012 from Awareness of universal *Base: registries 25% in 2010, yet saw a slight decrease in 2013 to 38% Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Did not use a universal registry *Base: Did not use a*Base: universal registry easy access and “link & sync” are the most important features of a universal registry • Over 4 in 10 (43%) used link & sync to merge registries into their universal registry • Product alerts have dropped from 3rd to 6th position (47% to 41%) Importance of Features in Selecting Universal Registry Top 2 Box Add From Anywhere 75% Link & Sync 64% Cash Funds iPhone App 43% Product Catalog 42% Product Alerts 41% Purchase Alerts 40% Intelligent Alerts Styleboards 12 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 44% iPhone app use has more than doubled since 2010 (20%) and “link & sync” has risen from 38%! 27% 24% Base: Used a universal registry or would have been interested in using the ability to add items from across the internet is the major appeal • Ease of management declined from 42% to 35%, while the ability to include local guest options more than doubled from 12% to 26% Reasons Chose Universal Registry It allowed the freedom to add products from anywhere on the internet 72% We could add items from stores that do not offer a registry 48% It was easier to share with guests 41% It was easier to manage 35% It allowed us to include local options for guests in many different areas Other 13 13 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 26% 5% Base: Used a universal registry 3 players dominate the market • Amazon.com Universal Registry Tool has grown in usage from 26% in 2012 • GiftRegistry360 has decreased from 49% Universal Registry Used 14 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Amazon.com Universal Registry Tool 35% GiftRegistry360.com (by The Knot)* 30% MyRegistry.com 23% AmazingRegistry.com 3% OurWishingWell.com 1% Wishpot.com 1% eRegistry.com 1% Base: Used a universal registry Universal registries are most often considered a secondary registry *October 2012: New aggregated registry format launched on The Knot as a replacement to GR360. almost 1 in 5 (17%) choose a honeymoon registry, a growing trend (up from 13% in 2012) Other 16% Honey Luna 1% The Honeymoon 3% Honeyfund 45% Traveler's Joy 8% Honeymoon Wishes 10% 15 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Used honeymoon registry Registry with specific hotel, travel agent, cruise line or destination 17% honeymoon registries help couples pay for the overall experience • Contributions shift towards covering basic expenses vs. extras Types of Things Included on Honeymoon Registry 2012 Contributions towards your overall honeymoon 73% Excursions/Activities (tours, snorkeling, golf, etc.) 72% Wining & dining (meals/restaurants, champagne, etc.) 62% Contributions specifically for your accommodations expenses (hotel stay, room upgrade, etc.) 53% Contributions specifically for your travel expenses (airfare, etc.) 52% Spa/Massage packages Other 16 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 50% 4% Base: Used a honeymoon registry 70% 75% 66% 54% 51% 54% 5% influencers & information brides rely on friends and family—and the internet Influence of Sources During Registry Planning Very Influential/Somewhat influential Friends/family 38% The Internet 45% Consumer reviews Salesperson/in-store visit 36% 32% 9% Newspapers 2%10% 65% 60% 38% 33% 24% Books 3% 16% 81% 43% 31% Television 4% 20% 18 35% 24% Magazines 7% 81% 36% 30% Retailer catalogues 11% Bridal shows or events 43% 23% 19% 12% Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Married or engaged with registry the mobile registry smartphone and tablet ownership continues to rise—especially iPhones and iPads Smartphone 2013 2012 2011 Any 94% 85% 75% iPhone 66% 52% 34% Android 32% 33% 31% Blackberry 2% 6% 15% Other smartphone 3% 3% 5% 66% 45% N/A iPad 44% 29% 14%* Kindle Fire 13% 8% N/A Android Tablet 10% 5% N/A Nook Tablet 6% 5% N/A Other tablet 5% 3% N/A Tablet Any 20 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study *Note: Only iPad asked in 2011 more than half use their tablet or smartphone (55% & 54%) to work with their registries • Some brides say that easier access to their registries on their smartphone would improve that experience Almost 4 in 10 (39%) say managing their registry on their tablet is the “best thing ever!” How Use Tablet or Smartphone Tablet Smartphone Access wedding planning websites 39% 37% See which items have been purchased from my registry 38% 42% Browse/research registry retailer and item options 32% 27% Add registry items via my retailer's website or mobile app 30% 30% Purchase registry gifts for other weddings I attend as a guest 24% 17% Purchase items left on my registry post-wedding 22% 14% Share registry item pictures with family/friends/my partner 17% 17% - 21% Add registry items by scanning with my mobile phone 21 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 21 Source: Bases: Married or engaged with registry and own/use smartphone or own/use tablet retailers 3 retailers continue to dominate the market Bed Bath & Beyond 37% Target 11% Macy's 22% 29% 17% Crate & Barrel 21% 8% Honeymoon registry 13% 6% Kohl's 3% Amazon.com Wedding Registry 3% Williams-Sonoma 2% Pottery Barn 1% 12% 9% GiftRegistry360.com 1%3% 4% Bloomingdale's 1%2% 3% Primary Secondary 7% Walmart 1%3% 4% 4% 21% 10% Amazon.com Universal…1% 3% 4% Local boutique/retailer registry 1%3% 38% 11% 8% 6% 40% 15% 9% 8% • The Top 3 account for 2 in 3 (65%) of all primary registries • Target and Macy’s are the most popular “secondary” registry MyRegistry.com 1%2% 3% Sears 3% 3% Sur La Table 1% 2% 3% Note: Reporting retailers with 1% or more; Some bars may not add due to rounding 23 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 59% Base: Used a traditional retailer registry or online only retailer registry share of market has remained fairly flat 5 Year Trends: Top Registry Retailers Registered at: 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 Bed Bath & Beyond 59% 64% 63% 61% 56% Target 40% 46% 48% 51% 47% Macy's 38% 38% 38% 39% 40% Crate & Barrel 21% 22% 25% 26% 24% Kohl's 12% 13% 12% 11% 8% Amazon.com Wedding 11% 9% 7% 6% 5% Williams-Sonoma 10% 9% 9% 10% 9% Pottery Barn 7% 8% 7% 8% 6% Wal-Mart 4% 6% 7% 8% 7% Sears 3% 4% 4% 5% 5% JCPenney 2% 3% 5% 7% 9% Bloomingdale's 4% 3% 3% 3% 3% Dillard's 2% 3% 3% 3% 4% Belk 2% 3% 3% 3% 3% 24 24 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Amazon.com Wedding has shown the most significant growth over the 5 years Base: Used a traditional retailer registry or online only retailer registry 4 top retailers have the highest conversion rate Primary Secondary Seriously Considered but Not Chosen Registry Retailers: Ranked on Total Registered Bed Bath & Beyond 37% Target 22% 11% Macy's 29% 17% Crate & Barrel 8% 3% Amazon.com Wedding Registry 3% 8% Williams-Sonoma 2% 8% 18% 17% 9% 6% 21% 21% 13% Kohl's Pottery Barn 1% 18% 12% 14% 13% 13% Walmart 1% 3% 5% Bloomingdale's 1%2% 4% Sears 3% 3% Sur La Table 1% 2% 5% Belk 1%2%2% Conversion Rate: Percent of those that register out of those that considered/registered at a retailer Dillard's 1% 3% REI 2% 2% JCPenney 2% Conversion Rate 2013 2012 Bed, Bath & Beyond 77% 78% Target 65% 67% Macy’s 68% 65% Crate & Barrel 56% 60% Belk 55% 59% Sears 52% 48% Kohl’s 51% 48% Bloomingdales 49% 43% REI 45% 41% Williams-Sonoma 45% 41% Amazon.com Registry 44% 48% Menards 44% 41% Walmart 43% 46% Pottery Barn 36% 35% Sur La Table 32% 31% Dillard’s 39% 40% JC Penney 25% 29% Home Depot 19% 20% Lowe’s 17% 14% Pamperedchef.com 25% 25% 5% Home Depot 2% 7% Etsy 1% 3% Lowe's 1% 5% Menards 1% 1% PamperedChef.com 1% 2% 25 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 25 Source: Note: Reporting retailers with 1% or more product selection & online accessibility matter most when picking a primary registry Criteria in Selecting Primary Registry-Top 2 Box Extremely Important Somewhat Important Having a wide product selection 62% Ability to modify or manage your registry online 69% Ability for guests to make purchases from registry online 35% 53% 39% Ability to start a registry online 29% Proximity of the store to your home 27% Ability to modify or manage your registry using a smartphone/tablet 28% 68% 21% 32% 29% 22% 61% 56% 50% Saw advertisement for retailer 6% 8% 13% 26 26 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 78% 74% 35% 47% Brands carried 82% 25% Base: Married or engaged with registry 91% 89% 26% 47% Having multiple nationwide store locations Prior experience shopping at the store 22% 63% Affordability of items 91% 29% 3 in 4 say that a good return/exchange policy is also important Additional Criteria in Selecting Primary Registry-Top 2 Box Extremely Important Somewhat Important Having a good return/exchange policy 43% Having good customer service Deals/Coupons offered for my guests My fiancé/spouse's wishes Friend or family recommendations Having in-store registry consultants Free shipping or gift wrap 27 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 31% 35% 34% 29% 25% 17% 20% 17% 53% 28% 27% 22% 20% Base: Married or engaged with registry 69% 55% 26% 44% 42% 37% 74% the more items to choose from, the more likely a registry will be considered primary Why Considered Primary Registry It has more items we really want 57% It has more items we really need 53% It has the most number of item selections 51% It is the most convenient registry for my guests 49% It has the best prices and/or deals for my guests 43% It has my tabletop items (china, flatware, etc.) 29% It has the best return policy 24% It has the best customer service Other 28 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 28 Source: 20% 8% Base: Had more than one registry special offers at retail can impact registry decisions Registry Offers in Order of Importance 1. Completion program: % off multiple purchases from their registry over a specific time period 2. Loyalty program: Couple receives retailer dollars based on guest spend of registry purchases 3. Registry sign-up: Receive gift card (with minimum purchase requirement) at time of sign-up 4. Completion program: % off one time purchase from their registry 5. Registry sign-up: Receive a free gift (i.e. champagne flutes, frames, vase) at time of sign-up 29 29 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Total respondents registry items it takes two to register! • 7 in 10 (69%) fiancés are involved in picking registry items • 42% are extremely involved Fiancé/Spouse Involvement in Item Selection (Top 2 Box) Outdoor items (Grilling/barbecue, yard/lawn care, etc.) For Electronics and Entertainment items (Electronics, music, movies, etc.) Kitchen items (Bakeware, cookware, appliances, etc.) Tabletop items (Casual china, formal china, stemware, etc.) Home items (Decorative items, furniture, etc.) 79% 78% 63% 61% 56% 2 in 3 fiancés are also involved in selecting registry store(s) 31 31 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Married or engaged with registry Base: Married or engaged with registry couples wanted a variety of items at different prices to choose from How Determined Number of Different Items for Registry Wanted variety of options at different price points 70% We just picked the items we wanted 65% How much we need to equip our household 64% Number of wedding guests invited 46% Recommendations from friends or family members 30% Registrants selected an average of 140 items 32 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 32 Source: Base: Married or engaged with registry multiple factors are important in selecting registry items Most Important Criteria in Selecting Primary Registry-Top Box Quality 88% Durability 79% Style/Design 65% Product Features 62% Price 61% Availability at preferred retailers Brand names 33 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 48% 20% Base: Married or engaged with registry Quality and durability are considered most important overall brides think of their registries as practical • The top 4 descriptors have all increased in importance vs. 2012 TOP Registry Descriptors (Up to 3 Selected) Practical Casual Traditional Contemporary Fun Value conscious Sophisticated Upscale Eclectic Trendy Vintage Cool Romantic Formal Active Eco-Friendly 34 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Married or engaged with registry 2013 62% 38% 36% 21% 17% 15% 14% 8% 6% 6% 6% 5% 5% 4% 4% 4% 2012 53% 33% 32% 17% 18% 13% 14% 7% 6% 6% 6% 5% 5% 4% 3% 4% kitchen items are most popular Registry Items Bakeware 88% Kitchen accessories (whisks, mixing spoons, etc.) 86% Kitchen appliances/electrics (mixer, coffee maker, etc.) 85% Cookware Registry Items Crystal/Stemware 40% 84% Grilling, Barbecue, Outdoor entertainment 38% Bath items (towels, bath rugs, etc.) 83% Luggage/Travel gear 37% Bedding 81% Gift cards 33% Cutlery (knives, cutting tools, etc.) 73% Formal/Fine china 28% Flatware 68% Electronics (stereo, television, camera, etc.) 19% Casual/Everyday china 66% Furniture 17% Home appliances (iron, vacuum, fan, etc.) 65% Yard/Lawn care/Patio items 16% Sports/Outdoor gear 16% Table accents/Serveware (bowls, candlesticks, etc.) 64% Power tools 15% Barware 58% Music, movies, books, games (DVDs, CDs, etc.) 10% Decorative home items (frames, vases, etc.) 57% Personal care items (electric toothbrush, razor, etc.) 8% Table linens 40% Other 3% 35 35 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Married or engaged with registry couples like to keep it casual Entertaining Style The casual entertainer: A few good friends, lots of good food, and a totally casual atmosphere—this is 66% my favorite way to entertain. The party planner: Oh, it's Tuesday? Let's have a party! I love to entertain for any reason—or no reason 9% at all. The potluck entertainer: Come on over! Can you bring an appetizer or dessert? (I'm a hostess who 8% knows how to delegate.) The holiday entertainer: The holidays totally inspire me. I love opening my door to friends and family to 7% celebrate special occasions. Egg nog, anyone? The reluctant entertainer: Cooking, cleaning, hosting–it's too much! But I'll gladly attend your party 6% and arrive with a thoughtful gift. The sophisticated entertainer: I like hosting a formal, intimate gathering with close friends and family 3% (plus, I get to use my china). 36 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Type of Events Hosted “All the Time / Frequently” Family entertaining 32% Outdoor/Cookouts 28% Casual dinner parties 24% Cocktails/Appetizers/Snacks 23% Holiday entertaining 21% Brunch 5% Formal dinner parties 4% Top 2 Box summary the trend toward casual continues 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 49% 49% 48% 48% 45% 46% 43% 42% 42% 39% 40% 40% 36% 34% 32% 29% 28% 28% Formal/Fine china 37 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Crystal/Stemware Base: Married or engaged with registry Table linens the average registry is valued at $5,160 and 47% of items cost $50 or less • 40% of registries are valued at $5,000+ Total Estimated Value of Items Across Registries* Average (%) Items in Price Range $201-$400 5% $10,001+ 12% $401 or more 2% Up to $2,000 18% $25 or less 20% $101-$200 15% 40% $5,001$10,000 28% 47% $2,001-$5,000 42% $26-$50 27% $51-$100 30% • 42% of couples said the economy impacted registry decisions down from 45% in 2012, 46% in 2011, and 43% in 2010 38 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 38 Source: Base: Completed setting-up registry *Self-reported registry items account for 55% of gifts received, and 52% of gifts are received near the wedding date Average (%) of Wedding Gifts that Came From: When Bridal Gifts Were Received Gift cards not from my Gifts not from registry my registry 3% 6% At engagement party After the 2% wedding 6% Weeks prior to the wedding event 18% Cash gifts 36% Gifts from my registry 47% 55% 52% Gift cards from my registry 8% 39 39 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study At the wedding event 34% Base: Married At bridal shower 40% couples anticipate receiving half of what they register for • 67% of couples receive group gifts, the majority (53%) receive 1-3 group gifts Thinking Ahead to Anniversary, % of Gifts Expected to be... Received Gifts Purchased by a Group* Not sure 3% Left unpurchased 28% No 30% Purchased by guests 50% Yes, 1-3 gifts 53% Completed/ purchased by you/spouse 22% Yes, 7+ gifts 3% Yes, 4-6 gifts 11% “Yes” 67% 40 40 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 40 Base: Married more than 7 in 1o brides (71%) use personal wedding websites to convey registry information • Use of wedding invitations to communicate registry information has also increased in popularity over the past 5 years 5 Year Trends: Sources of Registry Information 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 Personal wedding website 71% 64% 64% 61% 53% Bridal shower invitations 55% 59% 58% 58% 57% Friends or family members 55% 59% 65% 66% 67% My spouse and I told them 40% 48% 49% 48% 46% Wedding invitations 32% 34% 28% 25% 25% Save-the-Date announcement 16% N/A N/A N/A N/A Social networking site 9% 10% 11% 12% 5% 41 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 41 Source: Base: Married registry wrap-up for over half (53%) the registry experience raises awareness of relevant advertising • 95% of brides enjoyed their registry experience “During my wedding planning, I paid more attention than I normally do to registry and product related advertising and promotions” Agree Completely : Agree Somewhat: Total More Aware: 17% 36% 53% “I enjoyed my registry experience.” Agree Completely : Agree Somewhat: Total Enjoyed: 43 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 43 Source: 43 Base: Married 55% 40% 95% a good registry experience can lead to a long relationship with a retailer Thinking Specifically About Primary Registry: Agree Completely Agree Somewhat I chose my registry retailer because I was already a loyal customer My registry experience has made me a more loyal customer* 30% 24% I relied a lot on registry consultants or in-store 8% personnel when making item selections 44 44Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 44 Base: Married or engaged with registry 45% 20% *Married 47% 28% 74% 71% interactive check lists (38%) & user reviews (35%) could improve the registry process Things That Would Improve the Registry Process Interactive registry check-list that checks items off my 'must have' list as I add items to my registry 38% User reviews on registry products 35% Ability to complete just 1 registry form online for all my registries instead of filling it out separately at each store 33% Interactive quiz to generate registry recommendations suited to my taste and lifestyle 26% Ability to import items onto my registry list from Pinterest 22% Inspiration from what other brides are registering for (e.g. styleboards, social shopping) 17% Pre-populated registry with top items I can modify and add to 17% More knowledgeable in-store staff 10% Inspiration and recommendations from experts and trendsetters Other 45 45 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 45 9% 2% Almost 1 in 5 (17%) say there is no need for improvement… it’s fun & easy top 10 key takeaways 1. Registries are still the norm—88% of brides establish one and register at an average of 3 stores 2. While over half (51%) of registries begin in the store, that has decreased significantly from 65% just a year ago 3. The use of universal registries continues to grow, but at a slower pace, up to 14% from 11% from 2012, 9% in 2011, and 5% in 2010 4. Honeymoon registries are also popular, with 17% of respondents using one up from 13% in 2012 5. Smartphone ownership has risen to 94% from 85% in 2012, and over half use them to manage their registries 6. Tablet ownership has skyrocketed to 66% from 45%, again with over half using them for registry purposes 7. Bed Bath & Beyond, Target and Macy’s remain the top registry retailers 8. A large inventory of products is key to being considered a primary registry 9. Personal wedding websites are used most often by brides to convey registry retailers to guests 10. A good registry experience can lead to a long term retail relationship 46 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study category highlights fine china almost 3 in 10 (28%) register for fine china • On average, they register for 10 place settings Extremely Important When Selecting Fine China Pattern/Design 80% Color 63% Durability 47% Dishwasher-safe 31% Long-term availability 29% Price 26% Brand 23% Recommendation from 20% trusted source Top 10 Fine China Brands Lenox 29% Mikasa 18% Kate Spade 16% Waterford 15% Vera Wang 10% Noritake 10% Wedgwood 7% Crate & Barrel 6% Martha Stewart 5% Lauren Ralph Lauren 3% • 45% of brides who did NOT register for fine china say “I don’t think I’ll use it/I don’t host many formal dinner parties* • 42% who did NOT register for fine china say “I’m not really that fancy”* 49 49 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Registered/Plan to register for formal/fine china *Base: those who did NOT register for Fine China classic, platinum rim, and patterned border designs remain popular Design Style/Pattern Classic 49% Traditional 28% Modern 25% Contemporary 19% Vintage 12% Retro 1% Holiday 1% Design Attributes Platinum Rim Patterned Band/Border All White/Cream Non-Floral Pattern Color Band/Border Textured Solid Floral Pattern Color Gold Rim 6 in 10 (61%) plan to use their formal china just for special occasions 50 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Registered/Plan to register for formal/fine china 36% 36% 24% 23% 17% 15% 10% 10% 10% 9% casual china 2 in 3 register for casual china • On average, they register for 9 place settings • Pre-packaged place setting sets (42%) and individually packaged full place settings (31%) are most commonly selected • Color, durability, pattern and being dishwasher safe are important criteria to 9 in 10 Top 10 Casual China Brands Bed, Bath & Beyond 28% Lenox 19% Crate & Barrel 18% Target (Home Brand) 16% Mikasa 15% Martha Stewart 14% Oneida 13% Kate Spade 12% Noritake 11% Corelle 10% 52 52 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Registered/Plan to register for casual china casual china is most often simple & modern Design Attributes Design Style/Pattern Modern 36% Solid 36% Classic 32% All White/Cream 34% Contemporary 28% Color 27% Traditional 19% Color Band/Border 18% Textured 13% Vintage 7% Patterned Band/Border 10% Retro 3% 53 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 53 Source: Geometric Pattern 9% Floral Pattern 6% Other Pattern 6% Base: Registered/Plan to register for casual china flatware more than 2 in 3 (68%) register for flatware • 8 in 10 (79%) select stainless steel • Average place settings:10 • Pre-packaged, multiple place settings are chosen by over 2 in 3 (68%) • Style (92%), durability (89%) and being dishwasher safe (86%) are the most important factors Top 10 Flatware Brands 55 55 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Oneida 20% Crate & Barrel 16% Lenox 16% Target 13% Mikasa 11% Kate Spade 8% Zwilling J.A. Henckels 7% Waterford 7% Vera Wang 6% Williams-Sonoma 6% Base: Registered/Plan to register for flatware cookware more than 8 in 10 (84%) register for cookware • 9 in 10 (92%) say durability is most important and 8 in 10 say easy to clean • More than 4 in 10 (43%) select both individual items and pre-packaged sets • Non-stick (71%) and stainless (65%) are key materials Top 12 Cookware Items 57 57 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Frying Pan/Skillet 67% Sauce Pan 56% Sauté Pan 53% Casserole Pan Top 15 Cookware Brands Calphalon 54% Cuisinart 35% Kitchen Aid 32% Pyrex 24% 50% Le Creuset 18% Roasting Pan 40% All Clad 13% Griddle/Grill Pan 39% Corningware 12% Stockpot 37% Farberware 10% Dutch Oven Hamilton Beach 9% 35% Martha Stewart 9% Soup Pot 35% Rachael Ray 8% Wok/Stir Fry Pan 33% Food Network 7% Chef's Pan 24% Emerilware 5% Double Boiler 15% Store Brand 5% Anolon 5% Base: Registered/Plan to register for cookware electronics 1 in 5 (19%) register for electronics • 20% would register at an electronics store if it was offered Top 10 Electronic Items Why Registered for Electronics We needed the items, and our registry was a good opportunity to get them 53% We wanted to include some 'fun' items for friends to purchase 43% My husband/fiancé wanted to register for electronics We already had many of the household items we needed, so we registered for more non-traditional items We wanted to upgrade our electronics 59 59 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study 39% 22% 22% Stereo Equipment 25% Digital Camera 24% Television 21% DVD or Blu-ray Player 20% Video Game Console 12% Video Camera 9% Digital Picture Frame 8% Computer 5% MP3 Player/iPod 3% E-Reader 3% Base: Registered/Plan to register for electronics kitchen appliances 85% register for kitchen appliances • 9 in 10 (90%) say durability is most important when selecting items • Family and friends (65%) and consumer reviews (59%) are the most important influencers Top 15 Kitchen Appliances Blender 49% Stand Mixer 48% Food Processor 43% Crock Pot 43% Toaster 38% Hand Mixer 37% Coffee Machine 30% Toaster Oven 29% Griddle 27% Waffle Iron 27% SlowCooker 24% Pod Coffee Maker 19% Sandwich/Panini Grill 18% Rice Cooker/Steamer 17% Juicer 15% 61 61 Source: TKWN 2013 Bridal Registry Study Base: Registered/Plan to register for kitchen appliances home appliances 2 in 3 (65%) register for home appliances • Almost 9 in 10 (89%) say durability is most important when selecting items Home Appliances Upright Vacuum 59% Iron 39% Hand Vacuum 27% Garment Steamer 17% Steam Cleaner 14% Humidifier/Dehumidifier 9% Fan 9% Air Purifier 7% Sewing Machine 3% Space/Electric Heater 3% Other 3% Air Conditioner 1% 63 TKWN Bridal Registry Study The Knot2013 Market Intelligence Bridal Series: 2012 Registry Study 63 Source: Base: Registered/Plan to register for home appliances 2013 Bridal Registry Study