Fitness Tracker

Sweating for the wedding? Motivate yourself to reach your fitness goals and make healthier choices with the Fitbit Charge Wristband ($129.95). This advanced device delivers real-time stats including calories burned and distance traveled, syncing your progress automatically to Fitbit’s mobile and online tools. It even monitors how long and how well you sleep.

In-House Massage

After the wedding, everyone will need some well-deserved R&R — especially both sets of parents. Give them the gift of a pampering massage from the comfort of their home with the Zeel on-demand service (priced at $105 - $160 for a 60-minute massage). Zeel's experienced, licensed masseuses are available seven days a week — as early as 8 a.m. and as late as 10:30 p.m. — so Mom or Dad can schedule their desired time slot on a whim. The service is currently available in 40 cities.

Kitchen Upgrade

Now that you've created a registry, it's Mom and Dad's turn to replace worn and battered pots and pans or outdated kitchen gadgets. Surprise them with a household item you know they secretly want — may we suggest this oven-to-table stoneware set by Le Creuset ($199.95)? It includes an oval au gratin, square baking dish, rectangular covered casserole, and two mini cocettes with lids, setting the stage for the next era of family meals.

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Photo credit: Raj Tents

Tip of the Day: "There are certain instances when buying something versus renting it for your wedding makes sense, like if you intend to keep or use it in the future, but generally renting is preferred over buying. Even if the price for a rental is the same as purchasing, the hassle factor is less. You have someone to deliver it, set it up and take it down. If you were to purchase an item, you are responsible for that, not to mention storing it after the wedding," says Caileen Uznis from Caileen Designs.

Plus, check out The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Rentals.

Custom-Etched Bottle of Champagne

Pop the champagne — it’s time to celebrate! Go for the gusto with Dom Perignon Vintage 2006 Champagne ($200) emblazoned with the bride and groom’s names and the wedding date. You don’t have to be an oenophile to appreciate this spirit's bold flavor, which contains irresistible notes of citrus, honey, and brioche. Cheers to that; we’ll have another glass, please.

5 Reasons to be Thankful You're Planning a Wedding Right Now

Going into the holiday season as an engaged couple can be stressful — how do you decide where to spend the holidays? How will you handle the 500 questions about your wedding, especially from people who may or may not be invited? But it's also a wonderful time to be engaged. Here are some of the surprising benefits:

November 25th

Tip of the Day: The pros at Valley & Co. suggest splurging for two hair and makeup trials. Schedule the first trial well ahead of your big day (before you book the artist). Your second trial can take place about a month out, when you have your hair and skin tone closest to what it will look like on the big day.

Plus, find out How to Prepare for Your Hair Trial and Maximize Your Makeup Trial.

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