15 Target Registry Items Every Couple Needs

Ditch the registry stress and expensive surprises. Target's wedding registry offers a one-stop shop for everything you'll need to build your new life together.

Here's how to create a Target registry that's convenient and full of must-have items — all while lowering the financial stress for your guests.

Editor's note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

A good set of pots and pans could last a lifetime and is essential for couples who like to cook.

The Calphalon 10-piece stainless steel set from Target retails for $399.99 and is a great addition to your registry if you want a solid, long-lasting staple.

A sturdy set of dinnerware is just as important as cookware. Target has plenty of sets, ranging from practical neutrals to playfully colorful.

Threshold’s 16-piece porcelain set costs $60 and has a sleek and contemporary, yet modern, square silhouette, making it a great lasting addition to your registry.

A good set of comfortable, soft, and breathable sheets can make all the difference when it comes to your sleep. A wedding registry is a great opportunity to get a truly luxurious set.

Blue Nile Mills’ 300 thread-count sheets are made of 100% rayon from bamboo and cost $99 for a queen set. They come in several solid shades, from neutrals to bolds.

The same can be said for bath towels. While often overlooked, a plush, absorbent set makes bath time all the more luxurious and is a great way to start a marriage.

Blue Nile Mills’ heavyweight hotel luxury towel set is made of 100% cotton and designed to be as fluffy and absorbent as fancy hotel sets. It comes in several colorways and costs $90 for a six-piece set.

Your wedding is the time to ask for pricey yet necessary home goods, like Lodge’s cast iron enamel Dutch oven.

This versatile piece of cookware comes in a deep red hue and costs $99.99.

Couples who love coffee may want to use their registry as a way to snag their dream coffee maker.

Enjoy the early days of marriage sipping espressos made in a Nespresso coffee maker and expression machine from Target for $229.99.

For the couple that loves to travel, consider asking for a luggage upgrade on your Target registry.

Skyline’s four-piece hardside luggage set, which comes in two colors, costs $99.99 and includes two suitcases, a toiletry bag, and a drawstring bag.

Outdoorsy couples and those who love hosting may consider adding a grill to your registry.

Costway’s charcoal grill also has a meat smoker on the side for just $219.99 — a great addition to any newlywed’s backyard.

Dress up your dining table by adding a sleek flatware set to your wedding registry.

Harringotn’s 20-piece set is available in a modern matte black finish, and the utensils themselves sport a sinuous yet classic silhouette. The set costs $50.

Another timeless, versatile item to put on your registry is a set of stylish glasses.

A 12-piece set from Asheboro, including both highball and double old-fashioned glasses, costs $35. The glasses are crystal clear and with classic-as-they-come round designs.

While you’re stocking up on glassware and barware, throw a bar tool set into the mix.

The Houdini set, which costs just under $24, includes a shaker, jigger, strainer, muddler, and stirring spoon.

Its simple stainless steel designs make it a durable and versatile addition to any home bar.

Not all of your registered gifts have to be fun or stylish. Purely practical additions are just as needed for newly married households.

Blue Ridge Tools’ 40-piece tool kit costs just $21.99 and includes all the basic home maintenance tools you need to get started.

On the other hand, your registry additions don’t have to be functional. In fact, this is a great opportunity to get those decor items you’ve been eyeing for a while.

Decorate your tablescape or mantlepiece with Threshold’s set of three taper candleholders for $25, for example.

If you really want to spring big with your registry, ask guests for a Kitchenaid stand mixer — an endlessly versatile kitchen accessory.

They come in a variety of bright and bold colors and cost $449.99.

For newlyweds with furry friends at home, don’t forget to include them on your registry.

The PawHut elevated portable dog cot has a canopy to block out UV light and keep dogs cool. It costs $39.99 to $44.99.

Make the most out of your wedding registry while keeping it accessible and affordable for guests by setting one up with Target.

Incorporate a mix of practical items you need, stylish items you want, and those that will help you get ahead financially and build a new life.