Posts Tagged ‘registry’

Create a Gift Wishlist at Occasions!

Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Having a birthday, housewarming, anniversary or upcoming nuptial? Or maybe you just feel like being pampered. By creating a wishlist, either on our website or in-store, you can help your friends and loved ones who are in the gifting mood. This of course saves time (and you the hassle of having to return unwanted or duplicate gifts.)

Creating a gift wishlist is incredibly simple and fast, you can either click though our website adding items that you love or stop into the gallery and let us help you out. The wishlist is a time saver for your friends and family who can shop effortlessly.

For help creating your wishlist contact us at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com, 480-423-0506 or  800-482-2532. Or get started on your own by visiting our website.

Chrysan Spreng Sushi Plate, $36/each

Alessi Anna G Corkscrew, $60

Alessi Michael Graves Kettle, $175

Your One-stop Shop for Gifts

Monday, November 14th, 2011

If you haven’t already noticed, Occasions! is quite literally a one-stop shop for unique, interesting and maybe just shy of amazing gifts! From birthdays to bridal, we have everything–and you’ll never have to spend a fortune on that unique and thoughtful gift.

So whether you are starting your holiday shopping early or looking for a last minute hostess or birthday gift, Occasions! is your one-stop shop! We have a little something for everyone, from our fabulous tabletop collection, that includes designs by Michael Aram, Alessi, Iittala, Veitri, Beatriz Ball and Vera Wang, to our wonderful art and jewelry collection.

Let’s not forget our extensive collection of gift items–from poker sets, wallets and watches for the man in your life, to timers and kitchen do-dads for the cook, and wine coasters, stemware and barware for the hostess. We are also adding to our business gifts, with hourglasses, candles, wall clocks, card holders, letter openers and frames–finding the right gift will be a cinch!

So if you are stuck on what to get that someone special, stop into Occasions! and let us inspire you! Or if you can’t make it in check out the gifting section on our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

From left to right: Jasper Conran Kilim Tea Set; Alessi Tea Kettle; Liquid Lights Wabi Sabi Vases; Beatriz Ball Aluminum Tray; Soy Scented Candle; Kathy Hunter PMC Ring; Poker Set; Watchcraft Watch; Stainless Steel Wallet.

Do you Have Everything on your Bridal Registry Checklist?

Saturday, July 23rd, 2011

Whether you are newly engaged and need assistance getting your bridal registry started or only need to add a few last minute items to your registry, we are here to help! Saving frazzled brides and grooms from bridal registry overloads and meltdowns is what we do best.

To help out, we have come up with a bridal checklist, with our top five dining room and kitchen essentials for the bride and groom to be.

1-Serving Platters, Trays and Bowls

Every couple needs at least one of each of the following–a large serving platter, tray and bowl. For those couples who plan on doing some serious entertaining, two of each might be necessary–think one formal, one casual.

Beatriz Ball Soho Platter, $115

Vietri Quadri Platter, $110

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2-Bar-Necessities

Barware necessities include carafes, decanters, 8-12 wine glasses and any other barware items you need. This can include highball glasses, champagne flutes, brandy snifters, etc.

 

Waterford, Modavi Oakville Carafe, $98

Reed & Barton Marielle Stemware, prices vary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3-Dining Must-haves

What would your new serving bowl be without servers or tongs? Or what happens if you literally don’t have any salt to pass? These are just a few must-have items that you need for your dining table and kitchen. Stop in and see us or check out our website for others.

Wedgwood, Vera Wang Salad Servers, $25/each

Alessi, Programma Salad Set, $82

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4-Capturing Memories

Once the smoke has cleared, and you are settling into married life you want to make sure that your lovely wedding photos are displayed properly–from cutting the cake, to walks down the aisle and even the candid shots in between, beautiful frames are a must for your bridal registry.

Tizo Frames, prices vary.

5-Sexy Gadgets

Sexy Gadgets are just that–fabulous kitchen gadgets that you are going to need once your marriage gets ‘cooking’. Some of our sexy gadgets include a mincing-machine garlic press for the cook, egg pillows and colorful kitchen timers–all are perfect gifts for the kitchen pro or chef in the making.

Egg Pillows, $14.50/set of four

 

Garlic Press, $26.50

 

Alessi, Michael Graves Timer, $38

 

 

Have an upcoming event? Hoping for a gift or two?

Monday, June 13th, 2011

Occasionsofscottsdale.com would like to introduce you to our online gift registry or gift wish list and new Registry Valet App. With our registry you are able to show everyone exactly the gift you would like for an upcoming birthday, engagement, wedding, shower, anniversary, housewarming or other type of gift-giving occasion.

bridal registry

Each registry is managed by you, giving you full control to add or remove items as well as adjust quantities. There are other useful features, such as, the tracking of gift items, e-mail forwarding of registries to family and friends, and an easy search option for finding your specific registry quickly.

Registry Valet

Available for Apple and Android devices

We’ve also recently launched the registry valet Mobile App for Apple and Android powered tablets and smartphones. The app allows you to manage registries and wish lists straight from your mobile device. Since the app runs online there is nothing to download or install. It allows your friends and family easy access on the go to your registry or wish list.

Make the process of giving gifts to you or your friends a gratifying, non-frustrating, experience. For help launching or maintaining your registry, call Christina, 800.482.2532, or e-mail christina@occasionsofscottsdale.com.