How to “Make It Nice”: Dorinda Medley’s Wedding Registry Guide

A woman, Dorinda Medley, in a pink dress smiles while arranging flowers on a table with three others. Colorful portraits hang on a wall, with large windows in the background.

How to “Make It Nice”

Dorinda Medley’s Wedding Registry Guide

As entertaining icon Dorinda Medley always says: “I always say, make it nice—and that starts with the table.”

When it comes to your wedding registry, “making it nice” isn’t just about a single dinner party, it’s about choosing the pieces you’ll use to celebrate life for decades to come.

At Villeroy & Boch, we’ve partnered with the ultimate hostess to take the guesswork out of planning your registry. From timeless dinnerware to the glassware she swears by, Dorinda’s curated list of essentials will help you turn your new house into a home that’s always ready to entertain.

Dinnerware Sets: The Foundation of a “Nice” Table

A beautifully chosen dinnerware set is the starting point of every well-curated registry, and the heart of Dorinda’s entertaining philosophy.

Whether it’s a quiet weeknight dinner or a full table of guests, the right dinnerware makes every moment feel intentional. Villeroy & Boch collections range from sleek, minimalist porcelain like Afina to more expressive, modern designs like Fleur – offering something for everything entertaining style.

With the right dinnerware, every meal becomes an occasion worth setting the table for.

Dinnerware Sets: The Foundation of a “Nice” Table

A beautifully chosen dinnerware set is the starting point of every well-curated registry, and the heart of Dorinda’s entertaining philosophy.

Whether it’s a quiet weeknight dinner or a full table of guests, the right dinnerware makes every moment feel intentional. Villeroy & Boch collections range from sleek, minimalist porcelain like Afina to more expressive, modern designs like Fleur – offering something for everything entertaining style.

With the right dinnerware, every meal becomes an occasion worth setting the table for.

A table set with Afina plates shown in a side view to see the floating effect of the plates.

A round table with plates, cups and bowls full of food, decorated with pink patterns. In the centre is a vase of white flowers and two unlit candles. Chairs surround the table.

Glassware Essentials for Every Toast Worth Making

No registry is complete with glassware that elevates every day. From a simple evening pour to milestone celebrations, Dorinda believes the right glass makes all the difference.

Investing in crystal or premium glassware brings clarity, elegance, and durability to every toast. Collections like the modern MetroChic or the colorful Boston ensure there’s a perfect piece for every mood. Because when it’s time to raise a glass, it should always feel special.

Glassware Essentials for Every Toast Worth Making

No registry is complete with glassware that elevates every day. From a simple evening pour to milestone celebrations, Dorinda believes the right glass makes all the difference.

Investing in crystal or premium glassware brings clarity, elegance, and durability to every toast. Collections like the modern MetroChic or the colorful Boston ensure there’s a perfect piece for every mood. Because when it’s time to raise a glass, it should always feel special.

MetroChic glasses elegantly arranged on a polished table, with a blurred garden in the background.

Colourful glasses on tables with various drinks, garnished with herbs and fruit slices. Yellow flowers and green plants in a vase. Wall art with floral and fruit patterns in the background.

Flatware Sets That Complete the Table

Flatware may be used every day, but Dorinda would argue it should never feel ordinary.

High-quality 18/10 stainless steel flatware brings a subtle sense of polish to the table while offering lasting durability. Whether you prefer the modern curves of NewMoon or the more traditional elegance of Mademoiselle, the right set completes your table setting effortlessly.

It’s the detail you notice most when it’s done right, and the one you miss when it’s not.

Flatware Sets That Complete the Table

Flatware may be used every day, but Dorinda would argue it should never feel ordinary.

High-quality 18/10 stainless steel flatware brings a subtle sense of polish to the table while offering lasting durability. Whether you prefer the modern curves of NewMoon or the more traditional elegance of Mademoiselle, the right set completes your table setting effortlessly.

It’s the detail you notice most when it’s done right, and the one you miss when it’s not.