{"id":31336,"date":"2020-11-23T12:00:06","date_gmt":"2020-11-23T18:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/?p=31336"},"modified":"2021-04-07T10:54:22","modified_gmt":"2021-04-07T15:54:22","slug":"berings-qa-iconic-houston-retailer-celebrates-80th-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/berings-qa-iconic-houston-retailer-celebrates-80th-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"Bering\u2019s Q&A: Iconic Houston Retailer Celebrates 80th Anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Photo: Traci Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bering\u2019s, our favorite stop for all things gifts turns 80! For generations, Bering\u2019s<\/a>,\u00a0the iconic Houston retailer has served the city with a unique array of\u00a0fine registry gifts<\/a>, elegant tableware, stunning invitations and stationery, apart from hardware, specialty cleaning products, and pretty much everything you could want for your home.<\/p>\n

To commemorate\u00a0their 80th-anniversary\u00a0milestone, we sat down with Mary Margaret Pizzitola, Bering’s marketing associate, for an exclusive Q&A. Read on to find out why Bering’s is known as an iconic Houston store, what makes their registry experience so unique, and what the future trends are for wedding registry gifts and wedding invitations!<\/p>\n

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Weddings In Houston:\u00a0<\/b>What has made Bering\u2019s successful for 80 years?<\/h6>\n

Mary Margaret Pizzitola:\u00a0<\/b>We believe Bering\u2019s has been successful for 80 years because of our fantastic customer service, diversity of products, loyal customers, and strong relations with all of our vendors. We continue evolving throughout the years while remaining true to our brand. Additionally, we need to thank our amazing employees for our great success. Without their depth of knowledge, loyalty, passion, and hard work, Bering\u2019s could not be the iconic Houston retailer that it is today.<\/p>\n

WIH:\u00a0Why is Bering\u2019s considered an iconic Houston retailer?<\/h6>\n

MMP:<\/strong> Bering\u2019s is considered an iconic Houston retailer because we\u2019re recognized and trusted in the Houston community. Houstonians have shopped at Bering\u2019s for many generations, in good times and in bad. We were the local, go-to store when the pandemic began and we are thankful our customers have trusted us during these hard times. During Hurricane Harvey, we were trusted by many Houstonians and we pride ourselves on being there for Houston when they need us most. We also served our customers for many generations. We have multiple generational brides a year, meaning their parents also registered at Bering\u2019s when they were preparing for their marriage. We love connecting with families who have a personal connection and ties to Bering\u2019s.<\/p>\n

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Photo: Traci Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
WIH:\u00a0Why is it important to register at a small business like Bering\u2019s?<\/h6>\n

MMP:<\/strong> It\u2019s always important to support small and local businesses in your local neighborhood. Registering at a small business supports the community, schools, and keeps business booming in your area!<\/p>\n

WIH:\u00a0What makes Bering\u2019s registry experience so unique?<\/h6>\n

MMP:<\/strong> We believe the Bering\u2019s registry experience is so unique because our store is one-of-a-kind, our customer service is impeccable, and we truly care about our brides and grooms. Our bridal specialist assists our Bering\u2019s registrants every step of the way with smiling faces! Since Bering\u2019s is a small company, the bride and grooms grow an honest relationship with our bridal specialists and are given proper care and attention throughout the registry process. Our registrants have a seamless line of communication whether it’s via email, phone, or making an appointment in the store. Additionally, our registry experience is so unique because we have items for Her and Him. They can register for china, casual dinnerware, grills, tools, beach towels, Jon Hart Design, art pieces, and more! Bering\u2019s is truly a unique store.<\/p>\n

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WIH:\u00a0What future trends do you predict for wedding registries and invitations in 2021?<\/h6>\n

MMP:<\/strong> Regarding wedding registries, we predict personalized, non-traditional, unique registries. Especially when it comes to choosing china, every couple has their own color, story, and pattern choice. I read this quote that said \u201cOut with the old, in with the unique\u201d and it is so true! Wedding registries are personal and truly portray the personalities of the bride and groom. We predict more and more personalization on registry items, whether it is monogrammed china, linens, bath towels, or cutting boards. This generation of brides and grooms love personalized items! We are also seeing more casual home entertaining pieces and melamine or acrylic ware. Especially in 2020, entertaining is an outdoor event!<\/p>\n

Regarding wedding invitations, we are seeing much smaller, more intimate affairs and more vibrantly colored invitations. Brides are choosing less traditional looks with vibrant jewel-toned papers and dark envelopes.<\/p>\n

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Invitations: Bering’s<\/a> | Photo: Kate Elizabeth Photography<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
WIH:\u00a0What kind of stationery & wedding invitation services does Bering\u2019s provide?<\/h6>\n

MMP:<\/strong> Bering\u2019s offers a full trousseau of paper good for today\u2019s brides. We can help you with:<\/p>\n

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  1. Save-the-Dates<\/li>\n
  2. Engagement Party Invitations<\/li>\n
  3. Bridal Shower Invitations<\/li>\n
  4. Personalized gifts for attendants<\/li>\n
  5. Wedding invitations \u2013 for all budgets<\/li>\n
  6. Day-of paper goods \u2013 programs, escort cards, menus, specialty drink boards<\/li>\n
  7. Thank You notes for all the wonderful gifts.<\/li>\n
  8. Photo Christmas cards for your beautiful wedding photos<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Love what you saw? Schedule your invitation and stationery design or gift registry consultation,\u00a0here<\/a>. Or, if you want to learn more about Bering’s unique registry experience be sure to check out\u00a0Astros\u2019 Ryan Pressly’s wedding registry party<\/a>\u00a0at Bering’s!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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