The Rehearsal Dinner Rundown

A great way to wind down on your wedding eve is to host a gathering after your ceremony rehearsal. Whether it's a casual cookout at someone's house, or a more formal plated meal at a local country club, your rehearsal dinner is a great way to squeeze in some intimate time with those closest to you.

The Guest List
You always want to make sure that the your parents, siblings, wedding party and officiant are invited to your post-rehearsal event. Depending on the hosts' budget, you might also want to extend the courtesy of allowing your guests to bring a +1. If you are also expecting out-of-town guests {especially those unfamiliar with the area}, it might also be a good idea to extend an invitation to them.

The Theme
The rehearsal dinner is set apart from the actual wedding day festivities, so get creative! No need to be "matchy matchy" with the chosen wedding color scheme. Let your host or hostess know that the decor, setting, and overall ambiance of the rehearsal dinner is completely to their discretion. Let the venue set the stage!

The Toasts
After dinner, the hosts should open the floor for anyone to give a toast. Is your Uncle John prone to embarrassing you with stories of yesteryear? Now would be a time to encourage him to steal the mike - as opposed to giving a speech in front of your 200+ guests at the reception.

The Gifts
It's customary to gift your attendants with a small token of your gratitude for partaking in your big day. Recently, it's also become a trend to get both sets of parents a small gift. After dinner {and the embarrassing speeches} is an ideal time to present them with their gifts.

The Invitations
An invitation is a guest's first impression of the occasion - so be sure to choose something that is fitting for the chosen theme and venue. Hosting the event at an Italian restaurant? Work in a "Bon Appetit" or other fun Italian phrase. Having everyone over for dinner on the farm? Feature a rustic barn as a background graphic. The possibilities are endless - and the more you focus on the small details, the more your guests will appreciate the {shall we channel some Kimora?} "fabulousity" of your event!

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