While this is traditionally the responsibility of the groom's parents, many brides are involved in planning this event. Use the following according to your needs:  Time & Location:
Typically, the festivities are held on the evening before the wedding in
the hours following the rehearsal. The
location options are countless, from the host's home, at the host
hotel or a restaurant.Hosts: Traditional
etiquette dictates that the groom’s parents host this event, but in today’s
world this can be thrown by either the bride’s and groom’s parents or the
couple themselves. Invitees: Members of
the wedding party (including any child attendants and their parents), immediate
family members, any special ceremony participants (such as readers), and the
officiant, and the spouses or significant others of all these
people. Often, the hosts invite out of
town guests as well. Style: Usually less
formal than the wedding, the rehearsal dinner can be anything you want, from a family
prepared dinner at the church to a sit-down dinner, to a low-key cookout in the
backyard. Invitations: Like the
rehearsal dinner itself, invitations tend to be casual in style. Often, hosts opt for the do-it-yourself
rather than having invitations professionally printed. It is also acceptable to invite guests by
phone or email. Toasts: Typically,
the hosts of the party toast the happy couple, as does the best man, but any
number of people can stand up to say a few words. It is gracious for the couple to toast their
hosts and thank their guests. The toast tend to be casual. Gifts: Couples often
present their gifts to their attendants at this event. Reduce your workload and heighten the relaxed mood by having open seating. Enjoy your special day! Was this helpful? We would love to hear from you. |
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