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The rehearsal dinner & bridesmaid luncheon A relaxing start to the wedding festivities Return to articles index | Choosing a caterer | The groom's role | Gifts for attendants | Attendants' responsibilities | Groom's checklist Though not a neccessity, a dinner after the wedding rehearsal is a lovely way to begin your wedding festivities and allows your attendants and the families to relax and get acquainted. The dinner is traditionally given by the groom's parents in a restaurant, hotel, private dining facility, or in the home. Catered dinners at home are wonderful because the caterer does all the work, including the dishes, and the sole duty of the parents is to be host and hostess. Invitations are mailed or telephoned two weeks before the wedding. It is helpful to indicate the formality of dress. Invite all members of the wedding party with their spouses or special guests, and parents of any young attendants. Include the clergy and spouse and musicians (if they attended the rehearsal). The guest list can be expanded to include grandparents, honored guests, or entire immediate families -- whatever the hosts wish. Consider using place cards for seating arrangements so that the guests get a chance to mingle and get acquainted. It's a time for reminiscing, laughter, toasts, and fun, but remember that tomorrow's the most important day -- so be a cinderella and go home at a reasonable hour. Bridesmaids' luncheon A special way to say “thank you” to the special friends and family members who participate in your ceremony is to invite them to lunch a day or two before the ceremony. The schedule may depend on your attendants’ travel schedules. This is an appropriate occasion to present them with gifts as a token of your appreciation. Return to articles index |
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