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Kimberly101

Jun 2, 2006, 9:29 AM

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Casual Rehearsal Dinner

With all the stress leading up to the wedding, and all of the out of town guests we will have, I would much rather have a very casual rehearsal dinner. We will be inviting several close friends who are not actually in the wedding party so the dinner would include 40-50 people. Is it a MUST that I must have a fancy sit-down dinner or are there other alternatives to this?

Nancy Tucker
PRESIDENT - WEDDINGS BEAUTIFUL

Jun 2, 2006, 10:42 AM

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Re: [Kimberly101] Casual Rehearsal Dinner [In reply to]

No it is not imperative that it be a fancy dinner...many couples use a pavillion at a local park and have a cookout, picnic get together.
Nancy Tucker
President of Weddings Beautiful US
http://www.weddingsbeautiful.com

Kimberly101

Jun 2, 2006, 10:46 AM

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Re: [Nancy Tucker] Casual Rehearsal Dinner [In reply to]

Awesome!!! A backyard BBQ hosted by close friends is exactly what I had in mind!! This couple has been lifesavers and have offered to host a luau type thing for our rehearsal dinner. They have a beautiful backyard with pool and I think we could make it beautiful and relaxing all at the same time!! Thanks for your advice!!

expertplanner
BRIDAL CONSULTANT

Jun 2, 2006, 11:13 AM

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Re: [Kimberly101] Casual Rehearsal Dinner [In reply to]

I think it will be just wonderful. And, like Nancy said, many couples choose to have a relaxed atmosphere for their rehearsal dinner. Have fun!

Cheers!
Rhonda Allen, Bridal Consultant
New Beginnings Weddings