Is it necessary to have a rehearsal dinner? We
cant afford it
When it comes right down to it, I don't think
you and your spouse-to-be are going to *want* to
forego the rehearsal dinner. The normal
"guests" at this event are your nearest and
dearest family and friends. And often (though
not always) they have assembled from far and
wide on the day of the rehearsal to help you get
your actual wedding festivities going.
Most couples I've known and worked with are VERY
anxious to spend the evening with the people who
attend the rehearsal. It's usually a very
special evening, more intimate than the wedding
celebration itself, and a good time of
anticipation, fellowship, memories and joy.
Maybe the thing you two need to do is look at
ways to enjoy the evening with your family and
bridal party, but reduce or split costs. No
real rule says that you have to take everyone
out to a fancy restaurant as many of us
envision. (And actually, in "traditional"
etiquette the groom's family would pay for this
anyway.)
You might host your guests for some simple
homemade meal (spaghetti, barbeque, pizza). You
might work out a cooperative meal with a friend
or family member. You could consider a
full-blown potluck, where all the guests bring
something to contribute and you all enjoy the
evening of fun and fellowship. Many times
family and closest friends are **HAPPY** to help
with things like this, if you only discuss it
with them.
Even going "dutch" on dinner at a favorite
restaurant could be an option. A traditional
option? Not really. A reasonable one for your
circumstances. Yes, it might well be.
So don't be discouraged, and don't discard the
whole rehearsal dinner concept because funds are
tight. Think and talk it over and bit, and try
to come up with an option that suits your
situation, your budget, and your relationship
with your family and friends.
Very Best wishes to you!
Sara Ambarian
ForeverWed.com Wedding Expert Staff
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