Since my wedding and reception will be held in the same place and the wedding doesn't start until 4:30, I'm thinking about having the rehearsal the morning of the wedding and having breakfast served directly after (the caterer I'm using has his own banquet hall and could easily prepare breakfast for the 19 of us in the wedding party). I'm just wondering if that will be pushing it since everyone will need to go home and change and then come back. However there are very nice rooms - with bathrooms - upstairs, I could invite everyone to get dressed there. Do you think that's "too much" on one day?
2007-03-22 02:40:54 · 12 answers · asked by Brandy 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Oh everyone, I'm sorry. I should have mentioned that this is truly a family affair! All except 4 people of the wedding party are family and 9 of those are our children - they'll go where we go regardless. The minister is my uncle, and the hall is owned by a friend of a friend of my fiance's. All of the wedding party are staying in adjoining rooms in a hotel close by, so getting everyone together won't be hard and I'm having my cousin come in to do the girl's hair and my Mary Kay consultant to do make up. Everything is being done in house (we were VERY lucky in this way) and I totally intend for the day to start at 6 am anyway. And finally, my fiance and I are inseperable, I have no qualms about the silly tradition of him not seeing me the day before. Hope that helps!
2007-03-22 03:27:30 · update #1
It is great that you are considering the feelings & time restraints of your wedding party. If this is something you & your groom really want to do, talk (or email if you have to) about the idea of the rehearsal breakfast with your attendants before you make a decision. This is especially important if you have children in your wedding party & parents can consider nap & sleep constraints. Nothing is worse than an uncooperative & cranky flower girl on your wedding day.
My groom & I had a rehearsal breakfast; but under different circumstances. We were schedule to get married in mid September 2001, but with 9/11, this was impossible since many people could not fly & attend the wedding. So, we got married at four days after Christmas when out of town friends & family were in town for the holidays.
Having the rehearsal breakfast & wedding all in one day was a great experience for us & the wedding party. We did not however schedule enough time to get ready so the wedding started late. Make sure you consider how much time it will take to get ready & add about 45 minutes because last minute wardrobe emergencies, & make up boo-boos, etc can & do happen. Relax & enjoy your special day!
2007-03-22 03:20:19 · answer #1 · answered by YesIDid 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really do like this idea, but your day is going to be very crazy. Okay maybe not, but honestly...are you going to have enough time to get everything done by 4:30? Hair? Make up? Getting everyone dressed?
Sounds like you have a good number in your wedding party, too.
Just make sure you're allowing enough time for yourself, and get a good nights rest.
2007-03-22 09:51:52 · answer #2 · answered by sweetxgrace 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is too much in one day-
Have you set a timeline for you and your attendents?
Hair, make-up, pictures take more time than people realize. I was just in a 6:30pm wedding (party of 20) and our day started at 7am, I couldnt imagine having a rehearsal the day of, (especially with a wedding party as big as yours). Also you should check with the officiant- are they even available in the morning? Rehearsals that large can take upwards of an hour to complete. I think you are missing lots of details in the planning of your big day. For some added help check out this website http://www.theknot.com
Oh and by the way congrats!
2007-03-22 09:50:58 · answer #3 · answered by AngiePangie 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I think it sounds nice. I really like that idea. Just keep in mind that the tradition says that the groom can not see the bride on that day before the ceremony. So, it all depends on how much you want to stick with traditions. But, I still really like the idea!!
2007-03-22 09:47:44 · answer #4 · answered by fwog_fwog 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that's a great idea it's thoughtful.Just ask everyone before hand to remember that you be having that done on that same day. So that all the women can schedule the hair appointments accordingly.
2007-03-22 09:51:44 · answer #5 · answered by schristine23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a good idea to me. May want to discuss with your wedding party to see how they feel. I would have loved that for weddings I have been in, eliminates trying to rush to rehearsal afterwork.
2007-03-22 12:46:43 · answer #6 · answered by star28_79 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree with angie. it is a bit much in one day.
generally rehersals are the night before. or if you want a breakfast rehersal, try doing it the morning before. you will most likly be in too much of a rush to have it the morning of and i dont think your bridal party will be too happy with that. you need to make time for yourself that morning, not trying to squeez a rehersal in too.
2007-03-22 09:55:48 · answer #7 · answered by Awesome Rockin Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although the idea is nice, I wouldn't suggest it. I think you should use the downtime and relax yourself - take the time alone or spend time with your mother and/or grandmother. This is a special time - enjoy it!
2007-03-22 09:52:57 · answer #8 · answered by Honeyluv 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's your day - and if that works for you - go for it. I think it's a pretty good idea - actually. Some people might not like it - but you know - you're just not going to please them all - so do what's good for you and your fiance as long as everybody is made to feel comfortable!
2007-03-22 09:52:16 · answer #9 · answered by liddabet 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's too much for one day.
Besides, would you want your groom to see you prior your wedding on your wedding day?
Good luck
2007-03-22 10:42:32 · answer #10 · answered by Blunt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋