Okay, so, I gotta tell you about the whole rehearsal dinner outfit drama I went through. You know, as the bride, everyone expects you to show up looking like a vision even before the actual wedding day. No pressure, right?
First off, I scoured the internet, looking for what’s trendy and what other brides are wearing. I found some articles suggesting a white dress is the way to go. It makes sense, keeping it bridal and all. But I also needed something that matched the vibe of our rehearsal dinner venue. We booked this cute, rustic-chic place, so I figured I needed an outfit that wouldn’t be too over the top but still special, you know?
I started by hitting up some online stores. I remembered seeing this one website, they had a whole section dedicated to rehearsal dinner dresses. They had all these different styles, from short and flirty to long and elegant, and honestly, they weren’t crazy expensive. They said their suggestions were affordable, and surprisingly they were.
After hours of browsing, I spotted this dainty floral lace dress with a high-low hem. I fell in love, it seemed perfect. It was the “Sau Lee Natalia dress” or something like that. But it was nearly 400 bucks! I went on browsing, hoping to find something cheaper.
- Finally, I found it! A lovely white dress that was both elegant and a bit laid-back. It had this beautiful lace detailing that gave it a romantic touch, but the cut was simple enough that I didn’t feel like I was trying too hard. And guess what? It was a fraction of the price of that first dress I saw.
What I Wore
I also had a little chat with my fiancé about the whole rehearsal dinner planning. It’s funny because traditionally, the groom’s family takes care of it. It’s like their chance to add their personal touch to the wedding festivities. We’re not super strict about tradition, but it was nice to hear his family was excited to be involved.
Oh, and another thing, I asked around about whether my mom could wear black to the rehearsal dinner. I know black used to be a no-no at weddings, but it’s pretty common now. Everyone said it’s totally fine, it’s seen as classy and chic. So, my mom will be wearing a killer black dress, and I am so here for it.
For the seating, we decided to sit at a central table with our closest friends and family. I think it’ll be a great way to kick off the wedding weekend. I am also so excited and can’t wait for it to all come together!
So yeah, that’s the story of my rehearsal dinner outfit adventure. It was a bit of a rollercoaster, but I’m really happy with how everything turned out. Now, onto the actual wedding dress, wish me luck, everyone!
