The Rehearsal dinner is often one of the most memorable times a couple has over the course of their wedding events. It’s a smaller more intimate affair usually, where the couple gets to engage with everyone. Lots of fun stories and toasts bring back memories and connections with friends and family. So, as we head into what hopefully are good times with friends and family this week, I wanted to share a sweet and simple little rehearsal dinner we did here in Charleston. Thank you to Liz Banfield for the photos.

Dinner had a bit more of a traditional fare due to the ballroom dining space- where George Washington once dined!

“Billy balls” were used to display the seating cards in large vessels anchored with yellow millet… we also used them to adorn the napkin ties to accentuate the in house gold china.

Simple centerpieces of candles in yellow millet and nosegays of yellow flowers flecked the table landscape.

McCrady’s restaurant in downtown Charleston opened a historic gallery space that has exposed beams, high ceilings, original plank flooring and beautiful moldings. We added some modern flair with loungy day beds covered in grey fur, mirrored bars, and lamp light.

After dinner, all out of town guests were invited to join the party for champagne and dessert. Cozy sofas and cylinders full of glowing candles greeted guests as they partied into the evening just getting warmed up for the next big night.