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Apr 17, 2017

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For today, we’re sharing something short but sweet. A cheerful spring rehearsal dinner that was simple yet still a lovely night for the couple welcoming out of town guests to their wedding weekend. Playing off of the room (McCrady’s private dining and party space), we brought in details in yellow and gray for a neutral palette that still made little statements throughout the night. Photos by Liz Banfield.

Yellow Collage

For a splash of color and detail, bulk yellow millet was used to secure candles in clear glass. Large containers of “billy ball” escort cards made a show piece. Printed name tags were affixed to the stems for guests to pick up and find their seats.

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After dinner, guests moved next door for cocktails and dancing as remaining guests joined.

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As a special surprise for the bride, an in depth photo album from family and friends was shared and combed over throughout the evening.

Friday Collage

Cheers! We love sharing these little rehearsal parties lately, would you like to see more? Let us know!

4.17.17   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Charleston, Event Design, Event Planning, Events, Parties, Rehearsal Dinner, Weddings | Comments >>
Nov 25, 2015

Couple at rehearsal by liz Banfield

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.

Table number by Tara Guerard Soiree/Liz Banfield

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

Billy balls in vase by Tara Guerard Soiree Place setting by Tara Guerard Soiree/Liz Banfield

“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.

centerpieces by Tara Guerard Soiree/LIz Banfield

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

Lounge by Tara guerard Soiree

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.

sofas and candles by Tara Guerard Soiree

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.

11.25.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Charleston, Entertaining, Event Design, Rehearsal Dinner, Uncategorized | Comments >>