I love what I do because I’m able to help couples bring to life their love story in a different way than what will be showcased at the wedding. In a nutshell, Joe & Kathryn love each other… and they love the San Francisco Giants. Their story started at the stadium, their romance grew over the years while watching games and their engagement commenced on the field. So the rehearsal dinner “angle” was pretty easy to figure out. But my biggest challenge was how to make the event shine and be the perfect kick-off to the fantastic wedding Kathryn was planning the next night. It started with the invitation….

Yes, you are seeing “foam fingers.” Exactly like the ones that fans wave at baseball games. Guests had the foam finger invitations arrive in large black envelopes. Surprise! Thanks to Canary Marketing for bringing the invites to life.

The venue, Tres San Francisco was another perfect fit as it was just blocks away from AT&T Park and a spot that Kathryn and Joe frequented before the games. They have a fantastic event space that allowed for a causal gathering where the guests sipped margaritas and ate delicious bits from the taco carts.

Of course we had to add some small touches so all the centerpieces were designed in Giants orange and black. Baseballs, peanuts, Cracker Jacks, home bases, pennants and the couple’s season tickets were all decor accessories. And to tie into the mexican restaurant theme, we strung orange papel picados (mexican paper banners) along with photo banners of Kathryn & Joe from their Giants games.

Of course, what’s a rehearsal dinner without a groom’s cake (a fav of mine!). Gabrielle withCake Coquette re-created AT&T Park and showcased the three highlight areas for Kathryn & Joe: 24 Restaurant (where they met), their season ticket seats in the bleachers and of course the proposal on the field!

In good fun there were toasts and roasts to the happy couple. Both the father-of-the-bride and mother-of-the-groom filled the room with love and laughter.

Kathryn & Joe – I love you guys! Thank you for trusting me to create your rehearsal dinner! Congratulations!

The event was captured by the talented Joel Flory of Flory Photo.

So what does this mean? In the simplest terms, by combining the efforts of our two planning companies we want to create the ultimate, complete wedding planning experience for our clients. “Brides and grooms expectations are evolving to view the wedding as not just a reception, but an entire weekend to share with their guests,” says Kathryn.

Our approach is to work with each couple to plan their celebration in its entirety from welcome party and rehearsal dinner, to wedding to day-after brunch. So often we experience that the rehearsal dinner becomes a last minute afterthought but in reality it’s the perfect way for the couple to spend more quality time with their guests. And now the complete planning can take place in one spot at the Dream A Little Dream Design Studio in Pacific Heights!

As a couple, taking on planning the night before your wedding and events after the big day, can be entirely overwhelming. Our team is your team in creating that perfect weekend. So whether these events fall on your plate, or perhaps the groom’s family needs a helping hand, we have it covered.

For more information regarding this new collaboration or to schedule your consultation for a comprehensive package, Email us today!

Dream A Little Dream Events Design Studio – 2001 Fillmore Street, Suite 1|San Francisco, CA|94115

So how did I come up with this? I have been involved with so many events where clients ask me to “create something San Francisco.” So, I thought the best way would be to build unique centerpieces, scaled to fit on a dining table that represented our amazing city.

Currently there are a collection of seven of San Francisco’s most classic icons/landmarks available: Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Cable Cars, Chinatown, Painted Ladies, San Francisco Giants and Sourdough Bread. But I’m not stopping here. I have two new centerpieces in the works… so stay tuned!

So how can you get one for your event? Give me a call or email me. I quote all rentals per event and want to understand your details to make sure everything is a perfect fit. And we can also talk about adding special touches such as invitations, escort cards, menus, linens and rentals to bring it all together.

I’ve added a few photos to give you a sneak peek and to see the whole collection and detailed shots of each centerpiece, visit our Collection page on our website.

I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!

-K.

Brides & Grooms – if you are getting married this summer or fall, it’s time to start planning your rehearsal dinner. Don’t leave it to the last minute!

Come learn how you can make your rehearsal dinner an event that sets the tone for your wedding day, instead of just an after-thought. I’ll go over all the components to this special evening and give advice on how to reduce your stress and relax before the big day!

The event is complimentary. Please click the invitation to view more details and RSVP.

Well Rehearsed is also excited to showcase our new San Francisco Centerpiece Collection. We look forward to seeing you! Please make sure to RSVP to catering@cityclubsf.com for this complimentary event.

The “theme” was easy. Now the inspiration for the decor. I sourced some adorable burro pinata invitations that had the papel picados (mexican paper banners) and it became the backbone for the party. We hung rows of papel picados, used baby burro pinatas as table decor and stuffed a full-sized burro pinata with baby “necessities” and had mom smash it open. (Un-blindfolded of course — no need for any injuries).

We served a Mexican brunch with individual chicken enchiladas and a festive banana cake decorated with papel picados. One of the favorite gifts was the diaper cake. I still have not seen a cuter version! Guests departed with a baby succulent plant in a terra cotta pot. Gracias!

-K.

Come learn how you can make your rehearsal dinner an event that sets the tone for your wedding day, instead of just an after-thought. I’ll go over all the components to this special evening and give advice on how to reduce your stress and relax before the big day!

The event is complimentary. Please click the invitation to view more details and RSVP.

I look forward to seeing you there!

-K.

Brides & Grooms – This is an event you will not want to miss! This weekend The City Club of San Francisco is hosting a brunch workshop for engaged couples. This is an opportunity to speak to wedding professionals one-on-one and learn some great tips for planning your wedding. Whether you are newly engaged or happily into the planning process you will find valuable information in all of the workshops. PLUS, a yummy brunch! What more could you ask for?

Following are details about the workshops. As a special guest of Well Rehearsed use coupon code: CCSF25 for a discounted rate of $25/per person.

Register here: http://cityclubweddingworkshop.eventbrite.com/

WORKSHOP TOPICS & SPEAKERS:

I will be speaking about what you need to know about planning your rehearsal dinner and how to integrate personal touches into the kick-off evening.

San Francisco Brides magazine will present tips and trend of 2011 and share exclusive information about how to get your wedding featured in their magazine.

The City Club of San Francisco and Classic Party Rentals will teach you how to design your tabletop to create the look that will dazzle your guests and delight your pocketbook. And if you are still looking for a wedding venue, this is one of the most beautiful, classic San Francisco spaces. It’s one of my favorite in the city!

So what about mom? Not only does she have to find the perfect fit, but the perfect color as well! Whether it’s the mother-of-the-bride or mother-of-the-groom, all the ladies walking down the aisle want to look their very best for this event.

I’m excited to share this contest from Ming Wang for a MOM MAKEOVER before your wedding day.

The grand prize winner receives:  a Ming Wang bridal season wardrobe and day of beauty, which includes FOUR full looks meant to clothe the mother for all important wedding events including: engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner and the wedding, and a gift card to a local salon for a morning-of the wedding day of beauty. How fantastic is that??!!

There are also two runner-up winners will each receive a Ming Wang dress. AND there will be a little bonus from Well Rehearsed to help plan the rehearsal dinner.

Mom – the dress search is over! Just enter the contest on the Ming Wang Facebook page with a 100-word description on why your mom (or the groom’s mom) deserves to win. You can apply up until Feb. 7th and the winners will be announced Feb. 10th. And make sure to mention you heard about the contest from the Well Rehearsed blog!

The winners will be selected both from public vote and votes from wedding blogger judges (guess what – we are one of them!)

Good Luck!

-K.

-Molly, Bride-to-be (San Francisco 2011)

First and foremost, the rehearsal dinner is a meal. But what really makes it a unique dinner is that your nearest and dearest friends and family are coming together to wish you well as you begin your married lives together. It’s the kick-off to your wedding and sets the tone for your celebration! The most notable traditional of rehearsal dinners are the toasts (and roasts) from your friends and family. As the father-of-the-bride, best man and maid-of-honor are slated for wedding day toasts, the rehearsal dinner “opens the mic” to other friends and family. This more intimate gathering is the perfect place to toast the couple and share heartfelt stories and well wishes.