Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Assigning Bridal Party Responsibilities

The Bridal Party

Your bridal party is there to be more than just a bunch of pretty faces. Put them to work! There is no better team to help support you through this big day than your family and friends that you have chosen to stand by your side.

Here is our list, broken down by Maid (or Matron) of Honor/Best Man, and Bridesmaids/Groomsmen.

Maid of Honor and Best Man

Help with wedding planning
Lead the bridal party in planning the bachelor and bachelorette parties, respectively.
Attend all pre-wedding events
Signing as witnesses to the marriage, being sure the officiant signs and placing the license somewhere safe!
Helping to play host and hostess at the reception
Troubleshooting any problems that may arise
Being the point of contact for vendors and planners
Making sure everyone has their attire preferably 3 months in advance
Making sure everyone is in the right place at the right time
The toast!
Decorating the get away car and coordinating the send off
Holding the rings during the ceremony
Make sure all vendors have been paid and tipped

Bridesmaids and Groomsmen

Attend pre-wedding events
Helping with any problems that arise on the day-of
Being social and making guests feel welcome
Keeping the party going on the dance floor
Assist the Maid of Honor and Best Man
Groomsmen to help usher guests to their seats at the ceremony

Bridal Party General Tasks

Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
Provide emotional and planning support to bride, groom and family
Make sure all dresses and tuxes are where they need to be on the day of
Getting flower arrangements, cookies, favors and anything else where it needs to be
Set up any decor for the ceremony and reception
Making sure family is in place for photos
Assist with any last minute errands
The bridal party is also in charge of making sure that the food, gown, gifts, belongings and anything else left behind make their way to where they are supposed to be.

Keep these in mind while you are selecting your bridal party as well! If you need help deciding, check out this blog post on choosing your bridal party here.