Choosing a maid of honor is a big job. Your maid of honor is going to be someone that you can rely on on the lead up to the Big Day and let’s not forget, she will play a major role on the wedding day too. Here are some tips to help you choose wisely…
Choosing your maid of honour:
Often brides-to-be pick their best friends or sisters to be their maid of honor. If you feel you’ve more than one bestie who fits the bill, think about which one of them will be able to take on the responsibility. She’ll be playing a major part in the planning/wedding so be wise and make sure it’s someone who’ll always have your back and will be there for you physically and emotionally.
Photo by J Layne Photography via Style Me Pretty
Maid of honor’s responsibilities:
- Help you with shopping for your bridal gown and bridesmaids dresses and flower girls outfits too.
- Assist with writing and mailing out wedding invitations.
- Plan a bridal shower and a bachelorette party with your bridesmaids and friends.
- Be a part of the rehearsal dinner and take over some of the co-ordination and logistics so that you’re more relaxed.
- Help you calm down on the big day, and helping you with accessories or any other little things you need a hand with.
- Keep an eye on the bridesmaids to make sure they’re ready and carrying their bouquets.
- Adjust your veil and train one last time before you are ready to walk down the aisle.
- Hold your flower bouquet during the wedding ceremony and sign the marriage license as a witness after the wedding.
- Dance with the best man or be a part of the reception entrance dance if you have one planned.
- Help you get changed and take care of any last minute details if you’re leaving on your honeymoon right away.
Main photo by Troy Grovers Photography via Wedding Chicks
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