They’re your closest friends, the people you most want to stand next to you as you say, “I do.”
Your bridesmaids and groomsmen also have important jobs to do! Here’s a cheat sheet of wedding party responsibilities to help those friends know how to help you plan and celebrate your wedding.
These friends are the leaders of the bridesmaid and groomsmen packs. Count on them to…
• organize showers and plan bachelor and bachelorette parties
• help out with the big decisions like dress and tuxedo shopping
• get the bridal party organized before and during the wedding
• attend all wedding-related events
• help lead the guests in the ceremony and reception activities
• hold your rings
• sign the marriage license and make it official!
And these special people are your support team. They…
• help with wedding details
• get fitted for attire
• attend showers and parties
• stand with you at the ceremony
• help lead the guests in the reception activities
Ushers
You (and your guests) would be lost without ushers! Here’s what they do…
• get fitted for tuxes
• attend all the parties
• learn all the ins and outs of the ceremony and reception sites so they can guide guests
• hand out programs at the ceremony and usher guests to their seats
• escort grandparents, parents and other guests of honor
• escort guests from the ceremony
• help create fun at the reception
Enjoy working with your wedding party!
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