Will you be my bridesmaid? Of course you say yes...but what are you supposed to do now? With these helpful Bridesmaid Etiquette tips you'll be the best Bridesmaid ever.
One of the most important things you should do as a bridesmaid, if you only do this one thing, is give Moral Support. This day can be very stressful and overwhelming so when you see the Bride feeling down, or feeling like there's too much on her plate, just let her know that you are there to help in any way she needs. Give her the emotional support she needs by putting on a good face and feeling confident that everything will be ok.
Planning the Bridal Shower is probably the first task you'll have to accomplish as a Bridesmaid. If you're the Maid of Honor, you'll have to take control of the planning so make sure you delegate to your fellow Bridesmaids so everyone feels involved and it turns out to be a smoothly planned event. Choose a fun theme for the party to make things creative and festive. When making up the guest list, consult with the Bride to make sure you're not leaving anyone out of the fun. Another important task to accomplish during the Bridal Shower is to make a gift list so when it comes time to send out the Thank You cards, the Bride knows who gave her what.
Fortunately, the dreaded bridesmaid attire from yester-year are no longer the norm. Many new designers are keeping style and chic-ness in mind when designing the perfect bridesmaid dress. We know your Bride will have the sense of mind to choose the most stylish dress around, you might even be able to give your opinion on certain features, but if you feel she leans towards a style you're completely un-happy with just remember that it's her day and that you're there to give support. Maybe we all have to wear the ugly bridesmaid dress once in our lives!
The Wedding Day can be the most stressful day of the entire Wedding Planning Event, so it is imperative that your are at the Bride's beck and call for anything she might need. Help her run last minute errands, make sure guests are signing the guest book, help with last minute setting up...but most importantly, have fun. Let the Bride see that everything is perfect and that you're there to celebrate with her. |
