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sure everyone is ready to go on time. The best man may arrange transportation for the groom and groomsmen on the day of the wedding and may also return the groom and groomsmen’s attire the following day if the newlyweds are departing on their honeymoon.
FLOWER GIRL AND RING BEARER
Flower girls and ring bearers are often young relatives of the couple, whether a brother, sister, niece or nephew. The responsibilities of the ower girl and ring bearer are typically limited to the ceremony, during which they will walk down the aisle, either together or individually, before the father of the bride escorts his daughter to the altar or stage.
FATHER OF THE BRIDE
The father of the bride walks his daughter down the aisle during the ceremony and, along with his wife, may pay for the wedding, although many couples now nance their own nuptials. The father of the bride will dance with his daughter during the reception, and some fathers may even share a special toast for the newlyweds during the reception, though such a toast is not traditionally required.
THE GROOM’S FAMILY
The groom’s family traditionally organizes and pays for the rehearsal dinner, which allows them to express their creative air and hosting skills. The rehearsal dinner usually includes the wedding party and close friends and family, and it may include guests from out of town. Whether a laid-back barbecue, a formal meal or a cocktail party, the event gives the couple a chance to spend time with those dear to them before the hubbub of the wedding. The event is also an opportunity for guests to give informal or intimate toasts.
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MAID/MATRON OF HONOR BEST MAN
OFFICIANT BRIDESMAIDS/GROOMSMEN
Party pals
RESPONSIBILITIES OF BRIDAL-PARTY MEMBERS
Being asked to join a bridal party is both an honor and a responsibility. When asked to take on such signi cant and meaningful roles, party members may recognize the honor
but be unsure of what their responsibilities are as couples move forward with their wedding plans.
Bridal-party roles can vary, depending on certain circumstances, but many couples still want their bridesmaids and groomsmen to perform many of the more traditional tasks associated with their positions. The following are some of the duties members of the bridal party can expect to perform in the months leading up to the wedding and during the ceremony itself.
MAID OF HONOR
The maid of honor serves as the bride-to-be’s right-hand woman as the bride plans her wedding and gets ready for her big day. Maids of honor typically go gown shopping with the bride and may even choose or suggest the color and style of the bridesmaids’ dresses. Once a dress style and color have been chosen, the maid of honor will make sure all the bridesmaids are tted on time.
A maid of honor will also plan the bridal shower, which involves sending invitations and arranging for lodging for out-of-town guests, if necessary. A maid of honor also plans the bachelorette party, although many brides do not mind being involved in the planning of such parties. The maid of honor may also help address save-the-date cards and envelopes.
Come the day of the wedding, the maid of honor will ensure that the bride’s day is as stress-free as possible by helping to address any last- minute issues that may arise. The maid of honor may be asked to serve as the legal witness to the wedding and sign the wedding license before the reception. At the reception, the maid of honor will toast the bride.
BEST MAN
The best man is the maid of honor’s counterpart. He helps plan the bachelor party and toasts the groom at the reception. The best man usually holds the rings during the wedding ceremony, and on the day of the wedding, he will coordinate the groomsmen to make
USHERS FLOWER GIRL
RING BEARER
GUEST BOOK ATTENDANT
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