When we are asked to stand up in the wedding of a friend or family member, we often say "yes" without really thinking about what
that means. It is a huge honor to be asked to stand next to a person at one of the most important moments of their life and it
should be taken seriously. Your duties as a member of the Bridal Party may include some of the things we have listed, but every
wedding is different and you should make sure to ask the Bride or Groom exactly what they will expect from you.
Maid of Honor Best Man Bridesmaids Groomsmen Ushers Musicians
For the Maid of Honor
some duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Purchase your bridesmaid's dress - Throw the Bride a shower - Plan a Bachelorette Party - Be aware of the day's schedule to inform the rest of the Bridal Party if they are unaware - Making sure the Bride's train lays correctly while she is standing at the altar - Holding the wedding ring for the Bride during the ceremony - Holding the Bride's flowers while she says her vows - Bustling the Bride's train for the reception - Make a toast to the Bride and Groom at the reception - Dance with Best Man during Bridal Party Dance - Help the Bride to make the wedding day HER day (as this is one of the few times in her life she will experience this) - Be there to support the Bride during the engagement and wedding planning - Support the Bride and Groom and their marriage in the years to come Back to Top of Bridal Party Tips
For the Best Man
some duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Rent a tuxedo for the wedding - Plan a Bachelor Party - Be aware of the day's schedule to inform the rest of the Bridal Party if they are unaware - Holding the wedding ring for the Groom during the ceremony - Smile and be attentive during pictures - Make a toast to the Bride and Groom at the reception - Dance with Maid of Honor during Bridal Party Dance - Bride may sit on your knee at reception while Groom takes off garter - Coordinate the transportation of the gifts from the wedding to their destination - Be there to support the Groom during the engagement and on the wedding day - Support the Bride and Groom and their marriage in the years to come Back to Top of Bridal Party Tips
For the Bridesmaids
some duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Purchase your bridesmaid's dress - Attend or help throw shower given by Maid of Honor - Attend and contribute to the Bachelorette Party - Walking down the aisle during the ceremony - Be aware of the wedding day schedule - May make a toast to the Bride and Groom at the reception if you desire - Dance during the Bridal Party Dance - Be there to support the Bride during the engagement and on the wedding day - Support the Bride and Groom and their marriage in the years to come Back to Top of Bridal Party Tips
For the Groomsmen
some duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Rent a tuxedo for the wedding - Attend and contribute to the Bachelor Party - Be aware of the wedding day schedule - Smile and be attentive during pictures - May make a toast to the Bride and Groom at the reception if you desire - Dance during Bridal Party Dance - Be there to support the Groom during the engagement and on the wedding day - Support the Bride and Groom and their marriage in the years to come Back to Top of Bridal Party Tips
For the Ushers
some duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Rent a tuxedo for the wedding - Seat guests at the wedding - Hand out wedding programs - Light candles (except for the unity candle) - Roll out the aisle runner - Smile and be attentive during pictures - May have to dance during the Bridal Party Dance - Be there to support the Groom during the engagement and on the wedding day - Support the Bride and Groom and their marriage in the years to come Back to Top of Bridal Party Tips
For the Musicians
some duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Practice before the wedding - Attend any practices - Check with facility to verify the equipment you might need is available - Arrive early to the wedding - Wear proper attire for the wedding - Support the Bride and Groom and their marriage in the years to come if you are a friend or family member Back to Top of Bridal Party Tips