10 Rules Every Bridesmaid Should Follow
Being a bridesmaid is quite an important role and one that comes with its own duties and rules. Having a high tolerance level for moody, stressed and frantic individuals may be the first thing you’ll need if you want to make it through the engagement, wedding and reception without spoiling your relationship with the bride. To remain ‘BFF’s’ you should be aware of the unbreakable rules that every bridesmaid should obey.
1. Help the Bride to Plan
One of the most important and obvious roles of the bridesmaid is to be there for the bride. Ask her if she needs any help and be there to help her plan the seating arrangements, song choices and mailing out invitations etc.
2. Show up Prepared and Ready
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3. Accept the Dress
The bride may ask you for your dress preferences but at the end of the day the final decision will be hers. If money is an issue, make sure that you let the bride know. According to Vogue, traditionally the bride pays for the bridesmaid dresses but sometimes that is not the case so make sure that you sort out the payment details in advance.
4. Provide Emotional Support
Bridesmaids are a great source of consolation at times of need. Provide emotional support when she needs it most and don’t forget- you aren’t just a bridesmaid, you’re primarily her friend.
5. Throw an Unforgettable Hen Party
According to Glamour, bridesmaids are expected to ‘have ideas, give feedback, help decorate, chip in cash, and assist with the hostess duties’, when it comes to organizing the hen party. Plan a party that you know the bride will love. Don’t opt for anything too extreme if you know that she would prefer a quiet party instead.
6. Be Understanding and Respectful
Weddings are stressful and it is normal for the bride to be a little on the touchy side. As a bridesmaid it is your job to be there for her. Try to understand what she is going through and let her know that if her feet are feeling particularly cold on the big day, you will be standing next to her with a bottle of whiskey to help calm her nerves.
7. Create a Calm Environment
Tensions are running high on the big day so try and make the environment as calming as possible. Make sure that everyone knows where they are sitting at the reception and that nobody has been left out.
8. Get ready like a Ninja
On the morning of the big day it is likely to be ‘hair and makeup central’ in the bride/bridesmaids room. Have everything prepared and set out neatly in advance, including makeup products and hair essentials.
9. Keep the Guests Happy
The bridesmaids often drift about the reception socialising with the guests, introducing people to each other and helping to ensure that everyone is having a good time.
10. Have a Good Time Yourself
The bride and groom want you to enjoy yourself at their wedding so make sure you don’t get too caught up with your role. Have a drink and join the rest of the guests on the dancefloor.
