Bridesmaids Duties

Always by your side, through thick and thin, with tissues and champagne, gossip and chocolate and those mandatory girls’ nights out. Career crossroads, wardrobe breakdowns, office romances and don’t forget those Boxing Day Sales.

Girlfriend power is strong, loyal and unwavering. The chosen few, you know who they are, your best and trusted, the ones who have ridden that roller coaster of life right by your side. So you now embark on a new journey, a brand new twist and turn. Engaged, in love and about to plan the wedding to your perfect man.

So, Who Will I Choose

Well beautiful brides to be, choose wisely, as a bridesmaid’s role involves a great deal of support, love and selflessness. Choose the girlfriends who will honour and respect your wishes for your special day. Think of those that will allow you to sit back and enjoy the moment. Hand pick the girlfriends who will assist and co-operate with your vision and dreams. Remember it is your wedding, your day, and your very special event.

Choose friends who will be by your side many years down the track. Don’t feel pressured or inclined to choose cousins or family members, or girls who have had you as an attendant on their wedding day. Choose bridesmaids who you want, it’s your choice, be true to yourself.

Surround yourself with girls who are special. Make sure they are reliable and understand the responsibility of being a bridesmaid. They also need to know how to have fun. Giggles and laughter, with girl power united, makes a very special pre-preparation wedding day. Girlfriends who make the grade have a big job on their hands, organising and overseeing plans and preparations, from engagement parties to hen’s nights, and then of course preparations for the wedding day.

What Does the Job Entail

• One Bridesmaid will need to take on the role of Maid of Honour and will normally witness the legal documents required for the marriage certificate. This bridesmaid will take on a more prominent role in the ceremony, holding your bouquet when necessary and will oversee the other bridesmaids’ roles.
• Accompany the bride when choosing a dress and accessories. The bride-to-be may also like them to assist in decisions with flowers, invitations, decorating and styling ideas.
• Plan and organise a bridal shower and hen’s night.
• Make sure the bride is relaxed and as pampered as possible on her wedding day. If anything needs attending to, phone calls or errands, bridesmaids need to take care of this.
• Make a timeline for the day and be aware of preparation times, ensuring the bride is ready to get dressed when necessary.
• Assist the bride with getting dressed, helping with underwear, shoes and veil.
• It’s always handy to carry an emergency kit, including tissues and make-up.
• Pay particular attention to the bride’s veil at the ceremony, ensuring it is sitting perfectly,(especially cathedral length and longer veils).
• After the ceremony, make sure the bride has a glass of champagne and something to nibble on whilst being photographed. Record guests names on gifts received.
• Assist with the wedding cake distribution.
• Make sure the bride has everything she needs during the reception.