Your wedding party sticks by your side from start to finish on your special day. It is SO important to choose a group that will be there for you though the whirlwind of emotions. We have some tips on choosing your wedding party to support you all the way to the aisle and beyond!
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Assess Your Friendships
Flakey friends don’t change overnight. You know the type. Whoever cancels last minute, has a million excuses, an unpredictable schedule, or stretches themselves too thin. You want to make sure the members of your wedding party are in in for the long haul. They will need help you with your bridal shower, bachelorette, and be a phone call away during those stressful times of planning. Your party should be ready to rally on wedding day morning… even if hair and makeup starts at 5 am!
Do Ask Your Sister-In-Law
This is a great way to start a long-lasting family relationship. If your spouse to be has a sibling you connected with, or even haven’t gotten to know as well as you want to, this the perfect chance. She will be a great point person when it comes to dealing with family and can give you some valuable knowledge about what to expect from your guests. Plus, if there is an unruly family member, or people you haven’t met yet, she can fill you in and avoid any conflict.
Don’t Always Look to the Past
You may still be close with your high school best friend, or you may have lost touch. Either way, don’t feel obligated to ask significant people from your past if you have drifted over the years. Your wedding memories should involve the people that know you best presently and have been involved in your relationship. You want to have the friends that have heard you gush over your first date, helped you through the arguments, and still remain confident that you have found your soulmate. Invite your high school pals, but don’t feel like you need to ask them to be a part of the wedding party.
Your Go-To Gal Pal
Your maid of honor should be the most carefully selected of them all. You want to choose your closed confidant and most trusted friend. You want someone who will give you their opinion but allow you to make your own decisions. Most importantly, you want a maid of honor that is ready to step up on the wedding day to fluff your train, grab your bouquet, and give you a heartfelt speech that will leave you with all the feels.
Whichever way you decide to assemble your bride tribe, go with your gut. You know your friends and family better than anyone. Choose the group that will make you feel confident, loved, and ready to get married! Don’t miss our blog on bridesmaids gifts!
