Core Responsibilities
Bridesmaids support the bride and maid of honor throughout wedding planning. Your role is supportive but significant.
Events: Contribute to planning the bridal shower and bachelorette party. Follow the maid of honor's lead while offering input and help.
Attendance: Attend dress fittings, rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, and of course the wedding. Be present and engaged.
Support: Help the bride with tasks she assigns, be available when needed, and provide emotional support during stressful planning moments.
Financial Expectations
Understand the costs before saying yes. Being a bridesmaid isn't cheap.
Dress: $100-$300+ depending on bride's choice. Alterations add $50-$150.
Events: Share of bridal shower and bachelorette costs. This varies widely based on plans.
Travel: All expenses for attending the wedding, including hotel and transportation.
If costs are prohibitive, have an honest conversation with the bride early.
Being a Great Bridesmaid
Show up, be helpful, and keep drama to yourself. The bride has enough stress.
Communicate clearly about availability and limitations. Don't overcommit then underdeliver.
Support the maid of honor. She has the hardest job - make her life easier.
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