He asked the big question and you said YES!<\/p>\n
But who should you ask to join you on your big day? Here are some things to consider before you choose your bridesmaids.<\/p>\n
Numbers
\nMost wedding planners recommend a bridesmaid for every 50 guests in attendance. If you have a small wedding, it might look odd to have four or five bridesmaids next to you. On the other hand, for a big wedding, it might look less formal to only have one maid of honor. Either way, it\u2019s always nice to have a matching number of bridesmaids and groomsmen, so take your fianc\u00e9\u2019s expectations into consideration as well.<\/p>\n
Etiquette
\nOnce you have a number in mind, be sure you don\u2019t ruffle any feathers. If you have sisters, they should always be included, even if you don\u2019t get along that well. It\u2019s perfectly okay to have your best friend as your maid of honor, but it\u2019s rude to leave family members out of the bridal party.<\/p>\n
Reliability
\nYou probably have lots of dear friends that you would love to share your big day with, but keep in mind that you will rely on them for many things\u2014least of all looking polished for pictures and the ceremony, and most of all\u2014moral support. If you have friends that are chronically late, will insist on casual footwear or tend to get excessively tipsy, think twice about including them in your day. (You will regret it.)<\/p>\n
The Proposal
\nYou have chosen your special friends who will stand next to you on your big day, but it\u2019s still appropriate to ask them to honor you in this way. After all, it is a big commitment of time and money for them, so a more formal request goes a long way. Consider inviting them all to a special night out, or giving them a personal gift like this one.<\/p>\n
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\nWhile it\u2019s common for bridesmaids to buy their own dresses, it\u2019s a thoughtful gesture to buy their jewelry for the wedding day. You can choose something that coordinates with the dresses, which will also make a great gift for them to remember the occasion.<\/p>\n
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\nIf you couldn\u2019t include everyone you wanted to, don\u2019t forget that there are other ways for them to be involved in your big day. They could do a reading during the ceremony, perform a musical number during the reception, hand out programs, and of course still take part in the bridal shower and bachelorette party.<\/p>\n\t