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Many couples choose to do most of the work
themselves i.e. Buy the clothes for the bridesmaids
etc.. But the traditional way is as follows
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Matron of Honor (Bride's right-hand
woman)
Is responsible for her own gown and
accessories
Arranges the hen party (guests, entertainment
etc..)
Keeps a record of wedding gifts
Acts as official witness
Helps to settles the bride`s nerves
Helps bridesmaids on the big day
Holds bride's bouquet during the ceremony
Looks after bride's things at ceremony
and reception
Assists the bride when changing from
her wedding gown to her going-away clothes
Bridesmaids
Responsible for their own gowns
Assist in all pre-wedding festivities
Helps to prepare for the reception
Fill cups with confetti, rice, or rose
petals to throw for the getaway
Decorate the cars
Best Man
(Groom's right-hand man)
He's responsible for his tuxedo
Makes sure the groom arrives on time
He sees that ushers' function runs smoothly
Gives toast and speeches at ceremony
and reception
Pays the officiant's fee
Keeps rings, license, and honeymoon
tickets
Acts as toastmaster at the bridal table
Plans for reception exit transportation
Ushers
Responsible for their own attire
Involved in all ceremony festivities
Greet all guests at the ceremony, ask
which family they represent and seat
them accordingly.
Unrolls the aisle runner after the bride's
mother is seated
Flower
Girl
Precedes the bride, tossing flower petals
down the aisle
Ring Bearer
He walks down the aisle carrying the
ring secured to a satin pillow.
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