Being asked to be a bridesmaid is almost always an honor, but it can also be hard to know exactly what’s expected of you. Planning a wedding takes a lot of work, and even if she doesn’t want to ask you, your bride’s friend is bound to appreciate some help from you. Here’s how to be a fantastic bridesmaid
Help With DIY Projects
A lot of brides get overwhelmed with taking on lots of DIY projects for their wedding, whether to save money or after getting overexcited on Pinterest. If your friend is drowning in a sea of sequins and glue, offer to help. You could help her make centerpieces or place cards, look over her ideas for her wedding look, or proofread her wedding website. The help is sure to be appreciated.
Remember It’s About The Couple
Sometimes bridesmaids can cause a lot of stress. Try to remember that this is your friend’s wedding, and she’s chosen you because she wants you there with her. Try not to let your ego cause problems. Don’t be difficult about things like the hen party, affordable bridesmaid dresses, or hair and makeup. She might want something that isn’t really your taste, but it’s not about you.
Keep Calm
Wedding planning is hard work, and there will be times when the bride needs to offload her stress. Whether she’s panicking about how much it all costs, her mother-in-law is demanding she invite Great-Aunt Susan, or her florist isn’t responding to emails, be a calm, listening ear. Try not to caught up in the stress yourself, and instead, stay calm and just let her get it off her chest.
Plan For Her
If you will be planning the hen party, stay away from internet guides to the ultimate hen party. Instead, spend some time thinking about what your friend would actually enjoy most. Most hen party suggestions are for things like burlesque dance classes, shots, and partying. If this is what your friend enjoys, go for it, but if she’s not interested in this kind of thing, she would probably prefer a spa weekend, a cooking class, or a sightseeing trip. Whatever you plan, plan it for her.
Get To Know The Venue
On the wedding day, the venue staff should ask anyone but the bride and groom to deal with any issues that come. Introduce yourself to whomever on staff is managing the wedding day, and leave them your phone number so they can come to you to deal with any problems that might arise. If you can, sort out these issues yourself, without worrying the bride about them.
Pack An Emergency Kit
On the day of the wedding, all sorts of little things can go wrong. Pack a small emergency kit. Your kit should include things like painkillers, safety pins, hair grips, spare tights, deodorant, make-up wipes, and period supplies. That way, you’re ready to handle any wardrobe malfunctions, make-up disasters, surprise periods, and headaches. Someone is bound to be grateful that you came prepared, whether it’s the bride or her mother!
