This is probably one of the hardest decisions you have to make purely because you want your girlfriends, siblings, family members or his family member to be part of your wedding day but this is not always possible. Below you can find pointers that may assist you in making those super important decisions.
- Choose a “forever friend” as a bridesmaid. Not only a girlfriend that shows more interest now that you’re engaged.
- Choose someone who is going to be there for YOU and will have your best interests at heart. Avoid the drama queen, the person who will make everything about her, her ideas and be more concerned with what she is will wear as a bridesmaid.
- Do not feel obligated to ask someone that you are not 100% sure of. If your fiancé has a sister who is not your bestie, don’t feel obligated to make her part of your retinue.
Same goes for if your fiancé best-man…his girlfriend/wife/partner doesn’t have to be in your bridal party just because your fiancé has selected him to be his groomsman. Your retinue, your choice.
- Remember to remain balanced when making your selection of bridesmaids. If you have a small wedding, keep your selection tight. With larger weddings you can expand the number of bridesmaids next to you without creating the vibe that half your guests are sitting in the front row.