How To Be A Responsible Maid Of Honor

The maid of honor is usually a single (Commonly unmarried) woman, while the matron of honor is usually married. The Maid and matron of honor form part of the bridal party responsible for the social, emotional, spiritual and physical support for the bride. The maid of honor is always present in all steps of the wedding and marriage process.

The specific role of the maid of honor varies from one bride to another, but generally, the maid of honor is the person in charge of the bridal party. She will arrange the bridal shower, assist the bride in picking the wedding dress, accessories and offer all necessary support required by the bride.

The Wedding Planning Process

Traditionally, the maid of honor is the right hand man of the bride. Roles of the maid of honor vary too but usually involve addressing and stuffing invitations, selecting bridal dresses, selecting wedding venue, and planning of the bachelorette party. The maid of honor will also assist the bride choose her dress, taste the wedding cake and catering options.

For destination weddings, offbeat wedding and green weddings, maid of honor helps with preparing the details such as reservation planning and researching of environmentally friendly favors.

The duties of the maid of honor usually depend with the type of wedding.

Prior to the Wedding Ceremony

The maid of honor will assist the bride to get dressed, ensure that the bride make up and hair is properly done and offer emotional support to the bride. The maid of honor also helps with last moment dramas like a lost earring or forgotten pantyhose. The maid of honor helps the bride in all the way possible and necessary.

In the course of the Ceremony

During the ceremony, the maid of honor will walk the bride down the aisle and help calm her nerves. In the process of walking down the aisle, the maid of honor watches the wedding gown so that it falls and moves the right way. They will also hold the grooms wedding band until it's required.

It's the maid of honor that signs the marriage certificate once the vows are completed.

Post Wedding Ceremony

The roles of the maid of honor after the wedding ceremony depend on the wedding reception plans. Is there a skit or presentation planned? speech or dances? They'll help in executing post wedding plans.

It's common for the maid of honor to toast the bride during the reception dinner. She is usually seated at the head table and will offer companionship to the grooms best man after the initial dance.

Beyond the call of duty

Maids of honor can extend their duties beyond the traditional duties expected of them by doing things such as:

Offer to develop the PowerPoint presentation for the bridal shower and wedding speeches.

Create a scrapbook for the wedding planning. This may include mementos, photos, receipts, ribbons and more.

Draft a poem, paint a portrait, or make something special to celebrate the bride and groom. They can also use their talents and skills to develop something unique for the wedding couple.