Entourage:
Maid of Honor
Your
sister/best friend/cousin is getting married and as her long-time
confidante, she's asked you to be her maid of honor. You're
sure to wear a really special dress, but do you know what
your duties are?
The
maid or matron of honor (if married) serves as the bride's
right-hand (wo)man, her adviser, helper, even slave, if you
must. Here are some of the maid of honor's duties:
Before
the wedding:
- Be the leader of the female
entourage members — the bridesmaids and flower girls.
- Help the bride in drafting
the guest list and addressing the invitations.
- Accompany the bride in sourcing
out the wedding suppliers.
- Inform the guests where
the couple has set up their bridal registry.
- Host or organize the bridal
shower.
- Help organize the rehearsal
dinner or despedida de soltera. Make sure that
the entourage members are in full attendance.
During
the wedding day:
- Make sure that the bridesmaids
and flower girls are properly made up and have their bouquets.
- Assist the bride as she
prepares in her room.
- Make sure that no wedding
accessories are left behind before leaving the house or
hotel.
- Fix the bride’s veil,
gown, bouquet and train before and during the ceremony.
Carry the bride’s purse, if any.
- Assist in the signing of
the marriage contract.
At
the reception:
- Help welcome and assist
the guests to their seats.
- Collect any gift envelopes.
- Make sure the bride eats
something at the reception.
- Make a speech honoring the
couple. (optional)
- Help the bride change for
the honeymoon and pack her bag.
All
throughout the preparations, always be the shoulder to cry
on, to present a patient ear and assure the bride with warm
hugs and soothing words. |
