Wedding roles: Maid of Honour

Being asked to be part of someone's special day is a great honour as you know that the bride or groom truly trust you and feel close to you. Be careful not to get too caught up in the excitement and forget that, with being included in the wedding party comes responsibility.

Here is miniature guide on the member responsibilities of the wedding party:

The Maid of Honour

The Maid of Honour is normally the bride's closest friend or a family member. The bride trust her as she will have one of the most important jobs. Being the Maid of Honour is a huge "honour." 

Pre-wedding responsibilities:

• Help the bride with all pre-wedding preparations (accompanying her to venues, choosing the flowers, dress fittings, organising the invitations and anything else she might need). Ultimately, you are there to give advice and suggestions.
• Help with co-ordinating the other brides maids. 
• Plan and host the bridal shower as well as the bachelorette party. (You should know the bride well enough to make sure the party suits her personality. Please note that you will be expected to contribute financially.)

Wedding day responsibilities:

• Help the bride get ready. (This includes accompanying the bride to hair and make-up appoints as well as help her get into her dress.)
• Be at the brides side at all times. (Calming nerves and ironing out any last minute kinks.)
• Make sure all the bridesmaids are ready on time.
• Hold the bride's bouquet during the vows.
• Keep the groom's ring during the ceremony until it is time for the exchanging of rings.
• Witness the signing of the marriage license.
• Dance with the best man during the first dance.

Watch this space for more miniature guides of the other wedding party members.