Roles of Wedding Attendants

The most important role of the wedding attendants is to support the union of the bride and groom.

The wedding attendants, also known as the bridal party or the wedding party, are the people who stand up at a wedding ceremony to witness the services and support the bride and groom.

Bride's Attendants

The bride's side of a wedding party typically includes the maid of honor and bridesmaids. Traditionally, the maid of honor or matron of honor should serve as the bride's assistant, helping her with all of the details of the wedding. Bridesmaids are responsible for helping with planning tasks, when asked, and often act as party hostesses during the wedding reception, according to the Knot website.

Groom's Attendants

The groom is often supported by his best man and groomsmen. The best man plans a bachelor party and supports the groom with all of his wedding planning duties. Groomsmen are responsible for supporting the best man with planning and paying for the bachelor party, according to the Wedding Help Line website.

Children

Commonly, young children are incorporated into a wedding in a flower girl or ring bearer role. They often start the wedding proceedings or walk down the aisle just before the bride.

References

• The Knot: Attendants: A Glossary of Who's Who in the Wedding Party
• The Wedding Help Line: Duties of Wedding Attendants