{"id":16017,"date":"2022-05-17T18:54:37","date_gmt":"2022-05-17T22:54:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/?p=16017"},"modified":"2026-01-14T11:08:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T16:08:54","slug":"a-complete-guide-on-the-duties-of-a-maid-of-honor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/17\/a-complete-guide-on-the-duties-of-a-maid-of-honor\/","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide On The Duties of a Maid of Honor [2026]: Everything You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This guide might be your lifeline for those <strong>who have wedding jitters and are bad organizers<\/strong>. We\u2019ve compiled the <strong>duties of a maid of honour<\/strong> to help smoothen out the plan and share the details of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/\">what needs to be done pre-wedding<\/a> and during the wedding. There\u2019s a lot to unpack, but it\u2019s not an impossible task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need extensive and transparent information on topics such as wedding duties, you don\u2019t have to look further than this article. There are plenty of experts who can help shed light on almost any topic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f99e1b28218\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f99e1b28218\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/17\/a-complete-guide-on-the-duties-of-a-maid-of-honor\/#Pre-Wedding\" >Pre-Wedding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/17\/a-complete-guide-on-the-duties-of-a-maid-of-honor\/#During_The_Wedding\" >During The Wedding&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/17\/a-complete-guide-on-the-duties-of-a-maid-of-honor\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/17\/a-complete-guide-on-the-duties-of-a-maid-of-honor\/#FAQ_%E2%80%93_Maid_of_Honour\" >FAQ &#8211; Maid of Honour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre-Wedding\"><\/span>Pre-Wedding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Help The Bride With Her Vision<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Maid of Honor<\/strong> is the bride\u2019s, right-hand woman. As the maid of honour, try to help the bride with trivial tasks to bigger ones. Here are some expected functions that you and the bride might go over together (among many other things):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/18\/the-beginners-guide-to-writing-wedding-invites\/\">Wedding invites<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wedding themes and colours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cake flavours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dress options\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gift records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engagement Parties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelorette Parties and Bridal Showers\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wedding locations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Figuring the <strong>critical elements to the wedding months<\/strong> before the wedding prevents any disasters from happening. So the bride and her maid of honour need to work out the bride\u2019s vision early on to figure out the whole timeline slowly and surely. All <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/16\/things-you-need-to-prepare-for-your-wedding-day\/\">pre-wedding preparations<\/a>, events, and festivities take about six months.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/wedding-aisle-flower-arrangement.jpg\" alt=\"wedding aisle flower arrangement\" class=\"wp-image-15619\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/wedding-aisle-flower-arrangement.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/wedding-aisle-flower-arrangement-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/wedding-aisle-flower-arrangement-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li>Offer Emotional Support\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Weddings are a lot of responsibility. The bride can get overwhelmed by the sheer number of details and tasks setting up a wedding. So it\u2019s essential to check up on her as <strong>the maid of honour<\/strong> and regularly talk to her. Check up on how she\u2019s doing and if she\u2019s feeling alright.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emotional support might not be tangible, but it\u2019s as valuable as the cake, decorations, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/brides.html\">dresses<\/a>, and invites. So, be open to lending the bride your ear or offering her a hug when she needs one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li>Be The Bridal Party\u2019s Guide<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>As a <strong>maid of honour<\/strong>, the bridesmaid typically looks up to you for any wedding-related questions. The bridesmaids will need a leader to keep the group intact. It\u2019s the maid of honour\u2019s duty to provide them with some much-needed guidance, but collaboration and teamwork always win, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/16\/how-to-be-a-bridesmaid-in-a-wedding-party-the-general-expectations-of-a-key-member-of-the-bridal-party\/\">be a team with the bridesmaids<\/a> and help each other out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check up on the other bridesmaid on some of the following (main vital elements):&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Directing the bridesmaids;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking up if all bridesmaids get their dresses and go to fittings;\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Informing bridesmaid about any pre-wedding celebrations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.softminkyblankets.com\/blogs\/blog\/bridal-shower-guide\">Planning bridal showers<\/a> and bachelorette parties with the bridesmaids;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dividing tasks for the wedding, if possible;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typically, the maid of honour decides and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/02\/the-definitive-guide-to-bridesmaid-dress-shopping\/\">chooses the dresses for the bridesmaids<\/a> together with the lot.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/clearance-wedding-gown.jpeg\" alt=\"wedding dress shopping\" class=\"wp-image-15084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/clearance-wedding-gown.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/clearance-wedding-gown-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/clearance-wedding-gown-768x511.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Add additional points to your checklist if needed, but these are the basics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Look Over The Budget\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/12\/how-to-plan-your-wedding-and-save-a-lot-of-money\/\">Review the budget<\/a> needed for any activities you, the bride, and the bridesmaids will be attending together to avoid nasty surprises. Think about how much each person will need to spend to attend festivities such as bridal showers. Then, think of how much everyone needs to pay to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/09\/expert-tips-for-planning-the-perfect-wedding-after-party\/\">join in the fun at the bachelorette party<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li>Accompany The Others For Shopping and Fitting<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The bride may or may not ask the maid of honour to accompany her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/16\/here-are-how-to-go-for-wedding-dress-shopping\/\">wedding dress shopping<\/a> and dress fittings, but many brides like to have the maid of honour present for this outing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on what the bride wants, the <strong>maid of honour<\/strong> might be asked to go dress shopping with her. Brides usually want a trusted opinion on which wedding dress to pick. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/27\/how-to-find-the-perfect-bridesmaid-dress-for-your-body-type\/\">Shopping and fitting for bridesmaids<\/a> will also involve the maid of honour.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/wedding-dress-alterations.jpeg\" alt=\"wedding dress alterations\" class=\"wp-image-15087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/wedding-dress-alterations.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/wedding-dress-alterations-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/wedding-dress-alterations-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/wedding-dress-alterations-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/wedding-dress-alterations-120x120.jpeg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\">\n<li>The Bridal Shower<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/28\/bridal-shower-prep-dos-and-donts\/\">Bridal shower is a pre-wedding event<\/a> involving just the bride\u2019s closest friends and family members\/relatives. It\u2019s a gathering for her inner circle. Brides may ask the <strong>help of their maid of honour<\/strong> to organize and throw the bridal shower party. Typically, the maid of honour keeps a record of all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/24\/unique-creative-bridesmaid-gift-ideas-on-a-strict-wedding-budget\/\">bridal shower gifts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on <strong>the size of the bridal shower<\/strong>, it can be a casual gathering or something more intricate. Be prepared to hustle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_76949\"  width=\"980\" height=\"551\"  data-origwidth=\"980\" data-origheight=\"551\"  data-relstop=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wQrHC_MdSIk?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"7\">\n<li>The Bachelorette Party<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brides.com\/story\/maid-of-honor-and-matron-of-honor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">maid of honour plans<\/a> and surprises the bride with a bachelorette party along with the bridesmaids. You know the deal; it\u2019s the fun and wild version of the bridal shower. The bachelorette party could be any party; it depends on the bride is like. <strong>Her wedding helpers<\/strong> need to know her well enough to know exactly what kind of bachelorette she might enjoy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/01\/best-wedding-planners-in-toronto-and-gta\/\">Aside from budgeting and planning<\/a>, there\u2019s not much to worry about in this case. Just be sure to get it over with before the wedding day, and not throw it too late. The bride needs her beauty, sleep, and recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"8\">\n<li>Begin Writing Your Speech<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/29\/four-steps-to-writing-the-perfect-wedding-speech-and-amaze-your-audience\/\">maid of honour needs to give a speech<\/a> during the wedding\u2019s reception. This might be a daunting task, especially for those who aren\u2019t the best public speakers. However, preparing a speech written from the heart can never really fail.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"778\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Love-Story-Ceremonies-5.jpg\" alt=\"Love Story Ceremonies-5\" class=\"wp-image-15156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Love-Story-Ceremonies-5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Love-Story-Ceremonies-5-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Love-Story-Ceremonies-5-768x598.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t try too hard; be authentic about your <strong>feelings for the bride and the groom<\/strong>. Share your happiness through your words. The key is not to overthink since the speech doesn\u2019t need to be perfect. It just needs to be authentic and kind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In speeches like this, the <strong>maid of honour<\/strong> can try to share memories she\u2019s experienced with the bride \u2013 childhood memories, adventures, etc. Little details such as these can be touching and charming if delivered correctly. Then, by the end of the speech, she can acknowledge the union between the <strong>bride and groom<\/strong> and send them her wishes for a happy and thriving marriage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"During_The_Wedding\"><\/span>During The Wedding&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Final Check On The Bridal Party<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Days before the wedding, it\u2019s time to <strong>check up on the bridesmaids<\/strong> to finalize things. First, the maid of honour needs to make sure that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After that, all bridesmaids get to rehearsal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All bridesmaids know how to get to the wedding. They can share transport and hotels if necessary.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outfits are looking good.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Image-8_Bridesmaids.jpg\" alt=\"Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses\" class=\"wp-image-14659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Image-8_Bridesmaids.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Image-8_Bridesmaids-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Image-8_Bridesmaids-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li>Maintaining The Schedule\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The bride and the maid of honour typically collaborate and <strong>share the details of the wedding schedule<\/strong> to make sure everything is going smoothly. Be sure that the bride has everything she needs and feels alright.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/20\/beauty-preparation-tips-for-bride-and-groom-complete-guide-on-how-to-have-a-stress-free-wedding\/\">excellent extra measure is to keep her stress-free<\/a> before the aisle and the ceremony. Please make sure no one and nothing is stressing her out. The bridesmaids should adhere to the time of the schedule and not get too distracted from their respective duties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wedding-planner-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"wedding planner\" class=\"wp-image-16012\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wedding-planner-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wedding-planner-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wedding-planner-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wedding-planner-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wedding-planner.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li>Help The Bride Maintain Elegance<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The maid of honour should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/29\/is-your-bridal-dress-high-quality-what-are-the-key-elements-to-check-quality-and-style-checklist\/\">rearrange the bride\u2019s dress<\/a> if it ever tangles up into a mess. She can help the bride rearrange her train and her veil if needed. There will be many pictures taken, and those pictures should be excellent. After all, all the prep for the wedding wasn\u2019t done for nothing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/28\/best-wedding-makeup-artists-in-toronto-and-gta\/\">Have makeup, tissues, and a mirror ready<\/a> if the bride wants to check up on herself or reapply her powder. This can be a game-changer, even if it\u2019s a minor detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Aisle And Ceremony\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The main tasks of the ceremony are pretty straightforward. Here\u2019s a checklist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Arrange the bride\u2019s train and veil if needed when she gets to the altar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold onto the bride\u2019s bouquet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/13\/write-amazing-wedding-vows-youll-always-remember\/\">during her exchange of vows<\/a> with her very soon-to-be husband.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditionally, the best man is the one who holds onto both the wedding rings before the exchange of rings. However, sometimes they assign the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestforbride.com\/bridal-shop\/28\/buyers-guide-to-bridal-sets-how-to-find-the-right-wedding-and-engagement-ring-set\/\">maid of honour the task of keeping the rings<\/a> \u2013 this will be relative to the bride and groom\u2019s decision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the ceremony, the maid of honour and the best man usually sign a marriage license. 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