The Maid of Honor is single, a Matron of Honor is married by at least 18 years of age, which is the age required to sign a legal document.  

• Usually in charge of arranging the bridal shower – also pays for a portion of the shower split with the other bridesmaids  

• Attends pre-wedding showers and serves as hostess to bridal shower – keeping record of gifts

• Responsible for her own gown, accessories, and travel arrangements  

• Helps bride select bridesmaids’ dresses (if asked), and addressing envelopes

• Attends rehearsal and dinner  

• Coordinates bridesmaids’ fittings  

• Acts as an official witness / signing wedding certificate  

• Acts as an official witness / signing wedding certificate

• Helps to keep the bride calm

• Assists bridesmaids on wedding day

• Assists the bride in dressing before the ceremony

• Holds the groom’s ring for the ceremony  

• Holds the bride’s bouquet during the ceremony

• Keeps the bride’s train spread out & in order when called for –especially before recessional!

• May offer a toast at the reception

• Keeps track of the bride’s belongings during ceremony & reception

• Assists the bride if needed when changing into her going-away outfit

Best Man  

• The Best Man must be at least 18 years of age to sign a legal document

• Usually in charge of arranging the bachelor party

• Responsible his own tuxedo, shoes, and travel arrangements

• Acts as an official witness / signing wedding certificate  

• Makes sure the groom arrives on time to the church

• Assists the ushers in getting ready

• Holds the bride’s ring

• Pays officiant’s fee, and  other remaining balances due on wedding day

• Gives a toast at the reception to the bride & groom

• Assists the groom in any other way needed

Bridesmaids  

• Attends pre-wedding showers, rehearsal and dinner – also pays for a portion of the shower split with the other bridesmaids

• Responsible for her own gown, accessories, and travel arrangements

• Assists bride with wedding activities

Ushers