What's so special about a maid of honor? People may have a preconceived notion that a maid of honor can be a demanding and bossy bridesmaid, but the maid of honor typically holds several special duties in addition to some special benefits. The maid of honor is the bride's chief support during, before and after the wedding. Notice this said BEFORE and AFTER… Not just “during”.
What Does a Maid of Honor Really Do?
The maid of honor helps the bride with wedding planning, making decisions and navigating family difficulties and other stresses.
A maid of honor is responsible for being the head of the bridesmaids, keeping them organized (without being bossy).
Typically, the maid of honor leads the bridesmaids in planning a bridal shower and often a bachelorette party.
On the day of the wedding, a maid of honor helps the bride get dressed and stay calm. Being attentive at every request from the bride.
Often, the maid of honor makes a toast or a speech at either the wedding or the rehearsal dinner.
Couples getting legally married in the United States frequently ask the maid of honor to be one of the signers of the marriage license.
Perhaps most importantly, the maid of honor is a good listener and has a strong shoulder for the bride to lean on.
Who Should Be Chosen?
Traditionally, a bride asks her sister or her closest female friend to be the maid of honor. In situations where this is not possible, the bride may choose someone she trusts to be the maid of honor, who will help her during the wedding planning process. In choosing your maid of honor, consider the amount of responsibility they will have and ensure they are able to meet these expectations. You may want to take a closer look at who will do the job best, keeping the family in mind and ultimately going with a pressure-free, gut instinct.
