The maid/matron of honor is part worker bee, part emotional lifeboat. Chosen for your energetic, get-the-ball-in-motion qualities, you should also remember that listening to the bride, making her laugh, and offering emotional and logistical support are also part of your honor attendant package. Here's what's expected:
Be the leader of the female entourage members — the bridesmaids and flower girls.
Help the bride in drafting the guest list and addressing the invitations.
Accompany the bride in sourcing out the wedding suppliers.
Inform the guests where the couple has set up their bridal registry.
Host or organize the bridal shower.
Help organize the rehearsal dinner or despedida de soltera. Make sure that the entourage members are in full attendance.
During the wedding day:
Make sure that the bridesmaids and flower girls are properly made up and have their bouquets.
Assist the bride as she prepares in her room.
Make sure that no wedding accessories are left behind before leaving the house or hotel.
Fix the bride’s veil, gown, bouquet and train before and during the ceremony. Carry the bride’s purse, if any.
Assist in the signing of the marriage contract.
At the reception:
Help welcome and assist the guests to their seats.
Collect any gift envelopes.
Make sure the bride eats something at the reception.
Make a speech honoring the couple. (optional)
Help the bride change for the honeymoon and pack her bag.
All throughout the preparations, always be the shoulder to cry on, to present a patient ear and assure the bride with warm hugs and soothing words.
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