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  Maid/Matron of Honor



Your honor attendant is usually your closest friend or a sister. Her primary role is to help you with the wedding planning and to stand by your side as you say your vows. If your honor attendant is single, she's referred to as your maid of honor. A married attendant is referred to as a matron of honor. Unless, of course, you choose a male to stand with you - then you're back to honor attendant.

Some brides cannot choose just a single attendant and select two instead. Not only is this acceptable, it means twice as much help!

 

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Traditional Duties


  • Plans and hosts the bridal shower and bachelorette party
  • Gives a shower gift to bride
  • Helps address wedding invitations
  • Pays for wedding attire
  • Hosts bridesmaids' luncheon, unless hosted by bride
  • Helps the bride dress for the ceremony and reception (male honor attendants usually leave this duty to one of the bridesmaids)
  • Assists the bride with her veil and train before and during the ceremony
  • Holds the bride's bouquet during the ceremony
  • Carries the groom's wedding ring if there is no ring bearer
  • Signs the marriage license as a witness
  • Helps the bride gather her train into a bustle for the reception
  • Stands next to the groom in the receiving line
  • Toasts the newlyweds
  • Gives a wedding gift to the bride and groom

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Best Toast


A wedding toast can be a loving tribute to a great couple. Or, it can be a rambling monologue that goes on … and on … and on. Here are some tips to make sure that your toast is one of the highlights of the reception!
  • Write down what you're going to say. It'll help organize your thoughts and you can give a copy to the bride and groom as a keepsake.
  • Do not read your toast! Either memorize it, or write down bullet points on note cards.
  • Practice your toast "out loud" ahead of time. This will not only help you memorize your toast, it'll also give you an idea of how long it is.
  • Stick to a few main points.
  • Be brief! Two to five minutes is more than enough time to make your points.
  • Begin by introducing yourself and explaining your relationship to the newlyweds.
  • Speak slowly and be sure you are loud enough to be heard throughout the room. Use a microphone if necessary.
  • This is a celebration, so keep your toast light and avoid negative (even in jest!) or risqué comments.
  • Don't drink too much! You don't want to be remembered for slurring your words.
  • Thank the reception hosts (whether the parents or the newlyweds) for inviting everyone to share in this exciting event.
  • Avoid mentioning people who the other guests might not know, or be sure to describe their relationship to the bridal couple.
  • Use humorous or touching memories of the bride and/or groom to support your comments.
  • End with your congratulations to the newlyweds!

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