A bridesmaid is usually a sister of the bride or groom or a close friend of the bride.
Older bridesmaids will liaise with the bride and chief bridesmaid during the wedding preparations and help with the choice of dresses.
Younger ones will not be expect to take an active part in the planning stage but their mothers may get involved instead.
6 months
Discuss the
plans with the bride, groom and best man and chief bridesmaid
Discuss the
dress or outfit with the bride, especially if being made. Ascertain
who will pay for
the outfit.
Book your trial run to secure your wedding date.
Start thinking of hair styles and make-up applications and colors.
5 months
Gather pictures of your desired hair and make-up look.
Decide if you want to wear a veil, tiara, or other hair accessory and choose hairstyles based on your choices.
4 months
Begin weekly conditioning treatments on your hair Kérastase are the absolute best.
Get ISH Ionic Rescue Conditioner 6-8 weeks prior.
Get final number of guests and services needed before your trial.
3-1 months
Have your hair & make-up trial run.
Don’t forget to bring your scrapbook of pictures to show your stylist as well as your veil, tiara, or any other accessories you may be wearing in your hair.
Wear a white top with a similar cut to your wedding dress.
Note:
It’s a good idea not to try any new products or facial treatments such as waxing or microdermabrasion the month before the wedding just in case your skin has a reaction.
2 weeks before
Have your hair cut and colored. Even if you just trim the ends, it will ensure that your hair looks healthy and shiny on the day of the wedding.
1 week before
Attend the wedding rehearsal if required.
Work with your hair and make-up artist to finalize your wedding day schedule.
Make sure all of your attendants get a copy so they know what time they should arrive for their appointments on the day of the wedding.
The day before
Collect any hired clothing and accessories.
Get a great manicure, pedicure, and massage. Confirm arrival time and room number with stylist.
Night before:
Wash your hair and blow dry it, relax, and get a good night’s sleep.
If your going to have snacks, cheese platters, or music for the morning of the wedding, schedule it the night before.
On the day
Receive any final instructions from the chief bridesmaid.
Get dressed and help any younger attendants.
Leave for the ceremony 10 minutes before the bride.
At the church
Follow behind the chief bridesmaid or matron of honour up the aisle.
Leave the church after the chief bridesmaid.
Depart for the
reception with the chief bridesmaid and any other bridesmaids.
At the reception
Stand in the receiving line and greet the guests, if required.
Distribute slices of the wedding cake to the guests.
After the wedding
Return any hired clothing and accessories.
