The role of Chief Bridesmaid (or ‘Maid / Matron of Honour’, call it what you like) is the Bride’s rock – Ms. Dependable who always knows what to do in a crisis.
So if you have been lucky enough to be chosen as a Chief Bridesmaid, then congratulations, you are obviously doing something right!
As with all members of the Wedding Party, there are responsibilities that need to be picked up and the Chief Bridesmaid definitely gets her fair share. From the moment the Wedding is announced, right through to the Big Day itself, there is plenty to keep you occupied including an eclectic mix of traditional and modern chores. Let’s start by taking a look at those responsibilities that every Chief Bridesmaid up and down the country will be getting stuck in to:
Being a shoulder to cry on for when the Bride’s down, an expert listener for when she has a lot to get off her chest and a stand-up comic when she just needs a good old laugh!
Organising the Hen Night – see the Stag & Hen Nights section for in-depth advice on how to go about this.
Assisting the Bride in choosing suitable Bridesmaid outfits – it is important to go along with whatever the Bride wants, but at least you will have an opportunity to steer her away from the dress that would look more at home on Joan Collins in an episode of Dallas!
Attending all the relevant dress fittings and ensuring that all the other Bridesmaids do likewise.
