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Beginner September 2019

bridemaid help

Kristen, on July 9, 2019 at 1:13 PM Posted in Planning 0 6

Hi Ladies... My wedding date is right around the corner (9/7/19). One of my bridesmaids and my FH groomsman (best friend for 10+ years). Me and the BM are friends through our hubbies friendship. So when I asked it was an immediate decision because we are all family.


Fast forward my BM and Groomsman are not in a good place and they are working on things. The BM dropped out of my Bachelorette party the same day we got the bridesmaid dresses. It is so unclear what the plans are because they are taking things day by day.


If she chooses to not be in the wedding it will be 7 girls to 10 guys in stead of 8 girls to 10 guys which I only wanted to double walk the MOH's (2 of them).


I have a girl from work that we are friends and kind of fell off for a little bit. But we have had conversations and we are back on track. I feel like there is so much going on and I don't know if I should keep everything the same or have my coworker fill in. I am okay asking her or keeping her as a guest.


The small twist if I don't ask the co worker she may be upset, because I asked another co worker and she has NO idea that the other one was asked.


any insight is much appreciated Smiley smile

6 Comments

Latest activity by Clíodhna, on August 15, 2019 at 9:50 AM
  • Jessica
    VIP June 2020
    Jessica ·
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    That's tough. Usually I would say no because it's so close to the wedding, but if she is expecting it and has time to get a dress and what not then I guess it wouldn't hurt to ask.

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  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
    Caytlyn ·
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    Your bridesmaids should be your closest friends and your closest friends shouldn’t be replaceable. That’s hurtful for both the friend that you’re replacing and the friend who was your last resort.
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  • Madison
    Dedicated August 2020
    Madison ·
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    I've seen this happen before, and your coworker could most definitely pick up on the fact that you "pity" asked or asked just to make numbers. Include those most close to you on your big day... the small details of them walking down won't matter as much.

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  • M
    VIP January 2019
    Maggie ·
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    Yes to all of this. And also, there's no real reason to replace anyone. Having one less bridesmaid won't have any material affect on the day and certainly no affect on how married you will be by the end of it.

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  • L
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    I would not replace anyone. Even if BM and her H are going through a tough time, you still picked her for a reason. I would also not want to be a consolation bridesmaid just because you only wanted 1 group to "double-walk". That's not picking someone for the right reason.

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  • Clíodhna
    WeddingWire Administrator January 2030
    Clíodhna ·
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    Hey Kristen! Did you decide what to do about your bridesmaids?

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