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Tiffany
Dedicated July 2019

Bridesmaid who believes she should be individualistic on my wedding day and is complaining that she isn't getting to do what she wants

Tiffany, on May 22, 2019 at 10:34 AM

Posted in Hair and Makeup 37

So we're about five weeks away from my wedding and I'm trying to get all the little things out together, one of those being accessories for the girls and makeup. One of my bridesmaids suggested a makeup look that was really nice but I didn't think was fit for the wedding, especially with the colors....
So we're about five weeks away from my wedding and I'm trying to get all the little things out together, one of those being accessories for the girls and makeup. One of my bridesmaids suggested a makeup look that was really nice but I didn't think was fit for the wedding, especially with the colors. She suggested another look which was even worse because the look was heavy and looked like makeup you'd wear to the club (that's exactly what I told her). After this, an argument ensues where she feels like she has not been heard and she had had to make so many compromises. Mind you, I bought their dresses which they all loved and which would have been the biggest expense for them. The only things they had to pay for was their hair and make up and shoes. Now, I am someone who isn't fussy but I wanted everyone to be comfortable on my wedding day. I have two teens in my bridal party (14 and 15) and I wanted them to feel included since a of activities for weddings are usually not always inclusive of kids (i.e. the bachelorette party). The parent of one girl asked that I try to make her daughter look age appropriate which I respect and actually agree with. However that one bridesmaid chose makeup that would not be she appropriate and would not fit most of the skin tones of the other girls. I am not trying to have everyone look the same but I didn't want some people to look like they stepped out of vogue magazine while the others looked plain. Moreover, not everyone will be able to pay for a full glam. I know I can't micromanage edgy people are doing to their own bodies but I didn't think it was too much to ask that they do something simple and classy that would look nice for everyone. I have been very permissive and open so far, they agreed on the shoes they'd wear and on their hairstyles. But this one person, ever since my engagement party has been saying stuff like "oh, that won't work for me" or "I have to have a very specific this or that " Am I bring unreasonable? Please, any feedback would be good because I'm still kind of P/O'd and maybe I'm being too uptight. Also, I'm going to link the picture of the makeup look this bridesmaid wanted to go with.

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  • Cristy
    Master May 2021
    Cristy ·
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    I get that. I'm livid right now on your behalf! lol

    You're an intelligent woman who knows when to step back and cool down. Better to do that than to go off on whoever is convenient! I hope you're able to get through to this gal, and give her a reality check. Smiley smile

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  • Tiffany
    Dedicated July 2019
    Tiffany ·
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    I can appreciate your approach FutureMrsD. And honestly I wanted everyone to kind of do their own thing but when I started to realize that there are big gaps in age and stuff like finances, I knew some girls we're just going to end up looking way better than others. I wanted everyone to have a chance to look their best without feeling like they had to measure up to someone else. Does that make any sense? I guess I'm just an inclusive person.
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  • MrsD
    Legend July 2019
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    I'm surprised your hair and makeup artist charge more for fancier styles. All the ones I talked to have a flat fee.

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  • Tiffany
    Dedicated July 2019
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    Yea, that's because it's Jamaica. And all the ones I've talked to so far charge based on type of glam.
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  • Melissa
    VIP September 2019
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    I think that look is a bit dramatic, but if you aren’t going to pay for their makeup, then you really can’t do more than suggest something. Maybe find a makeup style that would look good on her and send it to her. I feel your pain on this one as my one bridesmaid sent a picture of a giant flower hair accessory which I thought she meant for me to wear, but then said that’s what she wants to do and She is dramatic like that and would do something like that to bring attention to herself as well.
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  • L
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    Yeah, you don't get to dictate hair and makeup. ESPECIALLY if they are paying. Just let it go and let her feel beautiful and comfortable.

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  • Tiffany
    Dedicated July 2019
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    Yea. I wasn't trying to make it seem like I'm trying to tell her what to do but I guess it just seemed like everything needed to be about her and it felt like she was just doing that to draw attention to herself like Melissa said. But I will let go of it. Thanks for your comment! Smiley smile
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  • Carlette
    Dedicated August 2020
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    Sounds like she wants to be out of the wedding. It is your day so you should be able to decide on the look you want for your event. She should be able to respect your wishes. I don't think your request is unreasonable. Good luck with it. Hopefully she will come around.
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  • Tiffany
    Dedicated July 2019
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    I told my FH that I am this close 👌 to having it just be me and him, no bridesmaids or groomsmen. I just hate drama and hopefully we can settle this.
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  • Liz
    Savvy November 2019
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    If she wants to be in the wedding she needs to follow your wishes. If you're not willing to lose her as a bridesmaid, then let it go. If it's a dealbreaker for you then tell her she doesn't have to be in the wedding if she doesn't want to fit in.
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  • Nique
    Devoted July 2019
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    Depends if the said person always does there makeup up like so. U cant change a person and maybe should have thought about this before asking them to be a bridesmaid .
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  • Alicia
    Savvy June 2020
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    I believe your wedding your way, even if they are paying for it themselves. Because at the end of the day it's all about you, and not what they want. Wanting them to be comfortable is one thing, but if she can't put her needs and wants aside for one day. Its kinda ridiculous. I feel like if it was reversed and she was the one getting married she would make you do your make-up in a way that isn't flashy and takes the spotlight off her.
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  • Annemarie
    Devoted October 2019
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    I understand your frustration. I have one bridesmaid who will not just let it go that she is NOT wearing black nail polish in my wedding. I've made it crystal clear I want everyone to wear neutral, lighter toned colors and she is driving me nuts about it. I finally told her she can wear navy because the dresses are navy but she CANT wear black. She still brings it up. My MOH is ready to have a talk with her if she says anything again because I don't need to be worrying about something so minimal that isn't a grandiose request.

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  • Shannon
    Expert June 2021
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    I’m not having bridesmaids, but I’ve been married before and did. I’m not a big fan of having the same hair, make up, or dresses for that matter. My thought is, when people choose bridesmaids, they are normally the closest people in their lives. They love them for them. In my eyes, I’d let them be themselves for my wedding too. Life is too short for me to worry about how someone else does their hair and make up.
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  • Catriece
    Beginner December 2019
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    She can sit in the crowd with that attitude lol
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  • Catriece
    Beginner December 2019
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    I’d just tell her if she couldn’t obliged she could sit in the crowd with everyone else. It’s your day, and you’re going for a certain look. I had a friend of mine just get married and she had 4 bridesmaid and the groom had 5 groomsman. So if you’re uneven it’ll be fine. Sounds harsh but again, this day is about you and your fiancé becoming one. Or talk to her mom, I’m assuming she’s one of the teens that’s in your wedding? I’m pretty sure that’s what I got from your post.
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  • Jennifer
    Beginner May 2024
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    Absolutely not. For you maybe. Soft glam for them. She can wear it to her next big event. Good luck
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