Bridesmaids/Groomsmen Meeting - HELP!

I think you should give them all the information that you KNOW for certain so far.

date, colors, location, etc.

I might be in the majority but I am not one of those people who thinks that everyone should cater to me b/c I'M THE BRIDE... So you might ask your ladies such things as

1. What is the max $ they are able/willing to spend on their dresses. You might also need to factor shoes/jewelry into their attire budget.

2. Any style of dress they would feel uncomfortable wearing

Not sure how many girls you have but you may want to ask them to bring their calendars and go ahead and set up a date to start looking for dresses. I can't really think of anything else...

Oh great good, especialyl about the price. I'm not an alla bout the bride either, I just want everyone to have a good time.

Hire a wedding planner.

If you have an idea of the timeline that would be helpful for them too. Ask them what they are willing to help with if you need help with any wedding tasks. Relax and have fun with your friends!

Happy Planning!

Nicole

Arnaldo - I wish I could afford a wedding planner, just someone who could help a little bit

Thanks Nicole!! The timeline is an excellent idea!

Arnaldo, not everyone has the money in their budget for a wedding planner! I don't think you understand that everytime you say this it makes a bride feel bad because for us it just isn't reasonable! As much as every bride would love some help it's just not something doable for everyone!

Sorry Chocolate I just had to get that out :-).

Find out what attire they would rather stay away from. You might find out that some ladies love strapless and some want some support. As for GM find out what they feel more comfortable in tux wise. If they won't feel comfortable in the jacket then maybe just go with a vest. You might also want to get some comparison prices around for dresses/tuxs that you like to give them an idea of what you have in mind price/look wise for them. Make sure to stay open minded to what they like and dislike. Good luck :-)

What does a wedding planner have to do with a wedding party meeting? lol!

@ JJ for me is not as much budget as it is I'm too controlling to have a planner. I started out working with a planner and lets' just say it didn't work very well...

AMEN JJ!

Alnardo, you are starting to be a little annoying. I see your face all the time - always telling people to spend more money – to stretch or bust their budget . Please understand that we ALWAYS appreciate vendor comments, help, and experience - but your short phrases like "Don't forget your photographer 1st when budgeting" and "Hire a wedding planner" are not helpful. We know that these types of vendors exist - but you make ME feel that you are simply trolling for business, not willing to have actual discussions with brides. There are LOTS of vendors here who chime in all the time with HELPFUL advice. Please take note.

Whew! Got that off my chest. :-)

@Chocolate - my two cents

Colors, theme, any timeline you have, inspiration photos, etc

Ok..well I have a planner and she suggested that we wait until closer to the wedding (March) to have the meeting so that we can present to them all definite details. I am so anxious to have a meeting because I want them to be fully aware of all that needs to be done on thier part. With that being said, about 9 months out we had a little get together are our house to kind of introduce everyone to each other but not many details were discussed because we didnt have all of them. Now that its closer to time, the planner is suggesting we put together a packet of information for them as far as hotel options, key persons to contact for questions, the names of vendors etc. This way they become responsible members of the wedding party. I think any information that you provide to help them better estimate costs, time and expectations will be helpful.

Thanks Mrs.Joseph for saying what I've been wanting to say, lol. I also do appreciate help/advice when relevant.

Thanks Ladies for having my back! I'm going to push the meeting back a bit and incorporate pretty much everything here lol.

Thanks much!

When should we as brides have a meeting like this? I was going to meet with the party seperately, but I like this idea, when is a good time frame to do this?