We are both having 7 including 1 sibling each.. No compromise needed, we both just have 7 people that we didn't even have to think twice about having by our side. Luckily, made it very easy for us. I don't think there has to be even on both sides, either! 2021 made us reconsider old traditions, and I'm all for it.
I originally wanted 6 but that meant having to choose between my cousins so I decided not to do that and now I’ll have 5 (2 MOH, 2 bridesmaids and 1 bridesman). FH will also have 5. There’s not perfect number.
I’ll be having 6. My fiancé wants less than that because he doesn’t have that may groomsmen. But I have a lot of sisters and it’s either all or none of them! I considered having my daughter as a jr bridesmaids, but I’ll be giving her the maid of honor title so I don’t have to choose between my sisters!
We are planning to both have 6! I think if you feel each of the people you choose should be by you on your day then do it. There’s no reason in settling. It’s your day! 🥰