MOH vs Matron of Honor vs Bridesmaid

Did you mean Matron of Honor vs Maid of Honor??

Yes, ha. Sorry

A Maid of Honor is single (not married) and a Matron of Honor is married. Generally, you give the title of Maid of Honor/Matron of Honor to the person you are closest with in your bridal party. The only "roles" they have (either Maid/Matron of Honor or Bridesmaid) are to buy a dress and stand by your side on your special day. Happy planning!

They're all similar in that they're the women who stand beside you to support you at your wedding. The MOH is slightly more "special," I guess you could say: one you want to honor. That can be your sister or bff, or if you have multiple sisters or bffs you could eliminate it entirely. The only difference between the two kinds of MOH is marital status: maid (unmarried) or matron (married). I'm sure someone else can explain it more succinctly.

Like PP said, the difference is being married or not. As far as roles, technically the only thing you should expect is for them to get the dress and show up. Every circle is different, my bridal party drives me crazy but they go out their way to help and give me input. That's what I've always know and expected bridesmaids and Moh's to do. That's also what my bridal party knows and expected to do. I don't have to ask. But to each its own.

Sometimes it's the MOH and best man (otherwise known as "honor attendants") who sign and witness your marriage license. They can also hold rings if you prefer. And they usually both give speeches at the reception. I know WW is big on the whole "All they need to do is show up with attire"...and that's true. But your honor attendants can be as involved (or not) as you/they choose I think.

These days, it's also common for the MOH to do a speech as well, whilst the bridesmaids do not. Obviously if she is really uncomfortable she doesn't have to, but that is a key distinction between bridesmaid and MOH where I'm from. (Our MOH's also hold the bouquet of the bride at the ceremony and sign the register for us. They also generally organise the hens do, but again, it's what they want do for you and what is common in your area)