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Just Said Yes August 2025

My best friend is mad i didn’t ask her to be moh

Sara, on April 18, 2025 at 7:25 AM Posted in Planning 0 3
After getting engaged my best friend was hurt I didn’t ask her to be my MOH, and I chose my other close friend for that role. I had still asked my best friend to be in my wedding party, but as a bridesmaid. She had decided to not be in the wedding party because she felt like she should have been my MOH and couldn’t stand beside me without that role on my wedding day. In making this choice, it was very difficult for me. But I knew if I asked her to be my MOH she would’ve made my day all about her, and would want to be the center of attention. From the very beginning she’s shown no interest in our conversations of wedding planning, until she found out I didn’t ask her to be my MOH. She then tried to insert herself heavily into the planning and was only being negative and telling me I’m doing everything wrong. To add to the reasons why I chose against her being MOH, she’s getting married the same year as myself. I had planned to include her in my bachelorette and bridal shower, but because I wasn’t planning it in her time frame, it became a huge problem that led to her causing yet another fight with me. I’ve reached the point where every conversation led to her starting an argument, and blaming me for “excluding her” in my wedding and the events that are leading up to my day. It’s been months since we’ve talked and I’ve been having people reach out to me saying she’s talking about me behind my back, saying I’ve done everything maliciously and I’ve put no effort into including her, when I’ve done just the complete opposite. I just can’t imagine myself having her attend without causing any issues, or making me uncomfortable, as well as my bridal party. I know this will cause the end of our friendship, or we could eventually rekindle our friendship in the future. But I have no desire to do either anytime soon. Does anyone have any input or advice on how I should better go about this situation? Or am I valid in my decisions moving forward?

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Latest activity by Ameliahunt, on April 23, 2025 at 5:27 PM
  • Amity
    Just Said Yes October 2025
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    First off, sorry you're going through this. Your feelings are completely valid and it's your day so I can relate to you not wanting someone who may be known to overshadow or make things about them to be your MOH. It was definitely the right call, and I think the way you've handled the situation is how I would have gone about it as well.


    That being said, I don't know your friendship history or all that's been said behind your back but I can tell you it's tricky/hard to come back from this. I think you should really really evaluate if you even want this person back in your life post wedding. I know people say mean things when they're hurt, but it doesn't undo the damage, it also shows what kind of friend/person they are. Friendships fade and sometimes it's just not avoidable, one thing or another ends up happening. I say, choose your mental health, happiness, and put value in friendships who respect you and are actual good friends. And who knows, in 5 years this may all be water under the bridge and she could apologize and you could be closer than ever. Do what feels right for you in this moment, even if it means pausing the friendship.
    Hope your wedding day is amazing!
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  • Krista
    Just Said Yes October 2025
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    I'm so sorry you're going through this. I also had a bridesmaid be upset with me for not choosing them as my MOH. She eventually came around, but it definitely caused a lot of unnecessary stress. Your feelings are valid and you've handled the situation with a lot of grace. It's clear that you have made the right decision. It sounds like she needed to be granted the highest honor in order to feel special and is throwing a tantrum. Real friends don't do this. She should feel honored to be in your wedding regardless of the role given.

    Siding with Amity's advice, put yourself first. This is your wedding day and only you and your fiance have the upper-hand in how things go. Speaking from personal experience, understand that you did NOT do anything wrong. Allow yourself to process this situation in any way you see fit. Any decision you make, whether it's to end the friendship entirely or to rekindle it later on, should provide you a sense of peace at the end of the day. Surround yourself with those who respect you and are genuinely happy for you. You're going to get through it! Happy wedding planning and congrats to you and your fiance!

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  • Ameliahunt
    Just Said Yes August 2025
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    You are absolutely valid in your decisions, and its like you’ve been thoughtful, patient, and more than fair. Planning a wedding should be joyful, not emotionally draining, and no one not even a best friend is entitled to a specific role in your day. You tried to include her, gave her a place in your wedding party, and even planned to involve her in other events. Her reaction, repeated negativity, and drama unfortunately say more about her than about your actions.

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