Only 2 Bridesmaids

I think 2 is a great number! Don't force yourself to have a larger bridal party, it will only set up for issues and disappointment later on!

You can always invite the cousins and the friend to a bachelorette party and a shower, but don't ask them to be in your bridal party if you're only doing it to have more bridesmaids.

I think your bridal party should only include those you are closest to in life. If that's only two, so be it. You should never ask someone to be a bridesmaid out of obligation, or family tie, or any reason other than "I can't imagine doing this without this person beside me." That generally translates to the most important people in your life right now.

You say you've seen lots of weddings with lots of bridesmaids, but there are just as many out there who don't have any. Read more of the forums on this subject, and you'll find a lot of women who aren't having any bridesmaids at all. There is no rule about this, and no I don't think it will look funny. I only have 3. But the important thing is that you shouldn't compare your wedding to anyone else's. I know that's easier said than done at times. But you need to create your special day with the things you want, and the people you want, even if it's only 2.

Bonus of having fewer bridesmaids? Less potential drama to deal with!! lol

I'm glad it helped! It's really about quality, not quantity!

Quality over quantity is what I always like to say about friendships!

Plus, like others have said, less drama (hopefully lol)!