When to ask Bridal Party?

Friendships change? Yikes!!!! I've been friends with everyone in my bridal party for over 10 years.

Nonetheless, I asked early (a year out) because I already knew who I wanted in my bridal party, I already knew my date was a holiday weekend, and I already knew my bridal party would appreciate knowing as soon as possible so they can factor in all the expenses involved.

I would say if you are sure of who you want it's not too early but if there is any doubt wait!!! You don't want regrets later.

I'm getting married October 2018 also, and I've already asked mine. I wanted them to know for sure so they could be apart of things we were doing; bridal shows, dress shopping, things like that.

I asked in November of last year and wish I had waited until like March of this year. I totally don't regret asking my 3 girlfriends to be MOH/BMs, but I honestly wouldn't have asked my bridesman if I had waited, we've grown apart.

I don't like the whole "but they have to save!" excuse for asking really early. If they need to save for travel to the wedding, tell them that you've set a date/location when you have. But they shouldn't have to save for months to afford a dress or shoes or bachelorette or anything like that. The cost of those things should be based around what they can afford, not what they can afford if they save for months and months.

I would say wait a bit just because situations can change, but still give enough notice. I want to ask mine soon just so that they can be aware of the costs etc in advance (because they will also have to travel to come to wedding)

My best friend of 16 years, my two sisters, and my daughter is my jr. Bridesmaid. Date is July 2018