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Chrissy4985
VIP June 2017

Will You Be My Bridesmaid? How did you ask your friends?

Chrissy4985, on January 25, 2016 at 4:52 PM Posted in Planning 0 37

Heeeyyyy! Ladies,

I saw this really cute, "Will you be my bridesmaid ?" box on etsy. It looks like a great size to put a bunch of nice things and delectable items. What do you guys think of it? How did you ask your closest to be bm/moh?


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Latest activity by Jacky, on January 25, 2016 at 9:19 PM
  • Chrissy4985
    VIP June 2017
    Chrissy4985 ·
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    Here is another style by the same maker..


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  • F
    Master December 2015
    Fiona ·
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    I would wait on asking your bridal party so soon. People say things aren't going to change, but they will. Trust me.

    Also, I think the boxes are cute. I don't think they're necessary, but if you've got a little extra to splurge, go ahead.

    I asked my BMs and MOHs via text message and snapchat.

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  • Celia Milton
    Celia Milton ·
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    Just ask.

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  • Margaret
    Master September 2015
    Margaret ·
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    I wrote them a nice note because everyone loves snail mail and ended the note saying to call and we'd chat. I didn't make a huge deal out of it, just thought my ladies would enjoy a card in the mail.

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  • Salisott
    VIP February 2017
    Salisott ·
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    You are WAY too far out to be asking people to stand up. I would recommend waiting a few months before asking people. Relationships may change.

    Otherwise, the boxes are cute. I don't think it has to be a big show, but if that's what you are going for... the boxes are adorable!

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  • Brittany
    Expert October 2016
    Brittany ·
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    This is what I sent. They called when they got it and we gushed over wedding detials.


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  • M
    Master July 2015
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    Ha. Two got phone calls, two got texts, and one got a g-chat. My sister already knew, didn't have to ask her.

    I really, really h ate these boxes. I got one for another wedding with the cheapest crap in it, I threw out the necklace. Totally useless, and I would have been much more touched if she had called rather than just throwing money at Etsy.

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  • Staci
    Master September 2014
    Staci ·
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    Those boxes are cute. Don't go too overboard with it.

    I did propose to my sister though to be my MOH. I did it at her work and it was hilarious and embarrassing lol.

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  • N
    Master November 2015
    NenaBear ·
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    They're cute.

    I sent my ladies a text message. I'm so not into this proposing to bridesmaids trend.

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  • Celia Milton
    Celia Milton ·
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    Oh yeah.....don't do it now. Wait until 6-8 months before.

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  • FutureMrsHarris
    Super April 2017
    FutureMrsHarris ·
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    Chrissy4985 What is the sellers name on those boxes? I love them!

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  • Mrs. Coakley
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    Mrs. Coakley ·
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    I asked them in person. I'm not into the whole extravaganza and neither are they. Smiley smile

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  • S&J
    Master August 2017
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    I love the boxes that is what I plan on doing when I do decide to ask. I like that there are inexpensive things in the boxes, so it's not over the top. I know my group of friends will definitely appreciate it.

    But I agree with @Mrs. Faith about waiting to ask.

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  • Ashley
    Dedicated March 2016
    Ashley ·
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    I made boxes I got from Michaels for each one with various little items in them and put their title on a little notebook! They loved them!!


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  • Lynnie
    WeddingWire Administrator October 2016
    Lynnie ·
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    I made boxes and had balloons they popped! I like the 2nd style you posted better, I just don't think I'd keep a box that asks me to be a bridesmaid on the top Smiley smile I would keep a box with my first initial, monogram, or name.



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  • Dana
    VIP October 2016
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    I did the balloon pop too and it was a hit. I used to work at Michaels so I got the supplies I needed for under $3pp. The only one that was a pain was my cousin in California, the rest I dropped off to their doorstep Smiley smile it's certainly not needed, but for as cheap as it was, I have no regrets.

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  • Rachel
    Dedicated July 2016
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    I just asked them in person (1 with a phone call, since we're long distance), and that worked great for me. I don't think that you need any frills...if anything, that might make it awkward for them if they feel like they can't do it for financial reasons or any other reason. For my MOH, I asked her to come to a wedding dress appointment with me alone. I made something up that since it was a trunk show, only one person was allowed (a little white lie is okay, right?). After the appointment, I just asked her in the parking lot! I'll never forget that moment...it is one of my favorite memories of our friendship! She cried and cried! Texting and fb messaging can be really great, but I'm so glad that I asked her in person. Next, I set up another dress appointment with my MOH and soon-to-be bridesmaids. I asked them right before the appointment. It made it that much more special when I picked my dress that day! So, what I'm trying to say is, gifts and cards are a sweet gesture, but the verbal method is totally sufficient, and it gives them the chance to think about it if they need to. You could always take them all out for a drink after they say yes!

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  • FFW
    Master August 2016
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    I called first. which i would def suggest for you since you're having a DW right. Putting someone on the spot with a nice box like that might make them feel like they have to say yes. With the expense of a DW and without knowing all the details (including cost) I would not want them to make a decision like that. I called my girls individually and then asked them publicly in a post on social media to make them feel special. They loved it esp the ones that are related to me.

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  • Future Mrs Fab
    Devoted November 2018
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    Since you are having a DW I would not suggest that you wait to ask them as they would need time to pay for dress and travel to your wedding. I agree with FFW ask them 1st, then you can do something like the box for them unless you are very certain about your relationship with them then I say go for it. Cute boxes tho!

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  • Future Mrs Fab
    Devoted November 2018
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    Since you are having a DW I would not suggest that you wait to ask them as they would need time to pay for dress and travel to your wedding. I agree with FFW ask them 1st, then you can do something like the box for them unless you are very certain about your relationship with them then I say go for it. Cute boxes tho!

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