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Your wedding squad will be the evening’s VIPs, and deciding who makes the cut can be quite an undertaking. We’ve got tips and advice to help you pick your bridesmaids and groomsmen, nominate your maid of honor and best man, choose the best gifts to thank them for their help, and handle flower girls and ring bearers who get sudden stage fright once the music starts.

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How to Gently Nudge Your Bridesmaids and Groomsmen to Get Their S#*& Together
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Worried your bridesmaids and groomsmen aren't up to the task? Here are some ways to gently help them get their act together.
The Pregnant Bridesmaid Etiquette Guide Every Bride & ‘Maid Needs
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Whether you're a bridesmaid or a bride, here are all of your pregnant bridesmaid etiquette questions, answered!
A Day in the Life of a Bridesmaid, Minute by Minute
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Let’s walk through a typical wedding day timeline for a bridesmaid to give you a sense of what your day might look like.
7 Signs You're Being a Good Bridesmaid
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Here are some signs that you’re rockin’ it when it comes to your bridesmaid role and responsibilities.
Thinking of Firing a Bridesmaid? Follow These 6 Steps First.
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Let’s see if we can’t de-escalate before you consider firing a bridesmaid.
Cute Alternatives to ‘Bridesmaid’ and ‘Groomsman’
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Check out these suggestions for when traditional wedding party titles don’t really fit your upcoming nuptials.
6 Signs You're Annoying Your Bridesmaids
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It's true: you'll probably annoy your bridesmaids sooner or later. Know the warning signs and handle the situation like a pro with these tips.
5 Rules for Having a Bridesman or a Groomswoman
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If you’ve asked a friend to be a bridesman or a groomswoman, you’ll want to be sure you’re doing your best to make them feel included in your wedding party.
Why Sisters Make the BEST Maids of Honor
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Choosing your sister as your maid of honor is the smartest decision you’ll make throughout wedding planning — here’s why.
These 7 Bonding Activities Will Make Your Bridesmaids BFFs
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Try out these fun bridesmaid bonding activities to help your bridal party get to know each other a little better before the big day.
This Is the Actual Cost of Being a Bridesmaid
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Between the bridesmaid dress, the bachelorette party, the hair and makeup… Trust us, it’s more than you think.
The 8 Things Every 20-Something Bridesmaid Needs to Know
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Turns out, being a bridesmaid in your 20s isn't all bachelorette parties and booze — here's what you need to know to survive the big day.
6 Ways Bridesmaids Can Say “No” to a Bride
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Saying "no" to a bride may be tricky waters for a bridesmaid to navigate—but it's often quite necessary.
How to Avoid Bridesmaid Drama
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Bridesmaid drama is inevitable and happens to everyone. Not everyone is going to agree with the decisions you make for your wedding.
10 Questions Bridesmaids Should Not Ask on the Wedding Day
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On the morning of the wedding, the levels of both excitement and nerves will be high. Don't cause even more stress by asking questions that will aggravate the bride.
25 Texts You'll Send to Your Maid of Honor
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Just check out a few common texts you'll probably send to your maid of honor.