The role of the maid of honor is to support the bride both before and during her wedding day. The bride’s attendant is known as “maid of honor” if she is unmarried or “matron of honor” if she is or has been married. Or, if the bride selects a male, he’s called the “Best Person” or “Man of Honor”.

BEFORE THE WEDDING DAY:

Helps Bride select her wedding dress and reception attire

Helps select the outfits for the Bridal Party

Coordinates the bridesmaids, i.e. fittings for dresses

Helps address invitations and announcements

Often plans and hosts a shower or party for the Bride or couple

Normally pays for all wedding day attire with the exception of floral accessories

Helps with planning and arranging decorations

Attends rehearsal and rehearsal party

Assists Bride with travel clothing and luggage

Helps keep track of gifts received and thank you notes to be written

ON THE WEDDING DAY:

Coordinates with the best man regarding details

Helps Bride dress

Reminds Bride to transfer her engagement ring to right hand

Ensures that bridesmaids are carrying their bouquets properly

Arranges Bride’s train before processional

Holds Groom’s ring during the ceremony

Holds Bride’s bouquet during the ceremony

Turns back bride’s veil for ‘the kiss’

Acts as a legal witness to the ceremony and signs documents

Arranges Bride’s train for recessional

Returns bridal bouquet before recessional

Participates in the receiving line

Assists at the reception

Makes sure luggage gets moved to getaway car

Makes a toast at the reception

Helps Bride change into going away outfit