Role of Maid & Matron of Honor Fran,
I am having a maid of honor and a matron of honor, I would like to know who
comes down the aisle first after the bridesmaids? Also, who stands next to the bride and fixes her gown during the ceremony!
Kim Cole Dear Kim:
There is no rule of thumb as to who comes down the aisle first or stands next to you.
It is simply a decision you make. You might make it on the basis of height, or who is your best friend. It is also perfectly proper to have them both walk down the aisle, side by side. As far as who holds your bouquet and who straightens your gown, why not hand your bouquet to one and ask the other to fix your dress. Remember the rule..... Your wedding, YOUR way!!
Best Wishes,
Fran
Dear Fran,
I am going to be the maid of honor for an acquaintance at her second wedding. What is expected of me considering this is a second wedding? Am I expected to have a bridal shower and invite all who will be attending the wedding?
GayleGayle,
This is a "new" beginning for your friend! OF course, you will want to make it special in any way that you can!! A bridal shower would be terrific and it is NEVER expected to invite EVERYONE who is being invited to the wedding.
Ideas for a shower for second weddings might include a lingere party for the bride, or a kitchen shower, or any other kind of shower where the couple might be lacking particular items after putting together two households. You might also consider a "couples shower" where IF the couple has a particular hobby or enjoy a particular sport, you could suggest gifts to go along with that theme. (Such as a camping shower if they enjoy
camping out or fishing and hunting - or - maybe a Scrapbooking shower for the bride if she is into scapbooking her old photos) Good luck and enjoy the festivities. Fran
Dear Fran,
My brother has asked me to be his honor attendant (Best Person) because we are so close. I'm looking for my responsibilities as the stand in for Best Man during the wedding and reception.
I would also like some ideas on where to find
ideas for a unique toast to them. How should we handle leaving the front of the church? Traditionally the best man walks the maid of honor out. I don't think this is appropriate in my situation. What would you suggest? Thanks, TeresaTeresa Theresa
Walk out singly with you leading the way following the happy couple, followed by the Maid/Matron of Honor and then the other couples can walk together as is traditional! Fran | 
