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Flower Girl and Ring Bearer Duties
Wedding

What to Expect When Your Child Is in a Wedding

It's an honor for your child to be part of a loved one's wedding, but with that special position comes a bit of responsibility.
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It's an honor for your child to be part of a loved one's wedding, but with that special position comes a bit of responsibility. With wedding season in full force, we're outlining some of the must-know duties for flower girls and ring bearers. Will your little one be walking down the aisle? Here are some tips and details to guide you through the experience:

Parties
Between engagement parties and bridal showers and bridal party luncheons, the number of prewedding events can be high. If your child is invited to one of the get-togethers, here are a couple tips to keep in mind:

  • Consider the party an opportunity for your little one to establish relationships with the rest of the bridal party. You may not be present for all the day-of festivities, so it's important that your child feels comfortable with the others.
  • Get to know the maid of honor or another person who's close to the bride so that you have another contact to reach when the bride is busy — both before and during the wedding day.

Attire
Whether your child is the flower girl or the ring bearer, the wedding attire is definitely something you should discuss early on. You want your little one's style to fit in with the rest of the bridal party, but it's just as important to find a comfortable option, too. Keep these specifics in mind:

  • The bride likely has a vision for the entire bridal party, so reach out ahead of time to see what she prefers. Plus, since it's probably a one-time wear, be open and honest about your budget from the get-go.
  • Depending on your child's age, you may want to wait until a month or so before the wedding to buy their outfit. Not only will you ensure a better fit, but you'll also have a chance to adjust the pieces as necessary.
  • Shoes should be purchased in advance so that your little one can break them in and be extra comfortable for the big day.

Read on for more bridal party expectations.

Cool Ring-Bearer Pillows and Bowls
Weddings

10 Supercute Pillows and Bowls For Lil Ring Bearers

If your son has been asked to be a ring bearer in a friend of family's wedding, your biggest concern is probably whether or not he'll make it down the aisle gracefully — not what he'll be carrying.
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If your son has been asked to be a ring bearer in a friend of family's wedding, your biggest concern is probably whether or not he'll make it down the aisle gracefully — not what he'll be carrying. (We can't imagine who decided a toddler was the best person to ensure those all-important wedding bands made it to the altar, but we digress . . . ) Once you check out these 10 adorable ring-bearer pillows and bowls — a new wedding trend that makes so much sense as they can be turned into a home decor piece after the big day — you might just change your mind.

Paloma's Nest Blooming Branch Dish ($52) Chartreuse Lime and Linen Pillow ($47) Lace and Pearl Ring Bowl ($38) Embroidered Ring-Bearer Hoop ($100) Leaf-Shaped Ring Bowl ($72) Irish Linen Pillow ($70) Wood-Grain Ring Dish ($20)
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Tips For Your Lil Boy Taking on the Ring Bearer Role
Wedding

Tips For Your Lil Boy Taking on the Ring Bearer Role

In most weddings, there's a beautiful bride, an adorable flower girl, and then a lil ring bearer who steals the show.
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In most weddings, there's a beautiful bride, an adorable flower girl, and then a lil ring bearer who steals the show. Whether it's the dapper dude's smirk or the sparkle in his eye as he walks down the aisle, there's something to be said for a tot in a tux! If your son has had the honor of being asked to be in someone's wedding party, make sure he's prepared to fill the role.

  • Attend the clothing fitting to ensure that your son is comfortable in the ensemble the bride and groom have selected. You don't want your mini me fidgeting at the altar. Tux rental or purchasing a suit will run upwards of $65.
  • Your kiddo will also need a pair of shoes to complement his attire. Some designs can be a bit clunky so inspect the kicks to make sure he won't trip as he takes to the aisle. Shoes normally set you back $35 and up.
  • Rehearse prior to the formal rehearsal so your tot knows what is expected of him and won't be intimidated when the big day comes.
  • Keep your lil one occupied at the rehearsal dinner and wedding reception with a bag of goodies stowed in your purse.
  • Let him loose on the dance floor. Give him an incentive for minding his manners during the festivities — he can cut a rug once the music plays.
  • Know his limits. Rest up prior to the nuptials, and if your tot looks tuckered at the event, let him nap or call it a night.

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Children at Weddings
Wedding

The Gifted Child: Flower Girls and Ring Bearers

At the wedding I attended last weekend, the flower girls were rewarded for their hard work and petal spreading duties.
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At the wedding I attended last weekend, the flower girls were rewarded for their hard work and petal spreading duties.

While adults sat around and sipped champagne, the lil girls delighted in the new found goodies that the bride had placed at their table.

To see what the wedded couple gifted them, read more