It’s about time! Finally, your best friend, your sister from another mother, has said yes to a guy, and she will soon grace the wedding hall. But along with all the glitz and glamour, remember that being a bride is quite difficult. And so is being her bridesmaid. While your Dulhan is going through all the relative shenanigans and preparing for the wedding, your sole job is that she survives all it. And trust us, this is a task not all can take. And that is why she chose you!
So take a breath, roll up your sleeves, and note all this down! Every single detail will make you the best bridesmaid ever. And you will also prove to your Dulhan why you have been her go-to girl for all these years. Here’s Bridesmaid 101, the guide on how to be the ultimate bestie for your Dulhans’ special day.
The Must-Dos of Being a bridesmaid at a Desi Wedding
So let’s make it clear: there are a few responsibilities that are just the basics and are common knowledge for you to do. They include providing emotional support, maintaining a positive vibe, and coordinating with family. As the ultimate bestie to your bride, you must step up, take the leap, and make a difference by completing all these tasks.
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Organize, Organize, Organize
We can not emphasize enough the fact how much you have to organize to keep the wedding rolling smoothly. So before you start doing anything, make a list on your phone. You can also use the Shaadi Tayari app to do that for you. It’s an easy way to keep up with all the details of things that need to happen—how, when, where, and more.
Things that you’ll need to include in your list include spa visits, bridal services, fitting appointments, jewelry shopping, buying intimates, and more shopping! Trust us, the last part won’t end even if the Dulhan is past her rukhsati.
Organise the list of priority and until which date that task has to be done, no matter what. You have no idea how many Dulhans forget so many things and rush to market at the last minute. This way, you’ll help your friend remember every single wedding detail, ultimately becoming the best bridesmaid in town.
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Be the Best Host
As the ultimate bridesmaid, being shy is not your game! You have to be on your feet 24/7. And while being the responsible one, you’ll also have to be the fun girl.
From hosting events to decorating your Dulhan’s soon-to-be Mayka, you have to do it all. Especially events like bridal showers, dholki, and mayon are yours to handle; after all, it is your girl’s wedding. Decorate her house and schedule dance practices not only with the friend group but also with cousins, phupos, chachis, khalas, and everyone! Bring out the music, and let their dance grooves do all the magic. Your Dulhan will thank you for hosting such enjoyable and relaxed moments.
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Get That Bag Ready
The bag? Oh yes, the bag! There is a magic bag that has everything. Makeup for touchups, tissues, perfumes, extra slippers, pins, cleaning wipes, and combs—everything is in that bag. You have no idea how many mishaps go unnoticed just because the Dulhan bestie had that one bag in the bridal room.
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On the Day Responsibilities
Finally, the day has come, and now you can rest. What can go wrong, right? Yikes, no! Again, there is no time to rest because all the preparation, list-making, and organization have finally come to their ultimate execution.
Get a cup of coffee and keep your senses wide open so you dont miss out on anything. Make sure the Dulhan is fed, no kid is ruining her entry, her dupatta is pinned up, and no one is missing from the family photo. At the time of rukhsati, make sure her belongings are neatly packed and sent off to her in-laws in advance for a stress-free vidai.
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Post-Wedding Duties
We could have ended this guide at point 4. But this is the definitive guide to being the best bestie to your Dulhan, the bridesmaid 101. This means even after the wedding there are a few things for you to take care of.
Keep tabs on the photographer about the photo album, host post-wedding hangouts, and meet the bride’s family on and off. They’ll be feeling so lonely at this point that one could only imagine.
Small Things to Do to Keep a Smile on Your Dulhans Face
Being a bride is not that easy; it’s simply stressful, and you don’t want your Dulhan to get sad, emotional, or feel on the edge of a breakdown.
So to avoid that, here are a few things you can do to keep your girl cherished at all times.
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When she gets overwhelmed, allow her to vent, and don’t forget to discuss nonwedding topics with her as well.
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Help her gather inspirations and ideas from many platforms; one that could do the deed is Shaadi Tayari.
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For the family members who can’t attend the wedding, ask them to send a video of them blessing the newlyweds; this will truly make her day.
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Keep the bride hydrated and fed, at all costs!
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Stay close to her during the couple photos; many families will ditch the moment because of haya, but you’ll be there just in case she needs anything.
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Plan lunch or tea breaks as a getaway from the wedding chaos.
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Capture random pics and videos from the entire wedding prep to the actual day, compile it up, send it to her, and watch that smile glow.
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Lastly, give the bride her space. What’s worse than Bridzella? A bridesmaid who just won’t get the cue to leave.
Wrapping it up!
Being a bridesmaid is all fun, love, and a little bit of madness! Every role you play, such as planning events, celebrating with her, or just being her rock, diminishes the burden of stress that comes with the wedding arrangements.
Well, wear your fighting gear for this, enjoy it to the fullest, and make your Dulhan feel special throughout the journey.
Also, in case you need help in planning your wedding, Shaadi Tayari has got you covered!
With the help of our platform, you will be able to plan everything from the vendor list to the timeline and much more!
Come onboard with Shaadi Tayari today and be on the path towards a dream wedding!