The best man’s responsibilities may differ depending on specific expectations of each wedding. Clear communication early on during the planning process of your wedding will help you accurately express your wishes and help your wedding day to go smoothly. Use our tips as a basic guideline to help your groom’s sidekick (his best man) know what to expect with his role in your wedding.
{The Best Man Responsibilities}
- Assist groom with wedding details such as accommodations for out-of-town groomsmen and ushers.
- See that the groom is properly attired and at the church or synagogue on time. Tie bowties, provide drinks, if applicable and otherwise support the to-be-wed.
- Give the minister a sealed envelope with payment (from the groom) immediately following the ceremony.
- Sign the marriage license as a witness.
- Hold the bride’s ring during the ceremony.
- Coordinate the ushers and make sure they are properly dressed and understand where to seat the guests.
- Sits to the bride’s right at the reception, providing charming conversation throughout.
- May dance with the maid/matron of honor during the first dance.
- Propose the first toast to the newlyweds.
- Hold luggage under lock and key until the bride and groom depart.
- Help the groom change into going away attire.
- Escort the bride and groom to their limousine or drive them to the hotel or airport.
- Return all formal wear rentals on time, and to the correct formal wear shop.
- Assist maid of honor in transporting gifts to the bride and groom’s home.
Would you like to see more tips to help with your wedding plans? View our Summer/Fall 2016 issue of Premier Bride of Mississippi online here!