Modern British weddings have changed a lot over the years, but some of the core facets have remained mostly unchanged. Guests in general are always an important part of any social wedding ceremony/reception, but some hold more significance than others. As you are probably aware, that’s because of the unique roles that only special friends and close family members play in weddings. Take a quick look through the most important of those roles next, usually played by women from both sides.

Mother of the Bride

The title itself is self-explanatory as she is, quite literally, the mother of the bride. She is the chief matron from the bride’s side and (traditionally) holds significant sway over almost everything related to the wedding. Along with the bride herself, her mum will be one of those few attendees who will have the most limelight on them.

Suffice it to say that if your daughter’s wedding is coming up, you’ll need to make sure that you look your best on her big day. Now, older wedding dresses tend to hold more sentimental value than anything new, but don’t end up stressing yourself trying to fit into it.

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Mother of the Groom

The Mother of the Groom is the other chief matron who (traditionally) holds just as much sway over the wedding as the Mother of the Bride. Their duties and responsibilities are not exactly the same, but a lot of that depends on what kind of wedding it is, and the exact setting of the ceremony. For the most part, the groom’s mother is the counterpart of the bride’s mum on the other side.

Bridesmaids

A group of women chosen by the bride to help her plan, arrange, dress, host, attend, and organise multiple aspects of the prewedding and the wedding are collectively called Bridesmaids. Bridesmaids generally consist of only the bride’s closest friends and family members. During the ceremony, they are traditionally seen standing beside the bride, ready to assist her as needed.

Maid of Honour

Being called to be a part of the bridesmaids is itself an honour, but the Maid of Honour receives a higher distinction even among the bridesmaids. Although she is chosen from the bridesmaids, she becomes the chief organiser and head of the group. A Maid of Honour may also have special duties and responsibilities assigned to her, such as safeguarding the wedding ring, preparing the Flower Girl, attending to the special guests, etc. Once again, it differs depending on the circumstances.

The Flower Girl is (traditionally) a girl aged 8 or less, often accompanied by the Ring Bearer, who is a boy aged 8 or below. Just as the name suggests, the Flower Girl will walk the aisle carrying a flower basket and sprinkling petals all the way. Her responsibility may seem trivial, but it’s both tradition and cute!