Wedding Invitation News, Etiquette & Planning Blog

One of the most exciting parts of planning a wedding is sharing the festivities with all of the closest people in your life, especially your bridal party. While celebrating and picking out dresses can be a blast, being a part of the wedding party is also a big job. Because most people will consider being selected a great honor, it’s important that you ask your closest friends and family to be a part of your bridal party in a special and memorable way.

I’ve compiled some of the best links to help you ask your bridal party to…well, be your bridal party!

-About.com Weddings has a great list of creative and fun ways to ask your bridesmaids.

-Wedaholic has compiled a huge list of unique ideas for asking your friends to be a part of your wedding.

-This bride from New York shares her tips for popping the big bridesmaid question. Although many of the suggestions are specific to New York, each of them can be adjusted to fit your situation, no matter where you live.

-How about an edible delight to make any of your sweet-tooth friends smile?  Aisledash suggests these adorable custom-printed cookies.

-Check out this cute thank you note on Wedding Paper Divas.  Because all of our cards are easily customizable, you can feel free to change the wording on the front to “Will you…?” or even “Be my Bridesmaid.”  A personal note inside will make this a special keepsake for any of your maids.

Another great idea is to purchase a set of customized personal stationary as a small token of your appreciation.  Instead of a couple’s name, use your friends name and initials to customize this great monogrammed note card or this sweet bouquet card.  Any of our thank you notes can be personalized to fit your bridesmaids, and they’ll receive a thoughtful stationary set they can use again and again!