Many couples choose to do most of the work themselves i.e. Buy the clothes for the bridesmaids etc.. But the traditional way is as follows

Matron of Honor (Bride's right-hand woman)
  • Is responsible for her own gown and accessories
  • Arranges the hen party (guests, entertainment etc..)
  • Keeps a record of wedding gifts
  • Acts as official witness
  • Helps to settles the bride`s nerves
  • Helps bridesmaids on the big day
  • Holds bride's bouquet during the ceremony
  • Looks after bride's things at ceremony and reception
  • Assists the bride when changing from her wedding gown to her going-away clothes

Bridesmaids

  • Responsible for their own gowns
  • Assist in all pre-wedding festivities
  • Helps to prepare for the reception
  • Fill cups with confetti, rice, or rose petals to throw for the getaway
  • Decorate the cars

Best Man (Groom's right-hand man)

  • He's responsible for his tuxedo
  • Makes sure the groom arrives on time
  • He sees that ushers' function runs smoothly
  • Gives toast and speeches at ceremony and reception
  • Pays the officiant's fee
  • Keeps rings, license, and honeymoon tickets
  • Acts as toastmaster at the bridal table
  • Plans for reception exit transportation

Ushers

  • Responsible for their own attire
  • Involved in all ceremony festivities
  • Greet all guests at the ceremony, ask which family they represent and seat them accordingly.
  • Unrolls the aisle runner after the bride's mother is seated

Flower Girl

  • Precedes the bride, tossing flower petals down the aisle

Ring Bearer

  • He walks down the aisle carrying the ring secured to a satin pillow.