Does ring bearer match groomsmen?

The Style: Unless he's wearing a full-on suit or tux, the ring bearer needn't match the groom or groomsmen perfectly. Give him a bit more color and flair than you would his older counterparts.

Is the groom supposed to match his groomsmen?

As the groom, there's no hard and fast rule that says you have to have to perfectly match the rest of the guys. In fact, more and more grooms are choosing to differentiate themselves by wearing contrast jacket and trousers. For example, you may want to wear a patterned suit, while your groomsmen wear plain suits.

Who does the ring bearer give the rings to?

Typically, the ring bearer passes the rings off to the best man or best woman, or another person of honor, who holds them until the couple is ready to exchange rings. Feel free to have more than one ring bearer or, perhaps, none at all.

Is the ring bearer always a boy?

The tradition is flexible, so the ring bearer doesn't necessary need to be a boy - the important thing is for the role to be performed right. So, if you have a girl which meet the criteria of age, then you can pick her to be your ring bearer.

Do ring bearers actually carry rings?

The ring bearer carries fake rings. Yes, you'll surprisingly be using decoy rings for the ring bearer to carry down the aisle. The Best Man should hold onto the REAL rings in his pocket. Here's why: the ring bearer will undoubtedly drop the rings.

Groomsmen

Does the best man match the groomsmen?

Traditionally the groom should wear the same outfit as his best man and any groomsmen, as well as possibly the fathers of the couple. However, as it is a very special day for the groom, most want to do something different to make them stand out from the crowd.

Do the fathers match the groomsmen?

As a general rule, the fathers should at least match the level of formality of the groomsmen. That means if the groomsmen are wearing tuxes, the fathers should wear tuxes as well.

Should bridesmaids and groomsmen match?

The short answer is of course not. It's YOUR wedding, you don't HAVE to do anything. However, there are definite advantages to matching your groomsmen to the bridal party and there are so many options and ways to do it.

Do wedding parties have to be equal?

Don't. It's perfectly common for couples to have a different number of attendants on one side or another, so a mismatched wedding party is seriously no big deal—it's actually a chic twist on tradition.

Is it okay to have uneven bridesmaids and groomsmen?

Uneven Bridal Party Etiquette

One is to have each groomsman walk with two bridesmaids (or vice versa if there are more groomsmen), advises Samantha Spector, a decade-long event planner. Of course, you can adjust how many people in your wedding party need to double-up based on your particular numbers.

What do groomsmen wear if bridesmaids are mismatched?

Rather than thinking only about suits being mismatched, Meyer suggests instead having the groomsmen opt for variation in their accessories. For example, all the groomsmen could wear the same suit but go with varying colors for their pocket squares, socks, ties, or shirts.

What do groom's parents pay for?

What Does the Groom's Family Pay For, Traditionally? The groom's family is responsible for corsages and boutonnieres for immediate members of both families, the lodging of the groom's attendants (if you have offered to help pay for this expense), and sometimes the costs of the rehearsal dinner.

What color does the father of the groom wear?

Gray and navy tuxedos and suits have been very popular with wedding parties for over 7 years now. When the groom and the groomsmen are wearing a gray tuxedo, we often suggest that the father choose a different shade of gray and tuxedo style than the rest of the wedding party.

Can the mother of the groom wear the same color as the groomsmen?

No, the mothers of the bride and groom don't need to match on the wedding day. Both are encouraged to wear outfits that represent their personal style. If the couple does prefer to have the moms wear complementary outfits, though, work together to find colors or silhouettes that look great together.

Should father of bride match groomsmen?

In general, the father of the bride and the groomsmen should match a little. They should all wear the same suit or tuxedo. It is typical of fathers to choose to dawn a different colored tie or shirt to match the mother of the bride's dress or the wedding colors.

Who is usually the best man in a wedding?

The best man is often the groom's closest friend or relative. Sometimes it's a brother, childhood buddy, cousin, or even the groom's father or uncle. There are no rules around who the groom can and cannot choose.

Does a best man pay for his suit?

Groom and Groom's family: The groom's outfit. The best man's suit and ushers' outfits (NB. As with the bridesmaids, these now tend to be bought by the groomsmen themselves)

Who walks the mother of the groom down the aisle?

As the wedding begins, the groom's mother will be escorted down the aisle, to the first pew, right-hand side, by the head usher or a groomsman who is a family member. A nice touch includes the groom escorting his mother down the aisle. As the groom's mother is escorted to her seat, her husband will follow along behind.

Do groom's parents speak at the wedding?

Traditionally, there's a father of the groom speech, as well. You'll want to keep your toast short and sweet, but be sure to tell your son how much you love them, address their new spouse, thank everyone for coming to the wedding, and offer some parting wisdom or advice for the newlyweds.

Do parents of the groom give a wedding gift?

Does the mother of the groom give the bride a gift? The mother of the groom traditionally brings a small gift to the bridal shower. When it comes to the wedding itself, the mother of the groom can give the bride a more sentimental gift, like a family heirloom, to officially welcome her into the family.

Does mother of groom get ready with bride?

She can spend a little time with both the bride and groom.

If that's the case, she may want to start her morning with the bride and her group, then leave once she has her hair and makeup done. After, she can head to the groom's getting-ready area to help him prepare for his walk down the aisle.

Who pays for rehearsal dinner?

Tradition dictates that the groom's family pays for the full cost of the rehearsal dinner, even though the bride's family and friends attend the event as well. That includes food, drink, venue fees, entertainment, and transportation. Often the groom's family cherishes this responsibility.

What should the mother of the groom not do?

How do I get my groomsmen to stand out?

Can mother of the bride wear same Colour as bridesmaids?

No, the mother of the bride doesn't need to match the bridesmaids or the wedding party in general. The bride may prefer to have corresponding colors for a cohesive look, but it ultimately comes down to personal preference.