Where does the best man's date sit?

Traditionally, the newlyweds sit in the middle of the table, with the bride seated to the groom's right. Same-sex couples can feel free to seat themselves as they'd like. For a male/female pattern around the table, seat the best man next to the bride and the maid of honor next to the groom.
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Where does the best man's partner sit?

The maid of honour and best man sit on either side of the bride and groom. The groom's men and bridesmaids then sit on either side of the maid of honour and best man.
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Does the best man bring a date?

It's a social event, which means guests are supposed to socialize. Since the best man probably does know several of the other guests, it's his duty to introduce his date to some of them so that she isn't stranded with strangers while he's doing wedding stuff.
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Where should I seat my wedding party dates?

Seat them with their dates and a group of other mutual friends. They should be seated at the third-best tables in the room: the first is your sweetheart table, the second-best table(s) are for your parents, and the third nearest table(s) are for your wedding party.
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What does a best man pay for?

In a nutshell, the best man duties involve:
  • Planning and arranging the stag do.
  • Writing a brilliant best man's speech.
  • Assist with picking the suits.
  • Help the groom get ready for the ceremony.
  • Enter with the groom.
  • Look after the wedding rings.
  • Greet the wedding guests.
  • Dance with the maid of honor.
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Who does the best man walk with?

The Best Man: During the processional, the best man walks solo after the groomsmen and takes their place as the right-hand man of the groom. The Groom: The groom proceeds to walk down the aisle accompanied by their parents, with his father on the left and his mother on the right.
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Does the best man stay with the groom the night before the wedding?

Collect items for the wedding such as suits, buttonholes, etc. Stay with the groom the night before the wedding. Help the groom to get ready on the wedding day. Give a reading or be a witness during the ceremony (if necessary)
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Where does the best man sit at a wedding reception?

Where should the bridal party sit? If you opt to have a bridal party table, the best man should sit to the bride's left and the maid of honor sits to the grooms right. Many couples are opting to seat the bridal party with their spouses and significant others at tables near them.
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Where do bridesmaids dates sit?

They can place a table on both sides of the sweetheart table. The bridesmaids, plus their dates, can sit at one table and the groomsmen, plus their dates, can sit at the second table.
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Who sits next to the groom at a wedding?

So who sits where? Traditionally, the newlyweds sit in the middle of the table, with the bride seated to the groom's right. Same-sex couples can feel free to seat themselves as they'd like. For a male/female pattern around the table, seat the best man next to the bride and the maid of honor next to the groom.
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Does the best man walk down the aisle?

Best Man. He walks down the aisle solo, following the groom, and stands to the right of the groom during the ceremony. He may also hold the couples' rings.
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Does the best man give a gift to the bride and groom?

Yes, part of the best man's responsibilities is to get the couple a wedding gift. The best man may also choose to get the groom an individual gift as part of the bachelor party festivities, but it's not necessary.
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What should a best mans girlfriend wear?

Generally a dress, skirt and top combo or if it fits with your usual style a suit. I'd go for a dress in your situation. Good manners says don't wear white.
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Who normally sits on top table?

The Top Table. Traditionally, the top table is the table at the head of the reception room where the newlyweds, their parents, the best man and the maid of honour sit facing the guests.
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Who does a best man thank?

3 Best man

Thanks - Thank the groom on behalf of the wedding party for his words and gifts.
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Do parents of bride and groom sit together at reception?

Traditionally, the bride and groom's parents sit at the same reception table, sometimes with the officiant and his or her spouse (if they attend the reception) or with your grandparents.
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Do dates sit at the head table?

Dates should always be seated with the bridal party.

"I prefer to have a smaller head table with the bride, groom, best man and his date, maid of honor and her date, and the immediate family of the bride and the groom, Tombs adds.
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Where does mother of bride sit at reception?

The parents of the bride always sit in the first pew or row on the left, facing where the ceremony will be held; the groom's parents sit in the first row on the right. At same-sex marriage ceremonies, the couple might assign each family a side, and seat guests on "Bill's side" or "Kevin's side" accordingly.
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Does flower girl sit at head table?

Kids (even the flower girl and ring bearer) generally sit with their parents at the reception rather than at the head table. If just one of the child's parents is in the wedding party, then that whole family can be seated at the head table (if the plan can accommodate the extras).
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Who does the best man give the rings to?

Tradition dictates that the best man holds both wedding rings before the ceremony. Of course, if you feel more comfortable giving the rings to the maid of honor (or another member of the wedding party), go ahead and pass it off to someone you trust.
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Who sits in the front row at a wedding?

Reserved Seating

The bride's parents should be in the first row on the left, with grandparents behind them. If the bride's parents are divorced and remarried, seat one set in the front row and the other behind, with grandparents in the same pew as their child.
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What is expected of a best man?

The best person may be tasked with duties, such as organizing the bachelor party, collecting money and purchasing a gift for the groom, and helping the groom and groomsmen to pick out what they'll be wearing to the wedding.
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Does the best man pay for the bachelor party?

All costs should be split equally among those attending the party. So if you're going away for the weekend, start saving your pennies. Best man: It's your responsibility to collect the money, so start early.
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Who speaks first at the wedding?

Whoever is hosting the event should speak first and should take the microphone as soon as guests have found their seats. This first toast is most often made by the parents (or father) of the bride and should combine both a toast to the happy couple and a welcome message to the guests.
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What should groom do night before wedding?

Go visit your parents, family, or close friends. Having a good laugh or a little adventure with the people you care about will take your mind off any pre-wedding nerves. They will appreciate your time, and you can be reminded of their importance in your life.
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