Bridesmaids * Assist maid of honor in planning bridal shower. * Assist bride with errands and addressing invitations. * Participate in all pre-wedding parties. * Arrives at dressing site 2 hours before the wedding. * Arrives dressed at the ceremony site 1 hour before the wedding for the photographs. * Walk behind ushers in order of height during the processional, either in pairs or in single file. * Sit next to usher in the head table. * Dance with the usher and other important guest. * Encourage single women to participate in bouquet-tossing ceremony. Back To Wedding Party Responsibilities