What would you do if you were in the midst of planning your
picture perfect wedding and your bridesmaids started acting like the girls in
the 2011 film Bridesmaids? Sure you would have many laughs, but if this movie
became your reality…all the laughter in the world would not be able to help you
solve your problem! Here are some common problems that occur between
bridesmaids and the brides, and more importantly how to solve them if this were
to ever happen to you!
-“not a happy camper” bridesmaid- do you have a bridesmaid that is constantly
unsatisfied with any decision you make, even if it has nothing to do with her
role in YOUR special day? Ask for her input on certain things, such as the bridesmaid
dresses. If she remains unhappy, gently let her know that it is your day!
-“fighting friends”-what happens if your two friends, who are also both in your
bridal party don’t like each other? Houston we have a problem. You do not want
an Annie and Helen situation from the movie to arise! If you find that two of
your girlfriends don’t agree on well, anything, try to have them either A)
remember that it is you’re time and the only way it will be a success is that
if they both get along, so lightly tell them to put their own issues aside for
this time, after the wedding they never need to look at each other if they
don’t want too B) have them communicate as little as possible, which might be a
hard task since they are both in your party.
-“Help me I’m Poor” Bridesmaid- if one of your gals is broke, like Annie in the
movie, then you might need to make a few adjustments on certain parts of the wedding that she
is involved in. You don’t want to make anyone feel uncomfortable because of
your special day, but there is only so much you can do. If you can, loan her
some money or have all the bridesmaids help loan her some cash. You could also try giving her some responsibilities that does not require forking over cash.
-“Baby on Board Bridesmaid”-there is absolutely NOTHING wrong with having a pregnant
bridesmaid. Babies are a true blessing, but can also hold the mom to be back
from having some fun with the bride to be. You may need to adjust some of
you’re plans (cough cough: bachelorette party) if you want all of your bridal
party present and part of the action. I don’t think anyone will complain about
a spa get-away weekend!
-“But...Why Am I Not a Bridesmaid? Bridesmaid”-what happens when a family or friend
wants to be part of your bridal party but you had no intention on having them
as part of it? Awkward. There are different ways to solve this problem. You can have this person do a
reading at your wedding, or be involved in the day in another way. You can have
her come dress shopping with you, everyone knows the dress is a monumental part of the wedding! Or you can explain your situation, and why
you chose who you did. Every situation is different but no matter what route
you take, this person should understand!
Hopefully you have a stress free engagement and no issues
with your leading ladies, but if something happens just remember “keep calm and
carry on!”
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| Bridesmaids (2011) |
