Flower Girls and Ring Bearers


While not a required part of a wedding, having a flower girl and ring bearer allow you to include some of your nieces, nephews, or other children with whom you have a particularly close relationship in the ceremony. You can even choose several young attendants if you so choose. Typically, these little attendants range between four and eight years old so the key with selecting their attire  is to consider their comfort and maturity. When asking their parents about having them in your wedding, make sure that you point out whether you are offering to buy them attire as a gift  or if the parents must purchase it themselves. If you are trying to keep your bridal party small, then you probably won't want to include them.

As mentioned, the attire (and shoes ) should be as comfortable as possible. Try to choose outfits that the child is happy to wear so that they won't be inclined to tug on them or try to take them off. Also, make sure that the fabric is not itchy. The cute-factor is certainly diminished when the flower girls scratches her way down the aisle instead of tossing petals When it comes to style, choose accordingly.

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Choose a ring bearer pillow  that isn't too big for his small hands.

Flower girl baskets  are critical; don't forget to fill them with petals

A flower girl book  can help ease nervousness and makes a great gift.

Flower girl shoes  are usually white slipper or sandals. So cute!

A cuddly pal  can help snuggle away pre-aisle jitters.

Extra undies, just in case  -- always be prepared

A beautiful wreath  is the perfect accessory for a flower girl.

The child's favorite snack  -- good for bribes and incentives

A change of clothes  for after the ceremony or party, or just in case.

Fake rings, for practice -- so that little fingers can get used to handing off the rings.