Stephanie had always hoped her sister Katie would ask her to be her maid-of-honor, so when Katie finally “popped the question,” Stephanie was thrilled and couldn’t wait to begin. Then the best part came: “Katie said I could pick out my own dress, as long as it was purple! At first I was relieved and [...]

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Julia’s childhood best friend asked her to be bridesmaid on New Years 2009. Both girls were back in their hometown on Martha’s Vineyard for the holiday and it was the first time Julia met her friend’s fiancé. “She pulled me aside and told me they were getting married. After hugs and many congratulations, she asked [...]

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When Jenny’s fiancé’s brother’s wife (and soon-to-be sister in law) asked her to be in her bridal party it was a casual occasion, and the answer was an obvious “yes”! “I think it was when she was visiting us for a weekend/holiday and we were just discussing bridesmaid things and she was listing her bridesmaids [...]

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We’re adding a new feature on our blog–every couple weeks or so, I’ll be posting my own experiences of being a bridesmaid in my best friend’s wedding! Stay tuned as we deliberate over dress choices, decor, bachelorette party ideas, and all that comes along with planning a wedding! *          *   [...]

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