6 Types of People That Should Be in Every Wedding Party

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Putting together your wedding party is one of the many challenges of planning your big day. Who are the closest people in your life you want by your side at the altar?


The Planner
Let’s be real, we all have that one friend who loves to plan activities. From group dinners to weekend getaways they’re the person you can count on to get everything organized. You’ll definitely reap the benefits of having this type A friend in your wedding party. They’ll pitch in with planning the pre-parties and help other wedding party members stay organized as well—and you can be sure that when you delegate a wedding-related task to them, it will be handled with flying colors.

The Party Animal
If you ever need a reminder that wedding planning is supposed to be fun, this is your go-to friend. They’re always in great spirits and know how to boost the morale of any group. Whenever planning gets tough, it’ll be nice to have them around to help take your mind off the stressful stuff. There’s no doubt they’ll plan a rockin' bachelor or bachelorette party, too. Plus, they’ll encourage everyone to get on the dance floor during the reception!

The Emotional One
That friend of yours who cries at commercials and claims Toy Story 3 had the saddest ending of all time is actually a great person to have by your side. When you start to lose sight of what’s important, they’ll be there to remind you that you get to marry your best friend at the end of the day. These friends truly care about your happiness (and the photos of them with misty eyes at your ceremony will be priceless!), so welcome them with open arms.

The Laid-back One
You’ll definitely want someone around with a chill and relaxed vibe. When you start to freak out about invitation fonts or centerpieces, they’ll be there to ground you. Think of them as the peacekeeper of your wedding party! They’re great at dealing with conflict in a mature way and can help diffuse tension when disagreements arise.

The Crafty One
You know who we’re talking about. That friend who never shows up to sporting events without homemade dip or is always the first to volunteer to make coordinating Halloween costumes for the whole crew. It goes without saying why this friend is a perfect addition to your wedding party. There’s no doubt they’ll personalize every detail and they’ll be the first one you can call for help with anything wedding related.

The Sidekick
Last but not least, you need your bestie by your side. That one friend who you can’t imagine life without and knows you just as well as your fiancé(e). They know exactly how to calm you down and cheer you up, they’re always there to listen to you vent, and it seems unthinkable to get married without them by your side. Whether it’s your sibling, close relative, or a lifelong friend, you’ll definitely lean on them throughout your engagement.