A groomsmen is typically a male friend or relative who helps the groom before and during the wedding. They attend pre-wedding events, assist with planning, and provide moral support. They also have important tasks on the wedding day and are expected to pay for their own attire and travel expenses.
A best man is typically a man who is important to the groom in some way. He could be a friend or a relative. As a bridesmaid, he is visible on the day of the happy couple and can perform important tasks before the wedding. In some cases, a groomsmen may not be a man at all, and some men ask their female friends or relatives to act as wedding attendants, wearing suits instead of the usual tuxedos.
Similar to the way bridesmaids help the bride, groomsmen are expected to help the groom. Prior to the wedding, a groomsmen acts as an advisor to the groom, supporting him and helping him through any prenuptial jitters. He can also help the groom stay organized and plan some wedding details. She also assists the groom in choosing the attire for his attendants.
A groomsmen is expected to attend all pre-wedding parties. This can include engagement parties, a bachelor party and any co-ed shower. She should attend the wedding rehearsal and also the rehearsal dinner. This attendant is also called upon to provide moral support on the wedding day, helping the groom relax and get dressed for the ceremony.
Typically, a groomsmen has important jobs to do on the wedding day. She usually has the job of showing guests to their seats before the ceremony, although some grooms have separate ushers for this job. Groomsmen are also expected to stand close to the groom during the ceremony, participate in formal photographs, accompany the bridesmaids from the ceremony, and dance with them at the wedding reception. After the reception, they help move the wedding gifts and other items belonging to the happy couple.
Being a groomsmen comes with some costs. Wedding etiquette dictates that you pay for your own wedding attire. She will be expected to take care of travel costs for the wedding and a hotel room if required. A groomsmen is also tasked with helping the best man host and pay for a bachelor party. Also, she should provide a shower or engagement gift and a wedding gift.
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