are the master/mistress of ceremony, readers, ushers a part of the bridal party?

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are the master/mistress of ceremony, readers, ushers a part of the bridal party?

posted 2 years ago in Etiquette

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gamblina October 29, 2010

i'm not sure if all these people are technically a part of the "bridal party" or not? i know to include bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girl, ring bearer, but what about these roles? i'm wondering b/c of my wedding website and also for photography. i would obviously include all in the program...

thoughts?

2 years ago

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Mrs. Spring May 10, 2009 California

I think if you are going to list these people in your ceremony program, you might as well list them on your wedding website. As far as photography goes, I would ask your photographer to take pictures of you with them during the reception. It's really personal preference, but formal pictures often take a long time, especially if you have a ton of people to take pictures with.

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ejs4y8 June 20, 2009

I would include one large group photo but that's it. I know in the past ushers have typically been included in all the weddings i've been to. Sometimes not the readers.....and i haven't seen one with whoever conducts the ceremony. But i'd list them on the website.

2 years ago

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jennifer_espos June 18, 2010 NYC

Hmmm, good question. I figured to include everyone in our program and obviously the rehearsal/dinner but I never thought of including them on our website. We're giving them flowers as well... hmmm

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oracle October 23, 2010 Los Angeles

I tend to think of bridal party members being the ones that process or recess the aisle. You could definitely honor those you've chosen to do things at the wedding on the website, but I think it's a bit of overkill. If you are having programs, that's where you can mention it. Save the website for immediate bridal party (groomsmen, BM's - and flower girl/ring bearer, if you choose).

Definitely all helping with the wedding should be invited to the rehearsal dinner. And, if you want formal pictures with those people, certainly schedule time with your photographer to capture shots.

2 years ago