49 Things To Do As The Ultimate Sister/Maid-Of-Honor Of The Bride

September 09, 2016

When the big day arrives, your big day, there is only one person you can count on to walk you through it with an unwavering support and a ready smile; only one who will be your rock, your person; probably the only one in the room with a steady hand and a cool head Your Sister.

(Oh I'm sure there is a groom in the picture, but let's not get too crazy, okay?)

To that end, here's a checklist to help the sisters of the bride to channel their inner-Monica.

PRIOR TO THE WEDDING:

Sit with your parents when they discuss budget and how expenses will be shared. So when the bride hits the shops like a storm, you will know when to loosen the purse strings and when to pull it (her) together Credits : Even Tree Photography
Be there when they decide the size and style of the wedding and give your input when needed
Create a binder to store and organize ideas, worksheets, receipts, brochures, etc. Or a Pinterest board. To help visualize what bride wants and what you can get done. Credits : iMark Photography
Be the eyes of the bride by joining your parents on their expeditions to wedding and reception sites Credits : Calypso Wedding Photography
Meet with the Iyer/Officiant who will be spearheading the show Credits : Krishnam Photography
Start compiling the guest list to estimate head count. Consider budget when thinking about 'must-invites' versus 'nice-to-invites'. Chances are you'll be running around with the bride to deliver them in person Credits : Minchu Studio Photography
Begin the hunt for the perfect wedding dress with the bride Credits : Sutra Snapperz Photography
Assist her in hiring a photographer and a videographer
Book a pre-wedding shoot, especially if the bride insists on having candid shots and romantic photos of the couple Credits : Vipin Photography
Be there when your parents work on hiring a caterer and a florist and keep a track on everything they order
Reserve a block of hotel rooms for out-of-town guests Credits : Vipin Photography
Order invitations, help her design them if she wants something quirky or unique
Assist the bride in picking show-stopper jewelry Credits : Sujeeth Kotian Photography
Co-ordinate with in-laws if and when they insist on joining the hunt for the perfect wedding trousseau
Assist the bride in picking something trendy with a touch of traditional design for her blouses and keep track of delivery dates Credits : Sujeeth Kotian Photography
If the practice is to mark the edges of the invites with turmeric, be ready to have yellow-stained fingers for a couple of days Credits : Dilip Kumar Photography
Make sure you use your best stationery and penmanship to address the guests
Take your trusted wheels, and drive the bride around town to hand-deliver invites to her close friends Credits : Vipin Photography
Assist your parents when they arrange for transportation and note down their contact details
Co-ordinate with her BFF's and throw her a bridal shower/ bachelorette party
Invite them personally for Mehendi function Credits : Krishnam Photography
Go shopping for yourself, and get a dashing ensemble
Tag along with your parents to meet with the caterer to go over the menu Credits : Minchu Studio Photography
Be there when she has to do a hair and makeup run-through (including wedding veil, if applicable) Credits : Minchu Studio Photography
Confirm your guest's transportation plans
Compile a list of all of the wedding vendors and wedding party, with contact information. Carry this list with you everywhere you go (just in case)
Have a final fitting for blouses- both you and the bride Credits : Minchu Studio Photography
Confirm details with the photographer, florist, and other vendors
Purchase gifts for the wedding attendants Credits : Chennai Wedding Filmer
Enclose any fees due on the wedding day in envelopes for easy distribution
Give the caterer a final head count Credits : Jackson James Photography
Appoint a trustworthy person to bring important items (cake knife, toasting glasses, etc.) to the reception
Have a Spa day with your parents, bride and the groom. You need to rest your feet and get rejuvenated. You will need all your strength to run around on the day of the wedding and all your patience not to snap at the bride Credits : Shabeer Zyed Photography

On the Wedding day:

Make sure you have packed and organized everything the bride needs
Help the MUA in getting the bride dressed and accessorized
Keep a hidden stock of chocolates for unprovoked tears, and caffeine for jitters for the bride, but feel free to nip a little yourself
But also be the pillar of support when she gets emotional Credits : Studio Alpheus Photography
Keep her smiling and laughing throughout the day Credits : Creative Wedding Photography
Feed her on the side and keep her hydrated, between guests, so she could stay on her feet with a warm smile on her face and pose with her guests all day long Credits : Vipin Photography
Make sure you have a fetching handbag that goes with all your outfits, so you can carry all the necessary keys, bride's phone, tissues, and other necessities Credits : Smiles and Dreams Photography
Attend all her phone calls, and co-ordinate with her friends. Give them directions to the wedding hall, help them out with accommodations if and when needed Credits : Studio A
Assist the decorators between ceremonies
Make sure the bride sits for her make-up and hair styling two hours before the ceremony Credits : Rohith Ravi Photography
Be the first in the room to get ready so you can attend to your duties
Make sure everyone is ready on time
Take selfies, click photos of the bride during her make-up session Credits : Kamal Kiran Photography
Welcome the guests with a ready smile and softly remind the bride how they're related, if she happens to forget Credits : Even Tree Photography
Have a dance-off with friends and in-laws, make sure you drag everyone to the dance floor Credits : 84mm Photography
Remember to eat something, don't let anyone bring you down and enjoy yourself plenty Credits : Vipin Photography