How to Handle Being a Bridesmaid in Multiple Weddings

Have you been asked to be a bridesmaid in more than one wedding? Congrats! You’re clearly quite the popular lady. While attending weddings is awesome - I mean, who doesn’t like open bars, dancing and free meals - being a core part of several bridal squads can get stressful. No, this doesn’t mean you should decline any of your bridesmaid proposals, but you may have to do a little bit more planning than you expected.

Here’s how to handle being a bridesmaid in multiple weddings.

Be prepared
Know what you’re in for at the get-go and be realistic about your expectations. Don’t try to spread yourself too thin, but be as involved as possible. Make a list of all your important life events (think work meetings, family parties, etc.) and work around those. Yes, you should be there for your besties, but you can’t put your own life completely on hold until wedding season is over.

Keep an eye on your schedule
Your planner is going to be your best friend for the upcoming months. Make sure you’ve logged all the important pre-wedding events, like the bridal showers and bachelorette parties, into your calendar so you don’t accidentally miss one. Don’t forget to schedule things like dress shopping and party planning, too. Those are equally important and shouldn’t be overlooked.

Nail down your budget
Weddings aren’t just expensive for the bride and groom, they also cost a pretty penny for the wedding party. In the upcoming months you’ll be chipping in for pre-wedding events, purchasing your bridesmaid dresses and paying for day-of expenses like accommodations and travel. If you don’t set a budget beforehand, you’ll probably get a nasty surprise when your credit card bill comes in. We suggest setting yourself a strict budget and not wavering. Pro tip: if you’re looking at a lot of travelling, book your trips ASAP. Hotel and flight typically get more expensive when they’re booked closer to the date.

Work with the other bridesmaids
Now’s not the time to be a wallflower! It’s important to take the time to get know each bridal squad you’re a part of. Not only will it make the weddings more enjoyable, but the other ladies may be able to help you stay within your budget, too. Flying solo for the wedding? Share a hotel room with another single ‘maid. Need a trip to ceremony venue? Save some money by carpooling and splitting the cost of gas.

Be an outfit repeater
You don’t need to buy a new ensemble for every single pre-wedding party. Find a killer LBD that you can repurpose for a few events or shop your own closet to see if there are any hidden gems hiding in the back.

Don’t stress
Weddings are supposed to be fun, so don’t forget to enjoy yourself. Yes, the road ahead may be a bit stressful, but trust me, it’s all worth it in the end.