Duties Of A Ring Bearer

Your little ring bearer is an important part of your wedding. Ideally the child should be at least three years of age, and no older than nine years of age. The child should be able to stand on his own without assistance and be able to listen to directions. If your ring bearer is very young, he might feel overwhelmed with crows and large amounts of people. If this is the case, your ring bearer may display signs of fright. The last thing you want to do is scare the child. If he seems to afraid, perhaps an older child may be more suitable.

Nowadays, the ring bearer can wear his own little tuxedo, as he is a member of the wedding party. It’ll probably be the first time your family has seen the child so dressed up, so be sure to take plenty of pictures! Don’t forget to tell your ring bearer how handsome he looks in his wedding attire!

The role on ring bearer is a tradition which dates back to the Queen Victoria era. Now in our modern times, the tradition still sticks, but the Maid of Honor and the best man usually carry the actual wedding rings. The rings on the ring bearer’s pillow are usually inexpensive metal for show. Nevertheless, many couples opt for the child to carry the actual rings. This choice should be discussed with your fiance and the member of your wedding party. Ultimately, it really depends on the child’s age and maturity.

It’s usually the Maid of Honor or one of the women in your bridal party’s responsibility to watch after the ring bearer and flower girl. More than likely they’ll do a splendid job. But these are children. They may get frightened, they may get bored, they may want to run off to inspect something else. Have someone hold the children’s hands and guide them down the aisle if they need some support.

Reassure your ringer bearer and flower girl during the rehearsal. Go over their responsibilities and remind them that lots of people will be there the next time. “This is the practice” you can tell your ring bearer, “the next time will be for real.” Children will know what to expect and they’ll feel less overwhelmed. If they have questions, try to answer them. It will help them figure out exactly what is taking place.