Tommy McCart

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Are you going to include a ring bearer and flower girl in your wedding? Both bridal party positions are longstanding traditions and a great way to utilize some younger members of your family and friends. If you are planning to include a ring bearer or flower girl, then here is what you need to know.

Ring bearer

The ring bearer is generally a young boy between the ages of 4 and 8. He may be a nephew or simply a family friend. The ring bearer can also be a girl or if you’re daring enough, even a pet. Traditionally, the ring bearer will walk down the aisle just before the flower girl. He carries a small pillow with the rings tied securely on top. You can buy the pillow or make your own – or you may opt to not even use a pillow. On Etsy.com, you can purchase little ring bearer plates that you can personalize with your names and wedding date or even a cute saying.

Flower girl

The flower girl and the tradition of walking before the bride and tossing petals date back to old English tradition. This is an adorable way to include a niece, or family friend. She’ll usually be 4 to 8 years old. She’ll carry a little basket and leave behind a pretty path of petals. You can personalize the basket with ribbons or other small adornments. Complete your flower girl’s dress with a cute pair of ballet flats. If you want an extra special touch you could even tie a tiny bell or two to the bow in front of the ballet flats. As she walks down the aisle you’ll hear a little jingle.

Gift ideas for the ring bearer/flower girl

Head to your bookstore or to Amazon.com and you will find children’s books about being a ring bearer or flower girl. Give them the book before the wedding so they can learn about what they’ll be doing, how important it is and how fun it’ll be! The book will be a nice keepsake after the wedding as well. A nice gift for a flower girl is always jewelry. You can personalize a necklace or bracelet and then she’ll have something she can wear the day of the wedding. You can also give them toys or a disposable camera to keep them busy at the reception.