During your wedding day, your entourage members will have to carry out tasks individually and work together as a team. And while you might think this is an easy endeavour, the reality is that your bridesmaids and groomsmen may need a little help getting comfortable enough with each other to work seamlessly come wedding day. To help break the ice and to build camaraderie, you can gather your entourage for several initial meetings during which you start briefing can brief them on what they need to do for the wedding. The more detailed your brief, the better, and the clearer the responsibilities, the more they will be able to work effectively during the wedding. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to prepare your entourage for the wedding day.

[From: An Outdoor Wedding in Different Hues of Blue / Photo: Jada Poon Photography]

Step 1: Introductions

Set a simple and casual gathering over lunch, dinner, or coffee, for all your bridesmaids and groomsmen to meet. This gathering is more of a getting-to-know-you session. It’s best to keep the atmosphere light and easygoing so that people can engage in conversation and try to acquaint themselves with everyone. Some suitable venues include one of the homes of the bride or groom, a restaurant, or a private room in a cafe. During this gathering, you can start setting meetings for the next briefings and start opening the topic on delegating tasks. And before you all call it a day, don’t forget to thank your bridesmaids and groomsmen for their unwavering support and help at this important time of your life.

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