How to Delegate to Your Bridal Party – Before and On the Big Day
- ldownes09
- Jun 17
- 2 min read
Your bridal party is there to support you—but often couples forget just how helpful they can be when it comes to lightening the load in those final days before “I do.” Delegating tasks not only takes pressure off you, but it also helps your friends and family feel included and useful.
Here’s how to delegate like a pro—and the 5 key tasks you shouldn’t do alone.
Why Delegation Matters
Between final checklists, supplier calls, and last-minute nerves, the run-up to your wedding day can feel intense. Assigning tasks to your bridal party ensures:
You stay calm and present
No important detail is forgotten
Everyone has a clear role and sense of purpose
You’re not stuck cleaning up while hungover in heels the next morning
1. Point-of-Contact for Suppliers on the Wedding Day
Designate one or two responsible bridesmaids or groomsmen as the go-to people for vendors (florist, band, caterer, etc.). Share their names and numbers ahead of time so you’re not fielding calls while you’re getting your makeup done.
💡 Tip: Give them a copy of your timeline and supplier contact list.
2. Morning Set-Up: Décor & Venue Touch-Ups
Even if your venue team does the heavy lifting, there are often last-minute tweaks—like placing signage, fixing place cards, lighting candles, or straightening chairs.
Assign a couple of detail-oriented friends to do a quick visual walk-through and check everything looks as you envisioned.
3. Bridal Prep Support (and Vibe Control!)
The morning of your wedding should feel joyful, not chaotic. Ask a bridesmaid to be in charge of:
Keeping the space tidy (so your photographer doesn’t capture chaos)
Playing the right playlist
Making sure you eat something
Pouring the prosecco (obviously)
4. Guest Help: Ushers & Floaters
Designate a few people to help guests with seating, bathroom directions, gifts/cards, and any unexpected issues. Think of them as your unofficial wedding day concierge team.
💡 Bonus: This is a great task for family members or close friends not in the formal bridal party.
5. Post-Wedding Day Clean-Up & Collections
This is the most forgotten (and most needed) job. After the big day, someone needs to:
Collect leftover décor, signage, flowers, and personal items
Pack up guest book, candles, DIY pieces
Be available for supplier pick-ups or returns (e.g., hired furniture, linens, sound gear)
Delegate this in advance to avoid being the one packing up confetti in a fog the next morning.
💡 With Everly tip: Add a note to your wedding website with contact details for the person handling logistics, so suppliers know who to talk to.
✨ Final Thoughts: Don’t Be Afraid to Ask
Your bridal party wants to help—so don’t be shy about asking. Give clear roles, write them down, and check in once or twice the week before. Delegating well means less stress for you and a smoother celebration for everyone.
Plan like a pro with With Everly
With Everly makes it easy to stay organised from start to finish. Use our built-in wedding website, RSVP manager, guest list tools, and digital gift registry to handle the details—so you can focus on enjoying your day (and let your bridal party handle the rest).
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