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Adorable flower girls can add a sweet touch to your wedding ceremony. Traditionally, a young lady (or girls) between the ages of four and eight can be chosen, although one younger or older is perfectly acceptable. The special flower girl should take her responsibilities seriously and should look like an angelic cherubim coming down the aisle. Here is a look at the responsibilities and etiquette of a flower girl.

 

Wedding-Related Events Attendance

You will want your flower girl to attend  wedding-related events, such as the bridal shower and other pre-wedding parties (except, of course, the bachelorette party). It is also their responsibility to attend any and all rehearsals, parties and/or dinners afterwards. Depending on the age of the child, this could be difficult. A very young child may not have the patience to attend long parties and dinners, so it is important that the parents recognize the character and nature of the young lady and understand they can leave with the child if it becomes necessary. When attending rehearsal dinners, your little flower girl will definitely want to exhibit nice table manners. You may want to consider giving her a book of etiquette beforehand.

 

The Big Day

When the day of the wedding arrives, your adorable flower girl will be responsible for leading the processional down the aisle. The exact procedure is up to you, but generally, the flower girl will scatter flowers or rose petals down the aisle. You may also choose to hand out single flowers to the guests. The choice is yours, but you can bet that regardless of flower petal scattering, single flower hand outs, or anything to do with flowers, your flower girl will look forward to this event.

 

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During the ceremony, the flower girl typically stands near the bridesmaids throughout the ceremony. However, if the child is fidgety or is very young, you might have her sitting with her family during the ceremony. This may be a good idea if the ceremony runs long. Have her parents sit near the front if you choose this option. Your adorable flower girl is expected to be on her best behavior before, during and after the ceremony. Smiling cutely and being adorably pleasant is not an option!

 

Posing for Pictures

The flower girl will also be expected to pose for formal photographs. Make sure that she understands that this is a big responsibility and that she should smile and do as the photographer instructs. You don't want an uncontrollable silly little girl making this tedious process take any longer than it already does.

 

At the Reception

Once the ceremony is over, your flower girl can relax. Don’t insist that she stand in the receiving line (unless she is the sister of the bride or groom) and does not sit at the head table, unless you choose to let her do so. Instead, allow her to stay with her family and have a good time at the reception. She has worked hard and deserves a little fun, within reason, of course.