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How do flower girls walk down the aisle?
Flower girls walk down the aisle and often toss rose petals, so be sure to explain this job. You should also let them know that they should throw the petals on the ground, not at people! Ring bearers, on the other hand, walk down the aisle holding a pillow to which faux wedding rings are attached.
What do flower girls hold down the aisle?
Scatter Petals down the Aisle Traditionally, a flower girl carries a cute little basket filled with petals (either real or synthetic). Your flower girl could hold a miniature bouquet (called a nosegay), a pomander (a flower ball held by a ribbon), or a ‘flower wand’ instead.
Does the bride walk down the aisle with flowers?
The bridal bouquet is a collection of flowers held by the bride as she walks down the aisle. It’s meant to be a complementary addition to the overall theme of the wedding and the style of her dress. So if you’re a bride-to-be, deciding what you’ll carry as you make your way to the altar is actually pretty important.
Where does the flower girl walk?
Last to come down the aisle is the bride, who traditionally walks on her escort’s left arm. Some couples choose to have the bride walk on the right so that no one is between her and the groom when she arrives at the altar. Traditionally, the bride’s escort is on her right, but feel free to break tradition.
What is the best age for a flower girl?
Children between the ages of five and ten are the perfect flower girls and ring bearers. At this stage, kids are able to walk down the aisle without much cajoling or convincing. They’re also old enough to be responsible for the younger kids if they’ll be taking anyone else along.
When do flower girls go down the aisle?
If the flower girl is old enough to walk on her own, she should head down the aisle after the wedding party and before the bride. If they’re too young to walk or tend to be a little fussy or shy, involving their mom or dad to help carry or hold their hand is also an option.
What can flower girl carry down the aisle instead of petal baskets?
Plus, your flower girl will have a blast throwing it! If you’re having an outdoor wedding, parasols make very pretty alternatives to petal baskets. They can be covered with flowers or pearls, they can be Japanese-style, they can have customized wording, or anything else your heart desires.
Who are the flower girls at a wedding?
Flower girls are adorable additions to any wedding. Even if kids aren’t your thing, it’s hard to deny the cuteness that comes with a little tot all dolled up in tulle throwing petals down the aisle. Typically the youngest person in the wedding party, the flower girl precedes the bride down the aisle.
What do you do with multiple flower girls?
Ask one flower girl to walk with you and carry your train while another helps escort a beloved pet down the aisle. They can hold hands with each other as they walk down the aisle or opt for a wagon ride with the eldest flower girl pulling the littlest ones.