It’s a touchy subject. Your list of bridesmaids might already be sprawled across your wedding website or known among your inner circle—and then you have one drop out, leaving you in a conundrum. Asking “the next in line” if they will stand by your side is tricky. You want them to feel included and loved, yet you both know they weren’t in the first lineup. The good news is that you actually can have a loved one fill in and still not step on any toes.

Just Be Honest

Make Them Feel Special

Foot the Bill to Show Appreciation


Backup Bridesmaids?