The
Bestman is traditionally the groom's
brother or close friend. Some grooms choose their father, or two
brothers or friends to fill this role.
His job is to give help to the
groom, both before and during the wedding.
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Before the wedding
The best man helps coordinate the groom's
attire and
schedules fittings and clothing pickups and returns the suit to the
formal wear shop after the wedding if they have been hired.
Plans the bachelor party.
He organizes the ushers at the church.
He gives the groom moral support before the
wedding
and makes sure the groom gets to the church on time.
Sits with
the
groom until the bride arrives.
During the ceremony
He ensures that all ushers are properly dressed.
Keeps the rings safe and accessible until need
during
the ceremony.
Signs the marriage license as a witness.
Passes
the
envelope with the officiant's fee to the officiant after the ceremony.
During the reception
The best man may be announced as he enters the
reception.
Gives the first toast at the reception.
Dances the first dance with the maid or matron
of
honor.