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Bridesmaid Pin $9 This colorful pin makes a great gift for bridesmaidsMeasuring 25 long it is silverplated with painted pink epoxy forming the word Bridesmaid A series of pink rhinestones add the perfect finishing touchIt comes on a folded display card with a cutout tab at the top for easy hanging in your storeAlso available in Bride Maid of Honor and Mother of the Bride versions

Bride Pin $9 This lovely pin makes a great gift for the bride Measuring 225 long it is silverplated with painted cream epoxy forming the word Bride A series of clear rhinestones add the perfect finishing touch It comes on a folded display card with a cutout tab at the top for easy hanging in your store Also available in Bridesmaid Maid of Honor and Mother of the Bride versions

9 X 65 Bridesmaid Pink Medium Travel Bag $13.4 Available in Bride White or Bridesmaid Pink Travel in style with this classy travel bag which measures 9 x 65

Mother of the Bride Pin $9 This lovely pin makes a great gift from the bride to her mother Measuring 25 it is silverplated with painted cream epoxy forming the words Mother of the Bride A series of clear rhinestones add the perfect finishing touch It comes on a display card with a cutout tab for easy hanging in your store Also available in Bride Bridesmaid and Maid of Honor versions

9 X 65 Bride White Medium Travel Bag $13.4 Available in Bride White or Bridesmaid Pink Travel in style with this classy travel bag which measures 9 x 65

Bridesmaid Cup Cozy $3.4 This pink neoprene cup cozy measures 4" tall and has a 3" diameter  It fits a standardsized soft drink can  The word "Bridesmaid" is silkscreened in black on one side  Also available in Bride Groom Maid of Honor Bachelorette Party and Wedding Party versions

GAME BADABADA BRIDE BINGO $11.5 Heres a fullcolor twist on classic bingo fun to play at any shower In this version guests are handed colorful cards with love and weddingthemed pictures a sunset a diamond ring a bouquet and more One bridesmaid is the caller and guests mark off corresponding items on their cards The first person to get five in a row and yell BRIDE wins There are 3 squares on each card which allow each guest to write in the name of the bride the groom and their wedding date The bride will blush with joy every time she hears her name called during each game BadaBada Bride Bingo comes complete with 20 unique bingo cards 80 preperforated caller chips 390 heart markers A master call sheet Instructions Guests love our beautiful colorful economically priced Bride Bingo game played at bridal showers Brides love hearing their name called and hostesses couldnt be more pleased with the success of their shower Topping the charts as Americas Favorite Bridal Shower Bingo game to play pick up your set today Cards measure 514 x 612 h each This version is for the hip but budgetconscious party thrower EXCITING GAME Additional cards are available randomly chosen 21 100 Available in sets of 5 10 15 20etc MBB 003 Complete game packed with SO MUCH FUNIf you have 40 or more guests we recommend our BrideBingo Deluxe Game which has 40 unique cards

Bride Cup Cozy $3.4 This white neoprene cup cozy measures 4" tall and has a 3" diameter  It fits a standardsized soft drink can  The word "Bride" is silkscreened onto one side  Also available in Bridesmaid Groom Maid of Honor Bachelorette Party and Wedding Party versions Note This item is out of stock Please check back after September 28thThis is an estimated availability date

GAME BRIDE BINGO DELUXE ED 3 $21.4 Heres a fullcolor twist on classic bingo fun to play at any shower In this version guests are handed colorful cards with love and weddingthemed pictures a sunset a diamond ring a bouquet and more One bridesmaid is the caller and guests mark off corresponding items on their cards The first person to get five in a row and yell BRIDE BINGO wins There are 3 squares on each card which allow each guest to write in the name of the bride the groom and their wedding date The bride will blush with joy every time she hears her name called during each game You supply the markers m&ms or kisses just be sure your guests dont eat them while in play Guests love our beautiful colorful BrideBingo Deluxe game played at bridal showers Brides love hearing their name called and hostesses couldnt be more pleased with the success of their shower These amazingly large beautifully crafted quality upscale cards not only tip but they top the charts as Americas Favorite Bridal Shower Bingo game to play pick up your set today Bride Bingo Deluxe comes with 40 unique large 675 x 8 bingo cards 80 preperforated caller chips A master call sheet Instructions Please note Markers are not included You make it even more fun by using Hersheys Kisses or M&Ms for markers instead Not included

Bridesmaid Purse Holder $9.4 4 Bridesmaid Purse Holder

Mesh Bridesmaid Totes $12.95 Any bridesmaid will love our trendy, personalized totes for keeping must-haves in order – on your big day and long after.

Personalized Damask Bridesmaid Totes $34.95 A feminine yet edgy take on a damask tote for your bridesmaid’s, this black and white palette makes the artful floral print suddenly fresh and modern.

Bridesmaid Bottle Cover $6.95 Even the ladies’ beverages can be pretty in pink! Neoprene bottle cover is vividly pink, with a delightful purse charm to add a touch of glam to this playful bridesmaid’s gift.

Always A Bridesmaid Dog Shirt $19.95 Your pup may be always the bridesmaid, but she’s number one in your heart, so make sure she’s decked out in style for your big day.

Bridesmaid Lounge Chair Covers $34.95 The ultimate bridesmaid gift and perfect protection from a hot, sticky beach chair, our chaise lounge cover is 100% plush, absorbent cotton with two flap pockets for sunglasses, sunscreen and more.

Personalized Terry Wrap for Bridesmaid $34.95 Wrap up fun, fashion, and function in a bridesmaid’s gift-this luxurious and absorbent 100% cotton terry cloth wrap makes apr??s-shower or swim a fun, flirty time.

Classic Black Mesh Bridesmaid’s Tote $12.95 Fashion meets function as our classic black mesh bridesmaid’s tote holds everything your bridesmaids will need for the wedding day.

Something Blue Bride Thong for the Bride $14.95 Here’s a way to keep the “something blue” tradition alive in a totally non-traditional way! This great-fitting thong, available in bright white or racy black, is embellished with the word “Bride” in bright blue rhinestones.

Bride Tank with Hearts $29.95 Wear your heart all over with this fun, festive “Bride” tank. 100 percent cotton for softness, 100 percent charming for the bride-to-be.

Sample, Bride and Groom Favor Box $1.65 Order a sample of either the bride or groom favor box.

Bejeweled Bridesmaid Hoodies $29.95 Sparkling crystals spell out “Bridesmaid” on the back of these 100% cotton hoodies. The perfect attire for getting ready on the big day, the zip front closure means your girls won’t mess up their hair or makeup. Choose Black or White.

Bejeweled Tanks $19.95 Perfect for pre-wedding fashion fun, these 100% cotton tank tops come in your choice of three colors and feature sparkling crystals designating “Bride,” “Bridesmaid,” or “Maid of Honor.”

Victorian-Design Bridal Bouquet Holder $29.95 Perfect for a bride or even a bridesmaid, this Victorian-design bouquet holder with gleaming silver-plated non-tarnish finish comes with a matching stand for easy display of your bouquet at the wedding reception.

Bejeweled Bride Bridal Garter $29.95 Made of 100% silk with rhinestone accents spelling “Bride”, this garter is almost too pretty to hide under your gown.

Bride and Groom Favor Boxes $19.95 Your guests will love our clever bride and groom favor boxes in the shape of tiny tuxedos and wedding gowns.

Zip up hoodie Bridesmaid $52.5 Capture everyones attention with our Bridesmaid Rhinestone flower hoodie

Bride Purse Holder $9.4 4 Bride Purse Holder

Father of the Bride Linen Handkerchief $29.95 Thrill Dad with a linen handkerchief embroidered FREE with your custom message – a perfect father of the bride gift for all of the emotions your father will feel as he gives his “little girl” away.

Peacock Bride Tank $29.95 Get glam with this sparkling cotton tank, emblazoned “Bride” in blue crystals set off with a glittering peacock feather. Tank comes in white, black, or brown–the perfect top for casual pre-wedding events and parties!

Mother of the Bride/Groom Tote $19.95 Whether for your mom or your future mother-in-law, this roomy canvas tote lets her easily carry all of the essentials she needs for her position as mother of the bride or groom on the wedding day and after.

Promise Cake Topper by Willow Tree $25.00 “Hold dear the promise of love” with this heartwarming “Promise” cake topper figurine. Beautifully handcarved from the Willow Tree collection by artist Susan Lordi, this piece will make a stunning addition to your wedding cake. *Made of Resin *Measures 9″ tall and weighs 1.1lbs. Brand : One Coast/Lutz – Demdaco See other items from our: Willow Tree Collection Related Bridal People cate…

Mud Pie Bride Hand Painted Wine Glass $14.98 Wine glass features fairy tale wedding dress, glittery hand painted detail and glitter “Bride”. Arrives in clear gift box complete with blue satin ribbon with wedding dress gift tag….

Mud Pie Bridesmaid Hand Painted Wine Glass $15.25 Glitter and hand painted details add elegance to wine glass featuring little black dress art and matching gift tag. Glass reads: Bridesmaid….

Bridesmaids: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack $7.48 Bridesmaids is the newest film from producer Judd Apatow and director Paul Feig. Between these two hit makers they have a very successful heritage of successful television and box office block-busters such as: Freaks & Geeks, 40 Year Old Virgin, Knocked Up, Pineapple Express, Anchor Man, Superbad, Get Him to the Greek, Forgetting Sara Marshall and Talladega Nights. All of Judd’s films have a …

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Non-Traditional Wedding Ceremony Music (Bridal Processionals, Recessionals, Bride Entrance, Bridesmaid Entrance, Prelude Music) $8.99 …

The World’s Oldest Living Bridesmaid [VHS] “Movie stars Donna Mills as Brenda Morgan, a beautiful, successful attorney who has everything a woman could want – except a man in her life.”…

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Bridesmaids – Removable Graphic WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Bride Waiting for the Wedding – Removable Graphic WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Wedding Flowers – Removable Graphic WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…

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Hortense B. Hewitt Wedding Accessories Bachelorette Buttons, Set of 12 $10.90 Colorful bachelorette buttons come in a set of twelve including: one bride-to-be, one matron of honor, one maid of honor, four bridesmaid and five friend of bride. 21/4″ in diameter….

Ivory and Gold Ribbon Gold Bridal Comb $49.95 Elegant sheer organza with gold accented satin ribbon bridal hair comb with pearls. A beautiful side or back comb! Comb measures 5 1/2 inches long x 2 inches wide. Ivory and Gold Ribbon comb coordinates best with ivory, champagne, or dresses with gold accents….

A Girl Company Bubble Gum Pink Satin Headband with attached Layered Hair Bow for Girl $6.98 This bubble gum pink satin headband is adorable. You’ll love this high quality headband. The 1/4 inch plastic headband is covered in pink satin fabric. This headband will fit ages 4-12. The headband is stylish and comfortable to wear. Perfect for special occasions baptism,communion,weddings, Easter,ect….

6 Wedding Cake Charms $10.00 Wedding Cake Charms. The custom of pulling luck and good fortune charms from wedding cakes dates back to the days of Victorian England. In this tradition, the bride hides small charms attached to ribbons between the layers of her wedding cake for her bridesmaids to find. Treat your bridesmaids to this grand old tradition as a special gift to them. Each charm has its own special meaning. These 1/2″…

Romantic Gourmet Picnic For Two Wedding Time Capsule Gift Set $49.99 Send the lucky newlyweds a romantic gourmet feast for two, cleverly contained in a keepsake wedding time capsule – perfect for preserving this special time forever! Once the premium Lobster pate, decadent Belgian Truffles, handmade Almond Toffee, Camembert Cheese Spread, Sesame Crackers and Apple Cider are toasted with, savored and shared, your blessed newlyweds fill the Wedding Time Capsule with …

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Barbie Princess Groom Doll $12.99 Barbie Princess Groom Doll is ready for the wedding. Play out the romance and fun of your wedding day with this handsome doll that is dressed in a fashionable tuxedo and pink bow tie. It’s fun for all girls and the perfect addition to any Barbie Princess Collection.Product Dimensions: 5 (L) x 2.37 (W) x 12.75 (H)Age: 3 years and up…

Silver Antique Retro Flower Garden Embellished Seed Bead Sequin Kiss Closure Clasp Soft Clutch Evening Bag Purse Handbag with Handle / Detachable Shoulder Chain $29.90 You’ll be the sparking princess of the night with this glamorous sequin clutch. This pretty little satin evening bag will add a breezy air to special occasion attire. Fashioned from soft satin and adorned with slimmer sequins and seed beads, it shows both elegance and playfulness. The beading pattern forms a beautiful floral garden with flowers, leaves, vines and an abstract heart. Both sides of t…

Caparros Women’s Sharelle Open-Toe Pump $75.00 Make each step sparkle when you step out in Caparros’ Sharelle. The kitten heel makes the shoe easy to wear, while the rich fabric upper and jeweled detail that gathers to create a generous open toe creates style and elegance. It’s the perfect evening shoe for anyone wanting to make an impression….

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What Bridesmaids and Best Men are Suppose to Do at Ukrainian Wedding?

If you are going to be a bridesmaid or groomsman at a Ukrainian wedding, I think, this story will help you. In Ukraine, nobody does a rehearsal of the wedding ceremony so you better prepare in advance; therefore I want to give you some explanations about the role of the bridesmaids and groomsmen at the weddings in Ukraine, especially in Western Ukraine, where I am originally from. The traditions at a wedding in Western Ukraine are a little bit different than a wedding in Central or Eastern Ukraine, but basic things are the same.

The bridesmaids and groomsmen at a wedding in Ukraine need to be single and never married before. This is Ukrainian tradition. Please do not ask me questions why, I really never thought about it. I was just a participant of all those traditions because I grew up in Western Ukraine. I am sure, some ethnographic researches can explain “why?”, but I am not speaking about a science now. I am just telling you real stories about the Ukrainian lifestyle. I was a bridesmaid at weddings in Ukraine so many times that my friends started to joke that I am a professional bridesmaid. Then after a number of prayers “Oh God, send me a husband” I was blessed to have my Big Day and my own bridesmaids. Usually a Ukrainian bride (groom) will ask their closest relatives, like a sister, brother, cousin, or even a close friend, to be bridesmaids (groomsmen). All the relatives of mine were married already at the time of my wedding but thank God, I still had two girlfriends who were never married, so they became my bridesmaids.

Speaking about quantity of bridesmaids and groomsmen at a Ukrainian wedding, the most popular is number two: two bridesmaids, two groomsmen. In some regions a bride will choose four, six or even eight bridesmaids (I myself was a bridesmaid at a wedding with four of them), but having more than two bridesmaids is very rare in Ukraine and not as popular as in North America or Western Europe.

Both bridesmaids get a special rank from the Ukrainian bride. The first bridesmaid is called persha druzhka or starsha druzhka and the second bridesmaid is called druha druzhka or molodsha druzhka (druzhka means “bridesmaid” in Ukrainian).

The two groomsmen are getting the same rank from the groom. The first groomsman is pershyy druzhba or starshyy druzhba and the second groomsman is druhyy druzhba or molodshyy druzhba (druzhba means “groomsman” in Ukrainian). “Persha” (“perzhyy”) means “first”, “druha” (“druhyy”) means “second”; “starsha” (“starshyy”) literally means “older” and “molodsha” (“molodshyy”) means “younger”. In this case it means not an age, but a place in the rank.

The first bridesmaid and first groomsman perform the most important customs and traditions at the Ukrainian wedding, such as unfolding the ceremonial towel in front of the bride and groom at the Church or in a marriage office. Another is the holding of the crowns over the heads of the bride and groom at the Church. About 60% of all the traditions at a Ukrainian wedding require the participation of both bridesmaids and groomsmen. Bridesmaids and groomsmen also help the bride and groom with most of the preparations to the wedding. Bridesmaids will buy corsages for themselves, groomsmen and all the guests but not for the bride and groom. Also the bridesmaids stay with the bride the night before the wedding. They prepare the bride’s wedding attire and then they have a girl’s party. The groom and groomsmen have their boy’s party too the same evening, the last bachelor’s party for the groom.

Oh, I almost forgot one more important detail about being a Ukrainian bridesmaid (groomsman). What to wear? Is it required that the same dresses are worn by the bridesmaids and the same suites for the groomsmen? No, they can wear what they want, preferably a nice gown for the girl and an elegant suit for the man. But if you are a bridesmaid or groomsman at a traditional styled Ukrainian wedding, you better wear an embroidered shirt (you can buy it at any local market in Ukraine). Also bridesmaids in Ukraine do not have bouquets as in North America or Western Europe, a corsage is enough.

Well, here is the Big Day! I have to explain, Ukrainians do not have a tradition of the father giving the bride away, but they have many different customs and traditions for the wedding day, before the marriage ceremony. First of all, the groom with groomsmen and the groom’s guests come to the bride’s home “to buy the bride” from the bride’s guests. This humorous custom takes place by the entrance of the home. So, when the “purchase” is done, the bride’s guests allow to the groom’s guests to enter the bride’s home.

Next, the bride and bridesmaids bow three times to the groom and groomsmen, the groom and groomsmen do the same. Then the bride give a corsage to the groom and bridesmaids give corsages to the groomsmen. Each groomsman is suppose “to pay” his bridesmaid for the corsage; not in money though, but by some small gift like a box of chocolates.

After the parents blessing at the bride’s home (another tradition!), the bride and groom are ready to go to the place of the marriage ceremony. If the Church is close to the bride’s home, bride and groom and all the guests walk to the ceremony’s place in a procession. The two groomsmen walk with the bride and two bridesmaids walk with the groom.

But if the Church is too far from the bride’s home, the bride and groom will be taken by separate cars as tradition does not allow them to go together to the place of ceremony. The first car of the wedding procession drives the bride and groomsmen and the second car drives the groom and bridesmaids.

At the entrance of the Church, a Priest meets the wedding procession and walks the bride and groom down the aisle. The bridesmaids, groomsmen and all of the guests follow them.

The ceremony now starts. The first bridesmaid and first groomsman will now do their main rituals at the Ukrainian wedding. First is an unfolding of an embroidered ceremonial towel onto the floor in front of the bride and groom. The bride and groom then step on the towel. It is a sign, it is said: “Whoever steps on the towel first, will be the boss of the family.”

Another very important mission of the first bridesmaid and groomsman is to hold crowns over the heads of the bride and groom. It is a little difficult, because they have to hold the crowns for a long time, about 20 minutes or so (depending on the length of the Church service). They can change their hands but must not allow the crowns to fall down! It would be a sign of bad luck for newlyweds.

In some Churches, however, the bridesmaid and groomsman do not hold the crowns because a Priest puts the crowns directly on the heads of the bride and groom as it was at my own wedding. Then the bride and groom must be very careful to not to have their crowns to fall off. My husband and I did well, our crowns stayed on!

When the Church ceremony is over, the newlyweds can finally walk together to the reception (or they can go in the same car, if the distance is too far to walk). It seems like all the bridesmaids and groomsmen’s job is over. But not at the Ukrainian wedding! The bridesmaids and groomsmen have to participate in a few more customs at the reception which is another exciting story.

About the Author

Mariya Klachynska is a freelance journalist. She worked for the Ukrainian newspapers and online news agencies for many years. Her hobby is matchmaking. With help of online dating agency Mariya found a husbands for two her friends-journalists. Mariya is married. She met her husband in Internet too. All the stories about her and her friends Internet-dating adventures you can find here.