The Flower Girl

The flower girl, usually between the ages of four and eight, carries a basket filled with flowers, rose or paper rose petals to strew as she walks down the aisle. She follows the ring bearer or maid of honor and precedes the bride during the processional.

Flower Girl Basket

Flower girl baskets come in many styles and colors. You can fmd them at most florists, gift shops, and bridal boutiques. Things To Consider: Discuss any restrictions regarding rose petal, flower, or paper tossing with your ceremony site. Select a basket which complements your guest book and ring bearer pillow.

If the flower girl is very young (less than 7 years), consider giving her a small bouquet instead of a flower basket.

The Ring Bearer

The ring bearer, usually a boy between the ages of four and eight, carries the bride and groom's rings or mock rings on a pillow. He follows the maid of honor and precedes the flower girl or bride in the processional.

Ring Bearer Pillow

These pillows come in many styles and colors. You can find them at most gift shops and bridal boutiques.

If the ring bearer is very young (less than 7 years), place mock rings on the pillow in place of the real rings to prevent losing them. If mock rings are used, instruct your ring bearer to put the pillow upside down during the recessional so your guests don't see the mock rings.