Typically between the ages of 9 and 14, the junior bridesmaid falls into a category where she is not grown up enough to handle the responsibility associated with being a bridesmaid, and a little too old to be the flower girl.
A junior bridesmaid will want to take her duties seriously, be sure to include her in the wedding plans.
Duties of a junior bridesmaids could include....
- Attend showers and help with preparations and clean up
- Assist with making the wedding favors
- Hand out bubbles, confetti, rice and other send off
- Manage the guest book
- Read a poem or special passage during the ceremony
Gift Suggestions...
Is your junior bridesmaid a girly girl? Help her to add some bling - jewelry to be worn with the bridesmaid dress is a great way to add a little sparkle, a watch makes a great keepsake too. Look for watches that depict her personality, at this age it could be anything from Sponge Bob to Pave´ diamonds.
This is a good age to receive a jewelry box, girls at this age are just starting to collect lots of earrings and bracelets.
Fill a funky purse with lip gloss, mascara and body spray, make her feel like a princess.
Is your junior bridesmaid a bit of a tom-boy?
Why not give a gift she will love - a new skate board, a skim board for the beach, a basket ball hoop.
Dvds and music are always a hit with this age group.
Artsy types will love an art kit, fill it with sketch books, pastels and water colors.
Books are always a great gift, and if you choose a classic it will be a keepsake she will treasure for years.
Luggage or travel bags are a great idea and they can be used to help keep your junior bridesmaid organized with her wedding ensemble.
