Attendant's Responsibility: The Best Man

- Assist groom with wedding details such as accommodations for out-of-town groomsmen and ushers.

- See that the groom is properly attired and at the church or synagogue on time.

- Tie bowties, provide drinks, if applicable and otherwise support the to-be-wed.

- Give the minister a sealed envelope with payment (from the groom) immediately following the ceremony.

- Sign the marriage license as a witness.

- Hold the bride’s ring during the ceremony.

- Coordinate the ushers and make sure they are properly dressed and understand where to seat the guests.

- Sits to the bride’s right at the reception, providing charming conversation throughout.

- May dance with the maid/matron of honor during the first dance.

- Propose the first toast to the newlyweds.

- Hold luggage under lock and key until the bride and groom depart.

- Help the groom change into going away attire.

- Escort the bride and groom to their limousine or drive them to the hotel or airport.

- Return all formalwear rentals on time, and to the correct formalwear shop.

- Assist maid of honor in transporting gifts to the bride and groom's home.

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