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I was asked to be a bridesmaid in a wedding – gladly accepted. Later was told that the bridesmaids weren’t allowed to bring dates because it would complicated things and “take attention away from the bride.”
And one person who is doing it right:
This thread further reinforces my desire to have a 10 minute wedding with a couple of people total, and then throw a big outdoor party involving kegs, a bonfire, and a band to celebrate with all our friends.