Before you choose
Consider all of the Best Man responsibilities. These may include:
- Setting up your Bachelor Party
- Picking up your tux the day of (or day before) the wedding
- Assist people to and from the airport
- Keeping your rings safe
- Being a front-man at the reception
- Being a good "bouncer" if somebody gets a little too tipsy
If you have a brother that seems to be responsible for all of that, then you've probably made your decision. But what if you have only a younger/lazy brother? So it is best to consider all of the people that may be your "Best". These may include:
- Family members (i.e. brothers (real, half, or in-laws), cousins, or anyone else that you are slightly related to)
- Friends (i.e. childhood friends, fraternity brothers, roomates)
- Co-workers
- Study-Buddies
When You Choose
After you've weighed all of the pros and cons for those on your list, you should be at a decision. But before you ask that guy to be your Best Man, make sure that you can explain it well to others. For example, let's say that you picked Friend A to be your best man, but Friend B thought that you were better friends. What would you tell him?
Once you've worked out all of the jealous-filled conversations, aproach your chosen Best Man in private and let him know what good qualities he has. (This is part of the buttering up process so he's more willing to do everything you ask him of, but don't go on too much or he may see through your ploy.) Then let him know that you would like him to be your Best Man, because of his great qualities and that you know he's responsibile to get things done.
After you Choose
Make sure that your Best Man knows everything that is going on and everything goes to plan. If you have a list, he should too. Give him phone numbers in case of emergencies. These numbers would include relatives, vendors, and hitmen for those crazy ex-girlfriends who try to sabatoge the wedding
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