Is She Too Old to Be Your Bridesmaid?

The answer as to whether or not she is too old to be a bridesmaid is that there is no age limit. While some bridesmaids in their late 30s and early 40s and older may feel ridiculous about being a bridesmaid for a friend or family member who is younger than they are, there may be other reasons they may not want to be part of your wedding.

She Doesn’t Have Time: Women in their late 30s and early 40s and older may simply not have time. They are running households, raising kids or just too busy with their jobs. Being part of a wedding just might not fit into their schedule.

Finding a Bridesmaid Dress Can Be Hard: This reason is appropriate if the potential bridesmaid knows what you are planning in terms of style and color. Maybe they don’t feel like they can wear the same dress as the 25-year-old bridesmaid in the bridal party.

Not Feeling Like She is In the Right Shape: Women of every age never think they are physically fit to be in a bridesmaid dress to stand in front of a large group of people. She may be going through life changes or is just not feeling her best self physically.

She Doesn’t Have the Finances: A woman in her late 30s or early 40s may be saving for a house or recently just bought a house and any added expenses like being bridesmaid is not something she can do right now.

She Simply Feels Ridiculous: If she’s older she is less likely to want to partake in the traditional bridal party activities like a weekend away for the bachelorette party or even being up all night for one.

Ultimately, leave the decision up to her, if she is an important person in your life and you explain why you have chosen her, she may surprise you! Just remember, be considerate of any apprehensions she may have.