Flower Girls May Carry A Basket Of Rose Petals Which She Scatters In The Bride’s Path

In the traditional bridal party there are positions for bridesmaids and groomsmen, yet for those marrying on the most formal scale, there will often be a flower girl and/or page boy as part of the procession. These roles are reserved for children, usually aged between 4 and 9 years old, to add an extra "cute" factor to the bridal party while also including those smaller members of the family in the overall wedding.
　　

As time progressed, the role of the flower girl has changed a bit. These days, the flower girl position is saved for mostly little girls while young boys now assume the role of the ring bearer or page boy. Flower girls are typically aged between five and ten years old. While many choose to have one flower girl, some larger weddings can opt for using several flower girls.
　　
As stated before, in a modern wedding, the flower girl usually walks up the aisle ahead of the bride. She may carry a basket of rose petals which she scatters in the bride’s path, or alternatively may simply carry a bouquet or basket of flowers.
　　
Preparing Your Flower Girl For Her Role, and Calming the Jitters
　　
One of the best ways to do this is buy her a book about being a flower girl which will explain her role, and get her excited. Seat her parents on the aisle, near the front so that she can see them when she walks down the aisle and during the ceremony itself. Ask a bridesmaid to be her "buddy" and make sure she uses the restroom before the ceremony. Most of all, don't be too nervous that she will make a mistake. If she dumps all her petals at the start of the aisle, runs instead of walks, or even starts to cry, guests will think it's cute.

The flower girl will also be present for any bridal party photographs and may sit at the bridal table, or with her parents, depending on what everyone is most comfortable with. Being a flower girl in a wedding is a big responsibility for someone so young so there are a number of helpful tips that many wedding industry professionals recommend every bride goes through with her potential flower girl to ensure a successful wedding:
　　
Save the role of flower girl for close female relatives as asking friends children can complicate matters if you ask one person's daughter and not another's
　　
That being said, if the intended flower girl is shy or easily intimidated, consider having two flower girls who can support each other during the ceremony, giving confidence through each other's company
　　
Involve the flower girl in all events leading up to the wedding so she can become familiar with all the bridesmaids, the wedding procedures and the level of formality that will be asked of her
　　
Explain and go over her role repeatedly before the event, be clear on what she has to do without building any anxiety.
　　
Simply include her in the importance of her job in the wedding
　　
Seat her parents near the front of the ceremony venue so she has someone to focus on and encourage her while walking down the aisle, she may even sit with them instead of standing
　　
Prepare her for the long process of photographs and ask that she behaves at all times and listens to the photographer.

If you plan to have a receiving line after the conclusion of the ceremony, again the flower girl may be too young to stand for that long of time. In this case, simply have her mother or father take her to the reception where she can enjoy the festivities.
　　
Just remember that flower girls are typically eight-years-old or younger and you can have one, two, or three. They will walk down the aisle ahead of the Maid of Honor, or just before the Bride begins her procession. You can choose to have the flower girl and ring bearer walk separately or they can walk side by side. Finally, although some brides choose to have the flower girl wear a dress that is a miniature version of her wedding gown, this is not mandatory. As long as she has a beautiful dress with the right colors, that would be fine.