It’s your best friend’s wedding—a celebration you’ve been looking forward to since she told you about that cute guy she started seeing. Why? Because somehow, you could tell even before she could, that he was the one. After all, what are best friends for if not to do a thorough background check? But that’s beside the point. He finally popped the question (with your help planning the big ask), and the clock is counting down to when your bestie can finally walk down the aisle.
But, there’s just one problem—you’re too far away and can’t make it to the ceremony. So what do you do? Given the fact that COVID-19 has forced people to look at more intimate gatherings, live streaming a wedding ceremony is the current trend. And while you may not necessarily miss the exchange of vows, it’s definitely not the same as being there physically.
So what do you do if you can’t be there for your best friend, but still want to? Here’s how you can be that pillar of support:
Run a social media campaign: Seeing as we’re all most leading virtual lives, it becomes the job of the best friend to be her virtual event planner. From save the dates, the cute hashtags, to even intimating her guests about the various ceremonies that are going to lead up to that big fat Indian wedding, you can be her go-to for all things social. Besides, whether you can’t be there physically, you’re still with her planning every step of her big day.
Plan the bachelorette: Maybe you can’t go to her, but she can definitely come to you. So if you know you won’t make it to her big day, give her a bachelorette she will never forget. You and your girl gang can get together to plan a surprise getaway (to the city you’re in), and book yourselves into a fancy hotel. Then simply watch the fun unfold.
Help her plan the surprise for her groom: Whether you want to admit it or not, her fiancé is a big part of your life too—friends like family and all that. This means you know her future husband well enough to help her plan a great surprise. Whether it’s hunting down that fragrance he likes, or buying him that watch he’s been saving up for, you’re her eyes and ears, and scouting for hints from the groom himself can save her a lot of missteps in pulling off that surprise.
Send her a care package of all her favourites: You probably would have stayed over at her house during the various ceremonies. This means, quality time and a ton of beauty routines. Of course, since you’re not around, it doesn’t mean you can’t send her a care package with all the warm and fuzzies you know she likes. Simply video call her, pour that glass of wine, and have a socially-distant girls’ night.
Be her pillar of strength and solace: Marriage is a big commitment. It’s only natural that she’s bound to get cold feet. And as you know her better than she knows herself, you can anticipate her doubts. This is where that best friend connection comes into play. At the end of the day, you need to let the bride-to-be know that no matter what, you’ve always got her back.
Whether you’re physically present or not, your best girl is getting married. And as we’ve all come to know, a best friend is akin to a sister, so no matter where in the world you may be, let her know you’re with her every step of the way.