Professional bridesmaid says it's not so crazy to hire a stranger
As more women shy away from bridal party duties, Jen Glantz affirms that it really is a complicated role — and maybe one best left to pros.
Have you ever heard a busy bridesmaid compare wedding planning to a part time job? Jen Glantz, author of All My Friends Are Engaged, saw a business opportunity in the analogy.
Glantz joins Shad to discuss why more women are shying away from the "honour" of being the bride's right hand. While untraditional, she argues that a professional is better equipped to navigate the finances, family dynamics and routines frustrations of wedding preparation.
q: Have you ever been part of a wedding party? Do you think the couple had unrealistic or unfair expectations of you? Was meeting their needs a labour of love, or a strain on your relationship?