groomswomen
Bride's side supporters
Groomswomen are female attendants who stand with the groom at a wedding, the counterpart to groomsmen.
The role reflects modern wedding parties that mix genders rather than segregating bridesmaids from groomsmen: His sister and two college friends served as groomswomen.
Singular: groomswoman.
Female wedding attendants
- maid of honorBride's principal attendant
- matron of honorMarried principal wedding attendant
- attendantsPeople who assist others
- wedding partyAttendants for bride and groom
bridesmen · processional · aisle · ceremony · bouquets · dresses · reception · toasts
Without sex distinction
- nontraditionalDeparting from established norms
- inclusiveCovering all members
- mixed-genderComprising multiple genders
- progressiveFavoring reform and innovation
egalitarian · coed · unconventional · bridesman · role reversal · redefining · contemporary
State of having company
- camaraderieGoodwill among companions
- bondingForming close connections
- trustConfidence in another
- confidantesTrusted secret-keepers
sisterhood · buddies · pals · mates · close friends · chosen family · lifelong friends · childhood friends
Faithful commitment to another
- encouragementSupport spurring continued effort
- solidarityUnity among allies
- backingAid or sponsorship
- assistanceSupport or aid given
championing · advocacy · emotional support · reassurance · helping · coordinating · planning · preparation
bridesmaids
Female wedding attendants
- maid of honorBride's principal attendant
- matron of honorMarried principal wedding attendant
- attendantsPeople who assist others
wedding party · bridesmen · processional · aisle · ceremony · bouquets · dresses · reception · toasts · flower girl
gender-neutral
Without sex distinction
- nontraditionalDeparting from established norms
- inclusiveCovering all members
- mixed-genderComprising multiple genders
progressive · egalitarian · coed · unconventional · bridesman · role reversal · redefining · contemporary
companionship
State of having company
- camaraderieGoodwill among companions
- bondingForming close connections
- trustConfidence in another
confidantes · sisterhood · buddies · pals · mates · close friends · chosen family · lifelong friends · childhood friends · college friends
loyalty
Faithful commitment to another
- encouragementSupport spurring continued effort
- solidarityUnity among allies
- backingAid or sponsorship
assistance · championing · advocacy · emotional support · reassurance · helping · coordinating · planning · preparation · steadying
groomswomenbridesmen
Male wedding attendants
bridesmaids · man of honor · maid of honor · matron of honor · bridesman