Everybody loves to see cute, little children involved in the wedding ceremony. Children brighten up the wedding party by their natural charm and angelic looks.
Give the pillow (with the rings attached) to the ring bearer sixty seconds before he heads down the aisle in the processional. This will help avoid a catastrophe.
Although there is no dress code, little boys look handsome in a tuxedo. Ring bearers can also wear a suit, or short pants and knee socks (in the summer), which may be more practical for the family because he can wear them again
Ring bearer walks down the aisle just before the flower girl. Sometimes both the ring bearer and the flower girl walk down the aisle together.
If your ring bearer is especially young, tie two faux wedding rings on his pillow, because a lot can happen between the foyer and the altar. Then the bride asks the maid of honor and the groom asks the best man to hang on to the real rings until the time comes. If he is really going to carry the rings, give him the pillow the second before he's "on."
It is difficult for the ring bearer to stand for a long time and it is advisable to seat his parents in the front row so that he can join them immediately after his duty is over.
You can ask one of the bridesmaids to take care of the ring bearer till the time comes for the wedding procession to begin. Alternatively if the parent is willing, he or she can be with him at the back.
The ring bearer is not required to stand in the receiving line. After his duty is over, his other requirement is to take photos with the couple and the wedding party.
Ring bearer pillows come in a multitude of styles and colors today. Gone are the days when only white would do! Today you'll find white, ivory, and even pink ring bearer pillows to match the latest wedding dress styles.