Look, you can have five best men if you want. But you’ll run into some real-world problems. The toast, for example.
If five guys all try to give a heartfelt speech, dinner turns into a roast marathon. Your guests will be full on cake before the third guy even starts his “remember that time you threw up in a taxi” story.
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My advice? Keep it to three or four. It’s a power move without being a parade. If you have more than that, just call them “Groomsmen” and pick one “Lead Best Man” for the ring duties. Everyone wins.
The Logistics You Forgot About
Here’s where it gets tricky. The processional. If you have four best men, who walks with the Maid of Honor? You need an equal-ish number on each side.
Or you can break tradition: have them walk in pairs, or send them all down in a conga line. I’m only half-joking. Your wedding, your conga line.
Also, photography. Every best man will want a solo shot with you. Budget an extra 30 minutes for the photo session. Trust me, your photographer will need a Xanax.
