What Is a Wedding Party Size—And Why the Numbers Don’t Really Matter

When planning your wedding, one of the early decisions you'll make is choosing your wedding party. But what exactly is “wedding party size”? Simply put, it's the number of people standing by your side on the big day—typically made up of bridesmaids, groomsmen, or any combination of chosen loved ones.

Some couples go big, with 10, 12, even 14 attendants on each side. Others keep it intimate, with just a sibling or best friend standing next to them. We’ve seen everything from large, joyful crews to minimal, meaningful duos—and guess what? Every version looks amazing.

One common concern we hear is, “What if our sides don’t match?” Maybe one of you has a close-knit group of friends, while the other prefers to keep things simple. The good news? Your wedding party doesn’t need to be perfectly symmetrical. Not even close.

Professional photographers know exactly how to pose, stagger, and style group shots to make every wedding party—no matter the size—look balanced and beautiful. Whether there’s one person on each side, or 14, the most important thing is that these are the people you genuinely want standing with you.

At the end of the day, what makes the photos shine isn’t symmetry—it’s the love, connection, and celebration behind every smile.