Dog Ring Bearer Ideas: The Cutest Wedding Trend

Of all the ways to include your dog in your wedding, making them the ring bearer might be the cutest. It's a small role with a big impact — and there are so many charming ways to do it. Here are our favorite dog ring bearer ideas.

Ways to carry the rings

• A ring-holder collar pillow. The safest option — a piece like the Ivory Lace & Crystal Ring Bearer Pillow attaches right to an adjustable collar.
• Faux rings on the collar, real rings with the best man. All the cuteness, none of the risk.
• A decorative pouch clipped securely to the collar.

Dressing the part

A ring bearer bow tie makes it official. Match your palette with something like the Sage Green Floral Lace Bow Tie or a formal Navy Textured Bow Tie. Many of our ring bearer styles range down to XS, so even the smallest pups can take part.

Bow ties for the human ring bearer too

Have a little ring bearer walking alongside the dog? Dress your smallest gentleman in a matching handmade bow tie from the Little Gentleman collection at Handmade Bow Tie, and coordinate the dog's collar to the same shade.

Making the entrance

• Have a familiar handler walk or call them down the aisle.
• Keep the walk short and the treats ready.
• Consider timing — a calm, well-exercised dog does best.

Fun extras

Add a "here comes the bride" sign, a flower-adorned collar, or a matching look with the groom for extra charm.

The takeaway

A dog ring bearer brings joy, personality, and serious cuteness to your ceremony. Keep the rings secure, dress your pup to match, and plan a smooth, low-stress walk down the aisle.