I think it might work.
Most woman I know HATE to be bridesmaids. They hate having to waste money buying an unflattering dress they don’t even get to pick out. They hate all the jobs they are given. They hate all the waiting around time. They hate having to be nice to people they would prefer not to be around at the wedding.
My daughter was a bridesmaid a few weeks back at her college roommate’s wedding. All four girls who lived in the house in college were together (the bride and three bridesmaids). They all had a complete ball and the groom’s parents treated them all to dinners, nights out, limos, and events in addition to the wedding. They had a wonderful time being bridesmaids.
There’s a very old saying, “Three times a bridesmaid, never a bride.” I would advise ladies to use that when asked to be a bridesmaid. “Sorry, I’ve been a bridesmaid twice already, and I’m superstitious.” Great way to get out of it.