If you are planning on being in a wedding or if you are actually planning one, then the question of wedding speeches is bound to come up.
Who gives the speeches
This is, in fact, up to the couple that's getting married but there seems to be a normal list of people that are expected to say something.
The wedding party usually has the most members talking about the bride or the groom. In most cases, the Best Man and Matron or Maid of Honor are the ones who will be giving short speeches before dinner. It's also possible for other members of the party to speak if the couple chooses.
Most of the time, the father of the bride gives a speech to the guests, thanking them for coming as well as saying a word or two to the groom. The couple themselves may also want to talk to the guests, giving them thanks and their love.
The reception, of course, isn't the only place for speeches. There have been many times when the wedding rehearsal has one or two of the couple's parents speaking as well.
As many people as the couple wants can speak, but what if you're the one that's asked?
Tips before you stand up
If you have been asked to give a speech, then chances are you are nervous and don't really know what to say. In order for your nerves not to have time to take over and so that your creativity isn't sapped, the best advice is to try and keep your speech short and simple.
Make a list of all of the things that you admire and love about the couple or half of the couple. If you've been friends for a while, you may want to include a joke or a story. The best advice is to keep the story clean though-their parents may not want to know what they've done.
Talk about the person and then end with some sort of revelation or note of congratulation. Raise your glass and toast the couple. Did you notice how easy it really is?
Making sure that you rehearse the speech often and writing it well in advance can help if you are afraid that you'll become nervous. Or you can just focus on your friend as you give the speech and avoid making eye contact out into the reception crowd.
Speeches are a wonderful way to give thanks to the guest and to members of the new couple. You are sure to get it right as long as you use your heart as a guide.
Who gives the speeches
This is, in fact, up to the couple that's getting married but there seems to be a normal list of people that are expected to say something.
The wedding party usually has the most members talking about the bride or the groom. In most cases, the Best Man and Matron or Maid of Honor are the ones who will be giving short speeches before dinner. It's also possible for other members of the party to speak if the couple chooses.
Most of the time, the father of the bride gives a speech to the guests, thanking them for coming as well as saying a word or two to the groom. The couple themselves may also want to talk to the guests, giving them thanks and their love.
The reception, of course, isn't the only place for speeches. There have been many times when the wedding rehearsal has one or two of the couple's parents speaking as well.
As many people as the couple wants can speak, but what if you're the one that's asked?
Tips before you stand up
If you have been asked to give a speech, then chances are you are nervous and don't really know what to say. In order for your nerves not to have time to take over and so that your creativity isn't sapped, the best advice is to try and keep your speech short and simple.
Make a list of all of the things that you admire and love about the couple or half of the couple. If you've been friends for a while, you may want to include a joke or a story. The best advice is to keep the story clean though-their parents may not want to know what they've done.
Talk about the person and then end with some sort of revelation or note of congratulation. Raise your glass and toast the couple. Did you notice how easy it really is?
Making sure that you rehearse the speech often and writing it well in advance can help if you are afraid that you'll become nervous. Or you can just focus on your friend as you give the speech and avoid making eye contact out into the reception crowd.
Speeches are a wonderful way to give thanks to the guest and to members of the new couple. You are sure to get it right as long as you use your heart as a guide.
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