Often times we are called upon to make a toast at a loved one’s wedding. At first you may think what an honor followed immediately by, what am I going to say??? Well it’s really easy!
Your audience is made up of the friends and family of the people you are about to toast, so it shouldn’t be hard to get their attention. Don’t make the speech too complicated and don’t go on for too long. The guests didn't come to hear you speak so no need to make it a lecture. With that in mind, they also don’t want to hear you to bash the bride and groom either. Try to keep it short, light and positive!
Here is a good outline:
- Introduce yourself and how you know the bride (or groom)
- Talk about your friend/sibling in a positive light perhaps adding in a short story that shows everyone what kind of relationship you have. (if you have a silly relationship tell a story about a time when you guys were acting silly, if you have been friends since childhood, tell a story about growing up with one another, if you have a relationship that has been both good and bad, stick with the good times!)
- Talk about the groom and how you know he is a good person too (or bride if you are the best man). Since you are closer with the other person, this section can be very short and no story is needed.
- Now talk about the bride and groom together and why you think they are a good couple. This part can also be short and just a few adjectives as to why you believe they love one another. It would be wonderful if it could relate back to the story you told about your relationship with the bride.
- End on a positive note perhaps with a quote. Something about love lasting forever or advice on how to make it work.
- Don’t forget to raise your glass and ‘toast’ the bride and groom, isn’t that the whole point after all!?!
Using these 6 steps you should have no trouble at all writing your speech! Bottom's up and good luck! xox – mrs. p.
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