Photo by Julissa Martinez
Let’s be honest. We’ve all heard a bad speech at a wedding. It's always someone who got too drunk before their speech telling a story that makes no sense!!! Well, we’ve got a few tips for you to give the perfect speech at your friend’s or family’s upcoming wedding!
Keep it around five minutes long
The welcome speech usually takes place before dinner, so remember that the guests are going to start thinking about the amazing food they’re about to eat if the speech goes on too long. If you’re giving a toast, people are about to dance. Tell your story and talk about how much you love the couple, but don’t overdo it!
2. Introduce yourself
Always introduce yourself to the guests. Most people will probably know who you are, but for those that don’t, they’ll want to know how you know the couple. Your story could include how you first met one of them (unless you’re a family member… in which case it is probably a given).
3. Don’t roast the couple the whole time
A speech where you are making fun of them the whole time can get a little awkward. Sure, make a joke or two about them, but don’t spend the whole time talking about past relationships, or completely embarrassing stories, and especially don’t get sexual. Please. It's awkward for everyone. If you’re going to roast the couple, do that at the rehearsal dinner! It's a much more laid-back dinner and that is the time for roasting.
Giving a speech at a wedding may seem really daunting, but don’t overthink it! You were asked to give a speech for a reason because you’re important to the couple. You are their closest people and they want you to give a toast to them. Don’t stress and just have fun!
Photo by Julissa Martinez
