Thursday, 17 September 2009
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Writing Wedding Speeches
Whether it is the search for that perfect wedding dress or choosing the music for the first dance, tradition is everywhere. The wedding speeches are one of the most anticipated parts of the wedding, both for the happy couple and the guests. The wedding speeches can be anything from funny stories to special messages all about the happy couple, these are usually done by close friends and family of the bride and groom.
Before the big day the bride and groom will have to make the important decision regarding who will be giving a wedding toast, this can be important people in the wedding such as the maid of honor and best man or can be open to anyone to give a speech. Some guests may say things you don't want them to or make inappropriate comments so the decision about who will make a speech should not be taken lightly. Thus the bride and groom should look at their guest list and make a judgment call on what to do. Here are some tips on wedding speeches in general to help guide the process so this part of the wedding day will as perfect as every other element.
Let people know
It will usually take a couple of weeks for someone to prepare for a speech so give your designated speakers time to prepare by asking them early. Some people will jump at the chance to speak whereas others will not want to make a speech so be prepared to be turned down. The most important thing is that they are at your wedding and not if they speak or not so don't put pressure on someone to speak if they don't want to.
Don't be long winded
Brevity is desired as a speech that runs on too long will bore guests because their attention will drift elsewhere, like to the dessert trays and cake display where their eyes will glaze over. Nice and short is best.
Get others opinions
Different people have different tastes so let someone else listen to the speaker practicing the speech to ensure it is appropriate. This is essential if you do not want inappropriate jokes or embarrassing stories being told in front of all your family and friends. If you can filter any of the speeches then this will a weight off your shoulders without ruining the delight of what is said for you.
The toast
One thing not to forget at the end of the speech is to toast the happy couple. Ask everyone to raise their glass and toast the happy couple or however you would like to phrase it. Remember these are the wedding speeches not the wedding roasts. Keep it fun or sentimental, not hurtful or rude.
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