Wedding Speeches

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I don’t envy people who have to say speeches at weddings. For those who are not so outgoing, saying a speech at yours or a friend’s wedding can be very nerve-wracking! But being asked to say a speech at someone’s wedding is also very special – you know that you are truely appreciated as a friend.

Traditionally, the Father of the Bride, the Best Man and The Groom say speeches, but of course with today’s changing traditions, anything is possible and you can ask whoever you want to say a speech at your wedding. Some people ask their siblings, or the maid of honour to say a speech. It is known that even the bride herself can have her say. (Just don’t out-do the groom’s speech!)

Here are a few tips to help with the writing of your speech:

Best Man

  1. Interesting facts that you know about the groom?
  2. Is the bride getting good value in her future husband?
  3. What do you admire about the couple?
  4. What you know about life, thanks to the groom
  5. Try to add some humour and past experiences you’ve shared with the groom, this helps to relax the guests as well as yourself
  6. Toast the bridesmaids
  7. Toast the parents
  8. Wish the Bride and Groom well for their future

Father of the Bride

  1. Welcome the new son-in law and his parents to your family
  2. Congratulate the Bridal couple
  3. Mention how beautiful your daughter looks
  4. Tell a few stories to emphasise how much your little girl has grown up and is ready for marriage

Groom

  1. Thank the bride’s parents for bringing their daughter into this world
  2. Thank the guests for sharing in your special day, and a special mention to those who have come from far
  3. Thank your parents for everything that they have done for you
  4. Compliment your bride on how pretty she looks
  5. Special mention to those people who helped in bringing your special day together (decor, cake, dress making etc)

A good marriage must be created.
In marriage, the little things are the big things:
You’re never too old to hold hands.
Remember to say “I love you” at least once a day.
Never go to sleep angry.
Have a mutual sense of values and common objectives.
Form a circle of love that will unite your whole family.
Support and believe in your partner’s dreams and aspirations.
Give eachother an atmosphere in which to grow.





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