subject: How to Deliver the Perfect Wedding Day Toast [print this page] How to Deliver the Perfect Wedding Day Toast
The toast... one of the most important parts of your wedding reception. At this time your new husband or wife, your parents, and members of your wedding party all stand up and say a few warm felt words about the happy couple. We've all seen really good toasts, and of course some not so good toasts. So we've compiled a list of some helpful tips so that any toast-giver can deliver anexceptional and meaningful toast.
Absolutely DON'T:
Do not wing the toast. Make sure it is rehearsed and practice. This will make a huge difference.
Do not drink too much alcohol before giving your toast. We've all seen how that mixture can go horribly wrong.
Do not be disrespectful by telling a story that will humiliate the newlyweds. Remember you're telling a story that could be disrespecting his/her new spouse.
Do not read off a sheet of paper. It can come across as really impersonal. Remember practice makes perfect. You can have the notes there incase you freeze up, but don't rely fully on them.
Do not bring up past boyfriends or girlfriends, that's just bound to make someone uncomfortable. Think about it, is it really appropriate to bring that up on someone's wedding day?
Do not try to be a stand up comedian. Jokes are fun in a wedding toast, but tell one too many and people will think you're trying to make this about you and not the happy couple.
Absolutely DO:
Do keep it short and sweet and to the point. Nobody wants to here someone ramble on for 15 minutes.
Do talk equally about the bride and groom, even if you're the grooms best friend be sure to mention the bride a few times in there as well. What works even better is to tell a story about how the couple is together instead of individually.
Do begin with humor. That always sets the tone for a good toast. But also end with something nice and from the heart. The best toast are ones that make you laugh and cry.
Do stand up straight while giving the toast, and also speak loud and articulate correctly. Don't forget to raise the glass at the end and say something heartfelt before taking a drink.
If you're not exactly a public speaker, you don't have to stress too much. Take and deep breath, relax, and just say what comes to yourheart. Remember, always wish the couple the best of luck in their new life together.
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