Who here loves public speaking?!.....No one? You sure? So you've been asked to give a speech at your close friend or family member's wedding, but where do you even start when it comes to delivering the perfect message? We're here to help with our tips to make your wedding toast one of the best yet! Keep it short! We like to recommend 2 minutes maximum per toast, especially if there are more than 2 people toasting at an event. You can say plenty in 2 minutes and you'll keep the audience's attention much more easily! This helps keep the flow of the event on time, including food, beverage, music, cake and dancing. Practice the toast and time it in advance. Remember, short & sweet not long and drawn out! Remember that not everyone present might know both of the couple very well, so this is an opportunity to tell everyone how you know them. Make no assumptions about the guests. Put yourselves in the shoes of the couple and also of the guests when writing your toast. Take the opportunity to preface who you are, your relationship with the couple, or little fun facts/back story bits about the couple! Context can add so much to a great toast. Keep it light-hearted, positive, and personal. Refrain from sharing anything controversial, embarrassing for the couple, negative or shocking. Some people aim for humor, some aim for heartfelt, whichever your direction - make sure it's worthy of being said and likely recorded and remembered forever. Consider writing the words out in advance and running them by the couple so that they know what to expect if you're unsure about something! Want to hear more tips on the aspects of wedding planning people often overlook? Contact us today for your very own custom quote! Vendor List
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