Presenting a toast at a wedding reception is an honor and a privilege for a best man or maid or matron of honor. We wanted to share some of the key points for preparing and presenting a wedding toast. We even included some things “not” to do/use in a toast.
1. Keep it brief (3-5 minutes)
2. Keep it simple
3. Keep it decent
4. Make it entertaining
5. Keep it meaningful
6. Keep the sentiment from the heart
Preparing Your Toast:
1. Start writing at least two to three weeks prior to the wedding.
2. Make notes—polish and remove anything irrelevant keeping in mind the 5 minute time limit.
3. Personalize
4. Practice/rehearse ahead of time
When giving a Wedding Toast or Speech:
1. Try to memorize what you want to say or have note cards with key points
2. Use a microphone if available and be aware of your distance from the microphone.
3. Speak so that the back of the room can hear you.
4. Speak clearly and look around at guests 5. Remember to breath
6. Remember to toast the Bride and Groom
7. Use words that are natural for you
The “DO-NOTS” of Toasting:
1. Do not apologize for not being a natural public speaker
2. Do not use vulgarities or risqué stories
3. Do not over-indulge in alcohol prior to the toast
4. Do not monopolize the toast time (especially if there are multiple people presenting toasts).
5. Do not reference previous “exes” or marriages
If you need assistance in writing or preparing your toast or just need some additional tips for presenting a wedding toast or speech, call Megasound. We are happy to assist you.
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