Preparing a wedding toast requires preparation and practice. Introduce yourself briefly, avoid embarrassing comments or revealing secrets, and praise the couple. Keep it short and meaningful.
Preparing a wedding toast doesn’t have to be a struggle. Even the shyest person can have fun when the time comes by following a simple set of rules as they write and present their toast.
The first step to a great wedding toast is being prepared. Don’t expect to make something up on the spot – nerves or indecision can play a big part and leave you speechless. Always write your toast well in advance and be sure to practice reading it aloud, even in front of a mirror. If you don’t feel comfortable speaking in front of people, have a short toast. Try to appear confident, even if you’re not. Stand up straight, relax your shoulders and don’t fidget. Avoid drinking until the end of the speech and use a calm and clear voice. How you deliver your speech is almost as important as what you say. What matters is not how much you speak, but how meaningful your words are.
When creating a wedding toast, remember that many of the people at the reception won’t know you, so be sure to start by introducing yourself. A short “I’m Jeff, the groom’s old college roommate” is enough. This is not the time to talk about your life story, so avoid giving too many details about yourself unless they have some kind of connection to the bride or groom.
When preparing your wedding toast, there are also some don’ts to keep in mind. Avoid embarrassing comments. Inside jokes can be funny to people with closest ties, but once they go public, they tend to be off the mark. Under no circumstances reveal secrets. Don’t forget to praise the couple in some way. Comment on how well they match or how they complement each other. Don’t go on and on, but have a few words of congratulations. Don’t put yourself in the spotlight. The wedding toast isn’t about you and your relationship with the couple; it’s about what you know about them and why they should be together.
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