5 Tips for Giving a Killer Wedding Toast

You have a huge obligation if you are making a wedding speech at an impending wedding. Pay attention! Speaking in front of an audience makes some individuals shudder, yet it is a necessary aspect of their work for certain extremely significant wedding actors. You must respect the couple and recognize the importance of that unique day in front of their family and friends. This chore may seem overwhelming (and even intimidating to some). Still, fortunately for you, we are sharing our top five wedding toasting tips to help you avoid embarrassing yourself or making a big wedding mistake!

Don't wing it.

Make some preparations. It's unnecessary to write out your toast exactly, and if you do, please refrain from reading it from your phone during reception. However, you should at least know what you want to express. The best approach is to use an outline or a few bullet points. Your job is essential. Don't wait until the last minute; use whatever comes to mind.

Keep it brief.

Really. A maximum of two to three minutes! Nobody is interested in hearing you ramble on and on. By now, everyone will be hungry and eager to start the party. Be succinct if you want to maintain people's interest.

Be funny.

When making a toast, it's acceptable to be humorous. It's a lot more entertaining! The crowd will love you if you can crack a few jokes or one-liners.

But limit the inside jokes.

There is a warning in the bullet point above. It's a joke, but be sure most people in the room will understand them. Inside jokes are just that—inside jokes—because only a select few find them hilarious. Those in the know might laugh a little, but the other guests will wonder what's so amusing. Save the jokes about cool kids for later.

Remember: It's a toast, not a roast.

This isn't your chance to make the newlyweds look bad! Keep it tidy. Don't involve ex-partners, avoid offensive jokes, and avoid saying or doing anything that will make the happy couple unhappy or that you may later regret. Instead, think positively, discuss the future, and acknowledge the couple's achievements and affection.

BONUS TIP: Don't drink too much beforehand.

If you're already nervous about speaking, a few glasses of wine could help you relax. However, there may be additional adverse effects of drinking. Slurred words or even a fit of laughter could wreck your toast and leave it with unfavorable memories. During cocktail hour, keep things light; once you return the microphone to the DJ, you can have a wild party.