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For modern marriages there aren’t any strict rules as to who should talk at the reception.  The following people may speak at a marriage: Dad or Mum of the bride, the best man, the bridesmaid in chief, a groom, the bride, parents-in-law, and bridesmaids.  It’s not atypical for a couple of the groomsmen or two of the bridesmaids to talk at the same wedding. 

Most people are threatened at the idea of public talking.  Furthermore, the majority are uncertain of the correct wedding speech etiquette which compounds public speaking uneasiness. 

This article will highlight some handy tips to prepare and deliver a wonderful speech. 

The formal order of the speeches is:

1.  Father of the bride

2.  The groom

3.  The best man

In the present day, it isn’t unusual for the bride, bridesmaid-in-chief or some guests to say one or two words. 

The speech segment of the reception is generally held after the meals but there is no reason why the speeches can’t be before the meal. 

For wedding speech etiquette follow these top 10 tips:

1.  If you’re the one being toasted never raise your glass or drink from your glass until the toast is finished and other guests have sipped their drink. 

2.  No jokes that have ethnic or racial connotations. 

3.  Avoid any profane language. 

4.  Do not make any reference to any past / future lovemaking between the couple – as an example – the honeymoon. 

5.  Don’t mention previous unions. 

6.  Don’t gnaw gum; put your hands in your pocket or shuffle from side to side as you deliver the speech. 

7.  Don’t drink more than a glass or two of alcohol before the speech. 

8.  Avoid any “sore” subjects such as a recent death in the family. 

9.  Always stand when delivering the toast. 

10.  Don’t hit a glass with a spoon to gain attention.  It is more mannered to stand and hold your glass and wait for silence. 

If you follow the 10 tips above you’ll have no reason to be concerned about following the right marriage speech etiquette.

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