A Great Toast
2009 May 27
Seven Secrets To A Great Toast
* Make the speech short.
* Stand to give a toast, remain seated to give one.
* Prepare ahead of time ~~~ know what you are going to say.
* Mention those you are toasting by name, your relationship to them.
* Add witty anecdotes whenever possible.
* Speak slowly and loud enough for all guests to hear.
Don’t forget to cap off toast with a hearty “Cheers!”
At the Rehearsal Dinner
• The best man toasts the bride.
• The bride toasts the groom.
• The Groom Toast’s the bride’s mother.
• The bride’s father may toast the groom’s parents.
At the Reception
• The best man toasts the bride & groom
• The Groom toasts the bride and her family
• The two fathers toast the bride and groom
• The bride & groom toast each other!
