The
Best Man's Speech
For
many people taking on the role of the Best Man, the Best Man speech
will be a most daunting duties. Try to make the best man's speech
funny, or at least amusing is possible. Remember that you are replying
to a toast to the bridesmaids (proposed by the groom), so express
simple sentiments about your feelings for the day and conclude with
a toast to the bride and groom.
If
you feel you'd like to include some jokes or anecdotes, consider
these guidelines:
Avoid
referring to anything that the bride does not know about or past
relationships of either the bride or groom as this could cause unnecessary
injury.
Consider using an anecdote about something that has happened during
the day, or a comment that one of the party made to you earlier.
Suggested
content for a best man's speech is given below:
Thank
the groom for his toast on behalf of the bridesmaids and for any
gifts.
Compliment the groom. Brides will get a lot of the attention at
weddings so redress the balance a little!
Try to amuse the guests with anecdotes about the groom's past misdemeanours
or jokes at the groom's expense but steer clear of anything that
might embarrass the groom unnecessarily. And do not upset the bride!
Read messages received from absent friends and family, establishing
the relationship and locality of the sender.
End
your speech with a toast that is complimentary to the bride, and
wish the bride and groom future happiness together.
For
further details of the duties of the Best Man see out Best
Man guide |
