Raising a Glass: Tips and Tricks for Wedding Toasts

Hello Gorgeous!

At Infinity Events, we love helping a couple curate their own Infinite Moments at their weddings! Weddings are filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories, and if you play your cards right, one of those infinite moments can be the tradition of toasts. Whether you're the best man, maid of honor, a parent, a close friend, or even the couple delivering a heartfelt and memorable wedding toast is a special honor. To help you make your toast stand out, we've compiled some tips and tricks, along with recommendations for online tools and websites that can assist you in crafting the perfect speech.

Plan Ahead!

Start preparing your toast well in advance. This allows you to organize your thoughts, draft your speech, and rehearse it. Avoid last-minute rushes that can lead to anxiety. As a planner, I was advise to plan ahead!

Personalize Your Toast!

Share personal stories and anecdotes that reflect the couple's journey. Mention things like how they met, their shared experiences, and the qualities that make their love unique.

Keep It Brief!

The best wedding toasts are simple, short, and sweet. Aim for a 2-3 minute speech that conveys your sentiments without dragging on. Adrenaline and emotions are some of the things that we have to contend with and truly plan for with toasts.

Practice, Practice, Practice!

Rehearse your toast multiple times. Practice in front of a mirror or with a trusted friend to improve your delivery and build confidence.

Use Humor Wisely!

A touch of humor can add charm to your toast, but be cautious not to overdo it or use humor that might offend anyone in the audience, especially the couple!

Express Your Love and Well-Wishes!

Conclude your speech by expressing your love for the couple and your best wishes for their future together. And, of course, raise your glass for the actual toast! (Believe it or not, a lot of people forget this piece!)

Tools That Can Help!

To make your toast preparation even more convenient, consider using online tools and websites that provide templates, inspiration, and guidance:

Provenance | https://www.provenance.co

Provenance has a toast builder tool to help you build the perfect toast first draft! This is a fabulous tool to get you started!

Vows & Speeches | https://www.vowsandspeeches.com

Vows and Speeches is a treasure trove of resources for crafting memorable wedding toasts and vows. They offer tips, samples, and guidance to help you create a touching and meaningful toast. You can also find expert advice on public speaking and storytelling to enhance your delivery.

Words to Time | https://wordstotime.com/

This simple, but effective tool can help you determine if your toast is too long or too short. Simply put in the word count and it will tell you exactly how long your toast will be!

Remember, a heartfelt wedding toast is a beautiful way to honor the couple and celebrate their love. With careful planning, practice, and the right tools, you'll be well-prepared to raise your glass and share in their infinite moment!