How to Write a Maid of Honor Toast

One of the biggest maid of honor duties is the obligatory toast. This toast is usually delivered after the best man's toast at the reception following the wedding. Follow these steps to write and deliver a memorable maid of honor speech that will be a hit at the wedding.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• pen
• paper
• imagination

1. Always take a copy of the speech with you to the wedding. Even if you practice it over and over again, you might suffer from stage fright and forget at the last minute. Keep the speech on a small piece of paper or index card strategically hidden in your purse, flowers or dress.

2. Keep it simple. Long maid of honor speeches are uncomfortable for the audience. Make yours no longer than a few minutes.

3. Don't try to be funny unless you're a natural comedienne. Comedy writing is hard to pull off unless you're the next Ellen DeGeneres.

4. Don't embarrass the new bride by including anecdotes about her awkward childhood or terrible ex-boyfriends. Keep the mood light but genuine.

5. Use this template as a general guideline, as well as inspiration for your maid of honor speech: "I've known the bride ever since we were kids, and I've never seen her happier. I know that the new bride and groom are going to have a long, happy life together. It's truly been my pleasure and my honor to be part of this huge event. To the bride and groom."

Resources

• Maid of Honor Tips
• Maid of Honor's Speech