How to Write a Bride's Speech
Writing a wedding speech can be a daunting task, especially if you are the bride. However, every bride knows the amount of work that goes into planning and executing the perfect day, and that it is not done alone. A wedding speech is the perfect way to thank family members and friends for helping and being a part of such a monumental moment in a woman's life as well as to express your love and gratitude to the person you are marrying. The right speech will leave your guests feeling romantic and in no doubt about your love.
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Talk to your husband about joining your speeches together, especially if you are both nervous about public speaking. This gives you the opportunity to compose yourself as you wait for your next turn to read.
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Arrange your speech either before or after the guests begin eating. You'll want to make sure you have their full attention. Also, to make the biggest impact, plan your speech as the last one. This will make a lasting emotional impression on your guests.
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Thank your friends and family for helping and participating. Emphasis should be given to the bridal party, the mother and father, and in-laws. Also thank individuals who traveled large distances to be to the wedding and those who could not make it, such as the deceased or ill.
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Incorporate funny stories into your speech, if you would like to add a comedic element, such as how you first met your husband or what happened on your first date.
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Single out guests for special thanks who have made a unique contribution, such as baking the wedding cake or making the wedding dress.
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Carry a pen and notepad around with you a few weeks before the wedding and jot down little tidbits that come to you. Often, the right words will not come all at once.
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Detail funny events or situations about wedding planning to entertain the guests. This could include stories about the bridal shower or the hen or stag parties.
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Incorporate a personal message to your husband, expressing how you feel and what it means to be married to him.
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Research online for sample speeches to find the right tone and style for you. Some examples can be found on frugalbride.com.
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