| Most people are intimidated at the thought of public | | | | 2. No jokes that have ethnic or racial connotations. |
| speaking. Furthermore, most people are unsure of the | | | | 3. Avoid any profane language. |
| proper wedding speech etiquette which compounds | | | | 4. Do not make any reference to any past/future |
| public speaking anxiety. | | | | lovemaking between the couple - eg - the honeymoon. |
| This article will highlight some useful tips to prepare and | | | | 5. Don't mention previous marriages. |
| deliver a wonderful speech. | | | | 6. Don't chew gum, put your hands in your pocket or |
| The formal order of the speeches is: | | | | shuffle from side to side as you deliver the speech. |
| 1. father of the bride | | | | 7. Don't drink more than a glass or two of alcohol |
| 2. the groom | | | | before the speech. |
| 3. the best man | | | | 8. Avoid any "sore" subjects such as a recent death in |
| In modern times, it is not uncommon for the bride, maid | | | | the family. |
| of honor or even some guests to say a few words. | | | | 9. Always stand when delivering the toast. |
| The speech segment of the reception is usually held | | | | 10. Don't hit a glass with a spoon to gain attention. It is |
| after the meals but there is no reason why the | | | | more polite to stand and hold your glass and wait for |
| speeches cannot be before the meal. | | | | silence. |
| For wedding speech etiquette follow these top ten tips: | | | | If you follow the ten tips above you will have no |
| 1. If you're the one being toasted never raise your | | | | reason to be worried about following the proper |
| glass or drink from your glass until the toast is finished | | | | wedding speech etiquette. |
| and other guests have sipped their drink. | | | | |