Five Steps to a great wedding speech!

Father of one of the grooms keeps the vibes pumping at Craig & David’s reception. Photo - Love is Love Photography

Ok so I’ve MC’ed a few receptions of late and witnessed a myriad of speeches…
The good, the hilarious and the ‘room for improvement.’

Many of them start out with:
I googled what to say…’(Cue: my head in my hands)

Here’s a tip:

GOOGLE DOESN’T KNOW S**T!

So here’s MY key points to help you absolute nail it. You’re welcome!

As you can see from everyone’s faces, Kim was killing it with the mic! Photo - Dijana Risteska

1)  This isn’t a 21st birthday.
No one’s interested in the Bride/Groom’s childhood quirks, drunken teen stories or tales involving ex’s!

2)  Not everyone needs to call a toast. Glasses aren’t that big and it starts to get a bit repetitive.

3)  Keep. It. Short.
Three minutes means just that: THREE MINUTES.
Guests may be feigning interest when you waffle on,
but trust me… they’re lying!

4)  FUNNY IS GOOD. HUMILIATING ISN’T!

Helping Big Steve (father of the bride) nail his speech!

5)  Complimenting the other party is good manners.

Just think about your relationship to them both and talk about that.
Be witty, but if you’re not naturally gifted, with the funny bone; just keep it real.

This has been a public service announcement from #thefunkycelebrant