A wedding speech should express the same sentiments whether it’s a formal function being held in the Ritz or a family affair in the bride or the groom’s home. At a more formal function the father of the bride, the father of the groom and the best man usually speak. At a more informal wedding, however, a brother of the bride or her bridesmaid may speak or even a friend of the family. The speeches should emphasise the good wishes of those present for the happy couple and express the belief that they are ideally suited to one another. The speaker should mention an incident about the bride or groom which would personalise the speech. Above all the speech should be light-hearted and sincere. A wedding, whatever its size, is a happy occasion and the wedding speech or toast should emphasise that.

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