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For modern weddings there are no stern rules as to who should talk at the reception.  The following people may talk at a marriage: Father or Mother of the bride, the best man, the maid of honor, a groom, the bride, parents-in-law, and bridesmaids.  It is not odd for a couple of the groomsmen or two of the bridesmaids to talk at the same marriage.

Most people are intimidated at the thought of public talking.  Similarly, the majority are unsure of the correct marriage speech etiquette which compounds public talking anxiety.

This article is going to highlight some handy pointers to prepare and deliver a fabulous speech.

The formal order of the speeches is:

1.  Dad of the bride

2.  The groom

3.  The best man

In modern times, it’s not uncommon for the bride, bridesmaid-in-chief or even some guests to assert one or two words.

The speech segment of the reception is mostly held after the meals but there’s no reason why the speeches cannot be before the meal.

For marriage speech etiquette follow these top 10 tips:

1.  If you’re the one being toasted never raise your glass or drink from your glass till the toast is finished and other guests have sipped their drink.

2.  No jokes that have ethnic or racial connotations.

3.  Avoid any profane language.

4.  Don’t make any reference to any past / future lovemaking between the couple – for instance – the honeymoon.

5.  Don’t mention prior weddings.

6.  Don’t chew gum; put your hands in your pocket or shuffle from side to side as you deliver the speech.

7.  Don’t drink more than a glass or two of alcohol before the speech.

8.  Avoid any “sore” subjects such as a death in the family.

9.  Always stand when delivering the toast.

10.  Don’t hit a glass with a spoon to gain attention.  It is more polite to stand and hold your glass and wait for silence.

If you follow the 10 tips above you’ll have no reason to be anxious about following the right wedding speech etiquette.

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