How to decide what speeches you want at your wedding

Weddings are special occasions, and part of what makes them so memorable is the speeches. Whether they’re witty or sentimental, these moments of reflection are key for your big day and you want to make sure that everyone in attendance remembers them for the right reasons. It’s a great way to hear from your nearest and dearest about how they feel about you as a couple. Read on for helpful tips on deciding which speakers will fit perfectly into your wedding plan.

Start with who you’re closest to

When considering which speeches you want at your wedding, the best place to begin is by deciding who you are closest to. Are there any family members or friends that have had a major impact on your life together? If so, those people may be great choices for a speech.

It doesn’t have to be limited to family either; anyone who has been there for you through thick and thin would make an ideal choice for a heartfelt speech on your big day. However, if you want to keep it traditional, then opt for the father of the bride, the groom, and the best man.

Whoever you ask, be sure to stay positive, polite and friendly – you don’t want to force someone to speak if they’re not comfortable. Regardless of whether they agree, let the person know how much their support means to you and your partner so they feel extra appreciated. You should make sure to arrange your speakers well in advance of your wedding date to allow them time to prepare, and to save you stressing over last-minute details.

Think about the tone of your wedding

Once you’ve established who will give the speeches, consider what tone you want your wedding ceremony to have. Is it going to be light-hearted and funny or more traditional and serious? This will help dictate the types of topics that will be discussed in each speech, as well as how many speeches there should be.

For example, if the tone of your wedding is more relaxed and casual, then having multiple funny stories shared by close friends or family members could really enhance the atmosphere. On the other hand, if you want a more formal affair, then sticking with one or two heartfelt speeches may be more appropriate.

Keep it short & sweet

No matter what type of wedding ceremony you’re planning, it’s important to keep in mind that no one wants long winded speeches. As much as everyone loves hearing from their loved ones on such an important day, too many lengthy speeches can quickly become tedious (for both guests and speakers). Aim for about five minutes per speech – this should give each speaker enough time to share their story without dragging things out too much. Share your ideal timings before the big day to allow the speakers to follow your requirements.

The perfect day

Choosing which speeches to include at your wedding can seem like an overwhelming task, but it doesn’t have to be. You can hire an essay writer on the Papertyper website who will write a speech for you. Start by deciding who is closest to both of you and think about how many speakers would work best with the tone of your wedding ceremony. Once those details are determined, ask everyone to keep each speech short and sweet. With these tips in mind, we hope that selecting which speechmakers will add some sparkle to your special day becomes a bit easier.

Author bio: Sukie Alshott

Sukie has been a wedding planner for over 10 years, and loves helping couples create their dream days. She believes that the details are the thing that makes the day truly memorable, and aims for her articles to share advice on how to get that extra sparkle.

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