How to Make Your Toast Memorable

Filed under: The Bridal Party

Courtesy of K. Cooper Ray

We've all attended enough weddings to know that the toasts can sometimes be the most memorable part of the evening ... for better or for worse. As the bride, you don't have much control over what your friends and family members will say about you at the rehearsal dinner and/or the wedding reception, so when the time comes, just sit back and relax. However, before then, make sure your best man knows that he is in charge of keeping things moving. Expert K. Cooper Ray, who writes about etiquette on his blog, socialprimer.com, explains that and more, below:

What is the ideal length of time for a wedding toast? How long is too long? How short is too short?
The best man and, these days, the maid of honor are the main attraction. They have a real inside perspective, so I think it's their responsibility to sum up the couple's relationship. Their toasts should be about five minute....

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