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The basics of wedding toasting etiquette:   The best toasts are, in a word, brief. Toasts help to add to the celebratory mood of the affair. Think about it, the wedding is about the bride (and sometimes about the groom). This is not the time for the best man to try out his new stand-up [...]

Ten Tips for Toasting at Weddings   Before making it to center stage at your loved one’s wedding, consider this toasting etiquette to come off polished and pleasing to your bride and groom.   1. Be Prepared.Decide who is toasting, in which order, and what you will say well in advance of the wedding.   [...]

Questions to Ask Yourself When Writing a Wedding Speech or Toast Wondering how to write a good wedding speech or toast? Start by asking yourself these simple questions and use the answers to begin to build your speech template. • How long have you known the Bride and Groom? How did you meet? • How [...]

The reception is usually the most anticipated part of the wedding celebrations. But if you are expected to deliver a wedding toast, it may be the most nerve-racking part of the day. Looking for some advice? Here are the top six rules for giving the perfect wedding toast and wowing guests.   Rule #1 Keep [...]

Ironically, the cheerful clinking of  glasses before drinking evolved from one of the darker practices of distant history. The custom dates back to the Middle Ages, when people were so distrustful of one another that they weren’t above poisoning anyone they perceived as an enemy. As a safeguard, drinkers first poured a bit of wine [...]