Professional Guide for Writing a "Knock 'em Dead" Wedding Speech - Wedding Speech Questions



Question: Maid of honor speech?


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Answer #1:

To be honest by the time of the speech my sister threw away her notes and just went free, I rather something from the heart than something rehearsed. Best of luck.

Answer #2:

You have a good start, but it really should be longer. I assume that you will be offering the first toast. Or nearly the first toast. What you say will inspire others to have the courage to speak. Keep your eyes open for those who are a bit shy. Friendly, inquiring eye contact from you may bring even those shy persons to their feet.

Answer #3:

When my sister got up to read her speech she completely winged it. It wasn't bad. But ha she stated that I had a lot of boyfriends in the past and my face got so red. ha.

Answer #4:

Maybe you could thank them both for your beautiful niece.
Maybe you could include some funny things about when you were kids I'm sure you will have plenty of funny memories.
Maybe you could end by asking the guests to raise their glasses to absent family and friends but obviously you would need to check either Ryan and his father /brothers first that they would be ok with this
Good Luck

Answer #5:

........So many things have happened in all our lives over the last couple of years many of the good my niece/nephew , however like in every ones lives there have been sad times ()the death of ryans mother), but looking at this couple today, and looking at there child i just know that what ever they face in the future good or bad, good hopefully (cross fingers and pull an eh face for comedy) they will not only take it face on they they will do it together because never before have a seen a couple so dedicated and in (pause for drama) love as my sister and now my brother

Answer #6:

I don't think that anybody can specifically tell you how to continue on with your speech, but I can definitely give you some pointers/tips!


Just a few comments on what you already have to begin: instead of starting off with the overused and using just a general "Hello," you could instead say something like "Wow, this is one place I never thought I'd be standing!" You could go on from there by saying what you had, e.g. "I'm Amber's sister Lacey, and two years ago, Amber was the maid of honor at my wedding. It's a blessing for me to be standing here today..." etc.

Make sure to tell the people that you are addressing not only how you would like to congratulate the couple, but also how you will do your best to support them as they learn how to settle down as husband and wife! After all, you have some experience! (: You can even make a few lighthearted jokes along those lines.

If things get too sappy at weddings, they sort of loose their meaning. Make sure to keep things in a celebratory tone, and try not to act as if you were at a funeral, because sometimes wedding speeches can become very serious-- a little too serious for a celebration! Keep the speech focusing on the couple mainly, and try not to drift towards speaking about yourself or other members of the family that may relate slightly in some way, shape, or form to what you happen to be talking about at the time.

If I were you, I would continue in a lighthearted direction. I wouldn't really touch on Ryan's mom a whole lot; say what you need to say in a respectful tone of voice and try to keep it short. At a wedding, most people don't want to think about death, but it sometimes is nice to remember a person who's beloved if it really relates to the event. You could mention it like, "...I'm sure that Ryan's mother looks down on us now with a smile as she will continue to do as Ryan and Amber continue their lives, now as a married couple, with their little girl/boy." --You could even end your speech like that!

I bet whatever you decide to say will turn out great-- just remember to say something that is both encouraging and meaningful. If you pack too much into the speech but it lacks meaning, people might get bored! Shorter IS better in some cases.

Weddings are always a blast! Have a great time. I'm sure your sister and your new brother-in-law will be very happy together! Congratulations and best wishes to all of you.





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