The Format Of A Short Best Man Speech
As regular readers are aware I advocate giving short Best Man speeches rather than longer ones after all there is a definite truth in the saying, be brief, be brilliant, be seated. A short Best Man speech will ensure your speech doesn’t reach a lull at any stage and should have the listeners entertained from beginning to end.
The opening section of a short Best Man speech.
- an icebreaker for a short Best Man speech.
- welcome guests to the wedding.
- mention what a wonderful occasion the day has been.
- praise the families of both the Bride and Groom.
The middle section of a short Best Man speech.
- compliment the Bridesmaids.
- compliment the Bride.
- tell a short funny story about the Groom.
- then compliment him by referring to the qualities that make him a great friend..
The closing section of a short Best Man speech.
- tell a short story that showcases why the Bride and Groom are made for each other.
- read any faxes or emails that have arrived, include a fake funny one of your own.
- provide your own humorous advice on marriage to the newlyweds.
- finally offer an uplifting Best Man toast in honor of the Bride and Groom.
When it is broken down like that the Best Man speech is not as daunting as many people believe it to be so don’t let nerves get the better of you. You should also include a short Best Man joke here and there but as ever make sure these jokes along with your funny stories are suitable for all, given that there is sure to be children at the wedding.
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