Do I have to make a wedding toast?

Nothing’s worse than the microphone being handed off to a groomsmen who is terrified of public speaking and can’t remember the bride’s name in a moment of pure panic; equally awkward is when the wedding emcee opens up the floor to “anyone who’d like to say a word” and suddenly the sounds of crickets pervades. Basically, if you’re the father-of-the-bride, groom or best man, you’re pretty much on the hook to make a wedding toast or speech, so go forth and practice. Other close friends and family members are typically invited to speak as well, whether this is planned out ahead of time (this is what the guys at Groom Groove recommend) or impromptu on the Big Day. The wedding emcee and the marrying couple should have a meeting of the minds to discuss exactly how this will go. If you’re a guest at the wedding and a close friend or family, and you’d like to make a toast, feel free to contact the groom or bride and confirm that this is a-ok.