Toast of the groom at the wedding: a heartfelt speech for the other half

When the official part of the wedding is over, everyone present gathers at the table and begins to make toasts and wishes to the newlyweds. At the height of the congratulatory part, the newlyweds give a speech to their parents and invited guests. Most often, the young wife speaks for both, but the groom should not relax. In the event that you have to give a speech, the groom should prepare in advance.

Speech should not just be beautiful, but come from the soul and heart. If you borrow florid and thoughtful speech, memorize it and read it out loud, you will not make an impression. Write it yourself, add a bit of humor and irony, say words of gratitude and sincere respect to your loved ones. Then you will make a splash, even if you forget a couple of phrases or mix up the words.

Don't talk too long, your guests will get bored. The meaning can be put into several phrases, the main thing is that you put meaning and feelings into them. To avoid getting confused at a crucial moment, rehearse in front of a mirror. Watch your gestures and diction, note how long your speech lasts. If it lasts more than 4-5 minutes, cut it short without regret.

Wishes of the groom for the bride

A wedding toast to the groom is a pre-prepared congratulatory speech addressed to the bride, groom or other relatives. Recently, the so-called response speeches of the bride and groom have become especially popular.

Previously, they were given very few words at the event itself. A witness and a female witness took part in the competition instead. And the bride and groom just sat like silent spectators who came to watch the entertainment.

Now the situation has changed radically. From now on, the bride and groom are full-fledged parts of the wedding celebration. And every guest is waiting for warm and kind words to be heard from the newlyweds .

The groom madly loves and appreciates his wife, which is why he made such a serious decision about marriage. A woman would be very pleased to hear words of love addressed to her at the celebration itself.

In European tradition, there is a custom when the bride and groom make vows to each other before official registration.

Groom's toast to the bride at a wedding.

In Russia, this tradition has been slightly distorted; the bride and groom make congratulatory toasts after registration, during a gala dinner or banquet.

1. My dear Olga, I am very glad that once on my life’s path I met you. Our acquaintance was symbolic; we met when the lilacs were blooming. Since then, I began to adore spring, lilacs and, of course, you. I will try to make sure that flowers always smell fragrant around us, and that there are as few rainy days as possible in our lives. I can protect you from all adversity and warm you in difficult times. Olga, thank you for becoming my wife. (After these words, the man brings a large bouquet of lilacs into the hall and hands them to the bride).
2. Tatiana, dear Tatiana. For me you are like a song, like a falcon in the sky. Now I want your worries to become mine. So don’t worry, I’m always there for you, I love and care about you. May you and your parents have peace of mind from now on. Our life will shine with bright colors. I promise you this. All you have to do is love me back. Then everything in our life will be wonderful.
3. One day, three winds met in one place. The southern one blew out and brought beauty, passion and ardor of nature. Then the north wind blew hard, bringing with it intelligence, calculation and prudence. And the last to blow was the east wind, which gave thrift and hard work. Thanks to all the winds, a beautiful girl was born, who today became my wife. Thank you for being you.

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Basic Rules

The words that the groom will pronounce should sound sincere. You should not say pompous words, because most of the words spoken will be missed by the listeners. The groom's toast should come from his heart. It’s better to have a few simple, unpretentious sentences, but let them sound soulful, sincere and heartfelt. The text should not be succinct. Just three to four minutes, and the guests will not have time to get bored, and the groom will say “thank you” to all the people present.

The prepared speech should be read several times in advance in front of a family member or a mirror to work on facial expressions and timing. Before you start speaking, draw the attention of the guests present in the room. The groom needs to remember that now he is a married man and now instead of “I” it will be correct to say “We”, “Our family”, “On our behalf”.

If the groom is worried and worried that he might forget the prepared toast, he should write a summary on a small piece of paper and look at it periodically. You can start your speech with several shared stories that those present did not know about, but they will be interested in hearing them. Don’t tell the story by looking around at all the invited guests - find a point and look at it.

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The beginning of the toast should immediately attract the attention of guests and not let them go throughout the text. To serious stories from life, you can safely add a few funny incidents so that the audience does not get bored. The toast should end with judgments about future family life.

It is advisable not to abuse strong drinks until the end of the toast. Otherwise, the performance will look ridiculous, crumpled, meaningless, because in a state of alcoholic intoxication the opportunity to convey your thoughts to the guests present is lost.

Beautiful words from the bride to the groom

A young wife is always tender and caring.

She always has something to say to her husband.

Why not express your feelings in front of the rest of the guests.

1. There is a famous joke that describes who this young man is. This is someone who gets out of bed only to rest. In this regard, I would like to note that our groom is a real young man. For which I congratulate him. Stay as young, strong and brave as you are.
2. I am very glad that a real man has appeared in my life. Do you know who this is? This is the man who always remembers when his woman's birthday is, but never knows how old she is. Honey, you are my real man.
3. I met my husband two years ago. He was persistent. Thanks to this, our feelings were born. However, my husband did not know one thing at that time, what I will tell him about today. Dear husband, you were persistent, and that’s what I wanted. That is why today we sit here at this table and rejoice in our marriage.

Wishes of the groom for his parents at the wedding

Parents are the main people at the celebration. Thanks to them, the groom was born and became a full-fledged, independent person.

The groom's task is to say a few kind words to his parents.

1. Mom and Dad, thank you for everything you have done in my life. Thanks to my father, I became an economic, rational man. Thanks to you, mom, I know what tenderness, love and affection are. You are completely different, but by combining your qualities together you were able to educate me. I would really like my family to be like yours. I will try and follow your example.
2. Adam said that he was happy because he did not have a mother-in-law. I want to refute this idea. Today I have a mother-in-law. And she is not the hero of jokes. She is a great woman, a kind mother and a smart housewife. I would like my wife to be like her mother. I hope that after a certain number of years, it will remain as beautiful and blooming.
3. My parents have been living together for 30 years. On their way they encountered various life situations, from which they emerged with dignity. One day a man was asked if he had ever thought about divorce. He replied that no, only about murder. I would like to wish you, dear mom and dad, to live together for as many more years and not think about any murder or divorce. Be happy, and we will help you with this.

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Examples of congratulations in your own words

• Dear newlyweds! We would like to wish you an easy voyage in life, may your ship of love bypass all the underwater reefs of problems and disappointments. We wish you that your journey will be without storms and that a fair wind will always accompany you. Let the flag of your love fly proudly on the mast, and let the waves of happiness, love and understanding wash over you again and again. Happy new journey!

• Dear bride! Your beauty blinds everyone today. You are a princess, you are the queen of this ball! May your eyes shine with happiness for many years, may the groom carry you in his arms like the most valuable treasure. Be each other's support and truest friends. All the best to your new family!

• Dear children! Today your young family was born. Like a newborn, she needs care, protection and patience. Her first steps will be hesitant, but soon she will grow stronger and run across the ground firmly and laughing, so you should walk together along this new beautiful path together. Fewer tears for you, more smiles. Appreciate and respect each other. Happy birth of a new family!

• Beloved sister! You are a wonderful treasure that this wonderful young man has found. I want him to take care of you, care for you and cherish you all your life. You are the most beautiful couple, and I hope you will become the happiest. Let children's laughter soon begin to delight your home. Happy wedding!

Bride's toasts for mom and dad

The bride experiences leaving her father's house much more difficult than the groom. Both father and mother are worried. Girls should say special words dedicated to their father .

Often it is he who worries the most, although he tries not to show it.

1. Dear guests, I would like to confess. All my life I lived and searched for a man like my father. It was you who became for me the standard of masculinity, thriftiness, rationality and the ideal of a real man. Even as a child, I answered everyone that I would marry my father. Thank you, dad, for putting the right things in me. You are truly the perfect man. And thanks to my husband’s father, who was able and managed to raise such an excellent young man. Now I am happy that I have found such a person behind whom I will be like behind a stone wall.
2. Mom, you didn’t sleep at night when I was very little and went through a lot because of me. When I was a teenager, I really got on your nerves. Now I want to tell you words of gratitude for the upbringing and education that you gave me. If it weren't for you, there wouldn't be me. I am your second heart. Thank you mom for everything you have done and are doing for me and for me.

Photo session: how to prepare and what to take with you

When the preparations have come to an end, the first portrait shots are taken, most of the couples go on a photo walk. And it’s worth preparing for it in advance, so as not to forget anything and not fuss in your wedding dress. We have compiled a list of what you will need for a relaxing walk:

• • Spare shoes for yourself and your partner
• • In case of bad weather: umbrellas, raincoats, rubber boots/other accessories (preferably matched to the style of the outfit)
• • Warm clothes: capes, sweaters, jackets or coats (depending on the time of year and weather)
• • Snack
• • Water for yourself and the photographer/videographer
• • Hot or cold drinks (depending on the weather)
• • Bride's handbag with all contents
• • Small props for the photo shoot, if needed

When planning your wedding walk, be sure to consult with a photographer! He will tell you when it is best to arrange it, taking into account the daylight hours, how long it will take and where to spend it. If you are planning a walk in a decorated area, then be sure to pay attention to the following questions:

1. • Do I need to obtain permission to film in the location you choose?
2. • Is it possible to place decor in the selected area, and if so, do I need to obtain permission for this?
3. • Will the decorators have enough time to complete the decorations before you arrive?
4. • Do you have a plan B in case of rain if the decorated area is located outdoors?
5. • If you are shy of passers-by, is the place too busy?

We advise you to choose a place for a walk that suits the mood and character of the couple: it can be calm, secluded parks, or noisy streets or your hometown. The main thing is to feel comfortable there.

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