Wedding Toasts

I've been asked by several brides recently about toasts. Who should give one? Who goes first?

It is customary for the best man to give the first toast and all others (if any) should follow. It's becoming more and more common for the maid of honor to give a second toast right after the best man. Often times, the father of the bride or both parents will also make a welcome speech if they are hosting the reception. This is perfectly acceptable too.

Make the goal of the toasts to add personal touches to the reception and you will be fine. The final say always goes to the bride and groom!