6. The Speech
At a wedding celebration, there are many speeches and each one of them says something different. The best man and maid of honor will usually be invited to say a little something about the couple, from their characters and personalities to watching them grow as a couple. The couple themselves would also be invited to make a short speech, usually encompassing their gratitude to their family and friends for always supporting them and for joining in the celebration of their union.
Your guests might look forward to these speeches but there’s no need to make your speech an hour-long lecture. The best speeches are often short and sweet, shares brief insight of the couple’s history and relationship, and are filled with humour. So tailor your speeches to be three or five minutes long.
You don’t have to be from a particular culture or race to incorporate their wedding traditions into your big day. Likewise, it is not necessary to include all the traditions from your culture or race if you don’t want to. However, before you make any decisions to exclude or include any tradition, it’s best to discuss with your elders and groom to avoid any conflict or displeasure.