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Wedding Season Speeches: Plan Early, Speak Calmly

Peak wedding months fill calendars fast. If you're giving a toast, vows or an officiant script this season, starting a few weeks early takes most of the pressure off.

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Start four to six weeks out

That leaves time to gather stories from friends and family, write a draft, revise once and rehearse for a few days without rushing.

Speaking at more than one wedding?

Never reuse a toast. Keep a list of the story you used for each couple so nothing overlaps, and keep the structure fresh even if your style stays the same.

Outdoor and summer details

Wind, sun and live music can swallow your voice. Print notes in a large font, check whether there's a microphone, and keep the speech a little shorter for outdoor receptions.

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