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A seasonal touch

Fall Wedding Toasts

Toasts bring people together. At a fall wedding, the season gives you warm images to work with: changing leaves, harvest and cozy gatherings.

Six examples and 15 tips.

Fall Wedding Toasts

Six fall toast examples

Use as written or adapt.

1Father of the bride

Toast: To my dear daughter and her new husband, I raise a glass to the love that has brought you together today and to the many adventures that lie ahead. May your bond be as strong as the love you've shown me over the years.

2Best man

Toast: To the groom, my friend and brother. I've seen you at your best, and at your worst, but today you shine brighter than ever. May your marriage be filled with laughter, love, and the knowledge that you're in this together.

3Maid of honor

Toast: To the beautiful bride, I'm honored to stand by your side today. May your love be the foundation on which you build your life together, and may you always find joy in each other's company.

4Romantic and sentimental

Toast: Just as the leaves change colors and the trees stand tall, your love has grown stronger with each passing day. May your journey together be filled with the warmth of autumn and the promise of new beginnings.

5Humorous

Toast: Marriage is like a fall foliage tour. It's beautiful, it's a little unpredictable, and sometimes you get a little messy. But with love like yours, the journey is always worth it.

6Short and sweet

Toast: To (Name) and (Name): may your love continue to grow as beautifully as the autumn leaves. Cheers to a harvest of happiness together!

15 things to know when giving a toast

1Keep it short

Three to four minutes at most.

2Prepare

Write it and rehearse it well before the day.

3Introduce yourself

Explain your connection to the couple.

4Be personal

Share heartfelt, specific stories.

5Include both partners

Acknowledge them both.

6Stay uplifting

Keep the tone celebratory.

7Use humor with care

Make it inclusive and kind.

8Keep it family-friendly

Appropriate for every age in the room.

9Practice aloud

For a smooth delivery.

10Make eye contact

With the couple and the guests.

11Speak clearly

So everyone can hear.

12Don't rush

Keep a steady pace.

13Go easy on drinks

Before you speak.

14Be sincere

Authenticity beats polish.

15End by raising your glass

Invite everyone to join you.

Holding a glass

Traditionally, hold a stemmed glass by the stem. It keeps the bowl cool and avoids fingerprints.

A little seasonal imagery goes a long way. Keep the heart of the toast about the couple.

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Wedding Toast Starter Kit printable PDF with fanned sample pages

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Wedding Toast Starter Kit

Fill-in-the-blank toasts for the best man, maid of honor, parents, family and the couple, plus a five-part plan, a finished sample, short toasts, wishes to end with and a toast-day checklist. 17 printable pages.

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