One of the parts that maids of honor fear most about their role is delivering a speech at the wedding. Although public speaking can be daunting, this is an opportunity to make it treasurable for the bride. My best advice is not to wing it, even if you think you can pull it off! At the very least, jot down key points that you can refer to throughout your speech so that you stay on topic. Some of the best speeches I've heard throughout my career as a wedding planner have been the most classic, simple and genuine in context. Talk about the love the two share and their best qualities individually and how it makes them the best couple they could be. Speak from your heart, and it will be beautiful! I would recommend leaving out any and all jokes about embarrassing the bride or sharing secrets; it's just awkward and not the right time or place for it. Have a glass or two of champagne if you need to put your nerves to rest but don't down a whole bottle of liquor or shots of tequila pre-speech. You don't want to be that cringe-worthy inebriated speech-giver that everyone is watching in horror!
