Since a father daughter relationship is based on profound and significant memories, a father of the bride speech is an event much looked forward to. The father shoulders wedding responsibilities of the daughter such as ensuring that his daughter makes it to the wedding on time, aisle walking with her and then handing her over to his future son in law. A perfect speech would include expressions and emotions with a sprinkle of humor in it to liven up the atmosphere. Three simple steps will guarantee that you have a killer father of speech composed for the grand occasion.



However you should remember a few points when writing and delivering your speech. Write in a flowing, elegant style and memorize your speech well. It should comprise of three parts: beginning, body and ending. Practice in front of a mirror if you are experiencing spells of nervousness. It is advisable to practice in front of people to boost your confidence. This will also allow you to have your mistakes exhibited beforehand. When delivering your speech make eye contact with the guests and especially your daughter and son in law. This makes them feel special and more attentive to your speech.

Beginning: An introduction of yourself and then an acknowledgement of all the guests will be the first step. Thank all your guests for coming to the ceremony, and then inject a little humor in the speech by dwelling on the countless hectic and wild moments which you experienced during the planning and accomplishment of the wedding. Stress on using heartfelt and simple words rather than quoting phrases from a book.

Body: To enhance your body of the speech, talk about your daughter and her accomplishments. Dwell on her childhood and funny incidents and her importance in the family. Talk about her contributions, and pay compliments to her beauty. Then keeping a lighthearted tone, applaud her choice of a husband. Speaking of your son in law will comfort and gladden your daughter that you have taken pains to know more about him. Admit to everyone freely how proud you are of your daughter and her husband. Since a wedding ceremony is the most poignant moment of your daughter's life, make sure that she enjoys and appreciates your speech. You can also include in your speech as to how you see her in the role of a loving wife and mother in her days to come.

Closing: Your ending lines can reflect on a little advice to the newlyweds and to honor their vows well. Most fathers get stuck up as to how to end their speech in a most appropriate and elegant manner. The most simple and graceful way out is to present the newlyweds to the guests and raise a toast for their happiness and long life. Your toast will be backed up by applause and cheering from the audience and this will be a cue to make your bow and with style hand over the stage to the shining couple of the evening.