Witness toast at a wedding: wishes to the newlyweds

The role of a witness at a wedding is one of the most honorable. A large number of responsibilities fall on his shoulders. First of all, it is helping the bride and groom in any situation. Witnesses adjust their dress, hairstyle and makeup. The witnesses keep the wedding rings and participate in the bride price.

Among other things, the witnesses also need to make a congratulatory speech. Their words are among the first to be heard. Friends don’t just say beautiful words, they support the couple and try to wish the maximum number of positive moments.

Congratulations to the newlyweds from a witness

The role of witness is often played by one of the closest people on the groom’s side. This could be a relative or friend. If you are chosen as a witness, it means you are trusted and respected.

You need to prepare in advance the speech you will give at the wedding celebration. It shouldn't be too long. The speech time limit does not exceed 3 minutes.

Otherwise, everyone will simply get bored of listening to your monologue.

Dear newlyweds. Today, a large number of wishes and congratulations are addressed to you; a huge number of gifts lie in front of you. It would seem that everything has already been given and said, but no. I want to give you glasses of love (the witness takes out two painted iron mugs). I would like to wish you the same strong and lasting family life. May your relationship only grow stronger over the years. Please note that the glasses will never break. So may your love be eternal.
Olga and Artem, on this day you have already heard the words bitterly. And I want to say it in a new way, let’s say “Sweet.” May your love be sweet, always have a honeymoon. May sweet feelings surround your entire family. Only sweet and interesting events happen in life.
Newly married couple and all the guests, let's pour some wine into our glasses and raise them higher. Pay attention to your drink. The wine is beautiful, sparkling, bitter and sweet at the same time. So is our life. It can be completely different. It is often imbued with interesting and varied colors and sensations. I would really like to wish your life and love to unfold over the years. Let life only become better and more expensive, like good wine.

This is interesting: How not to make a mistake and choose the right wise congratulations for your wedding?

To be on top!

Out of respect for the guests, one must remember that brevity is the sister of talent.
to think through the congratulation-toast in detail , and if the need arises, then rehearse it.
Be careful with poems! You can choose other people’s poems, but they must be of high quality and literate . If you have inspiration, write it yourself. Or remake lines from famous poets, or maybe a song. The whole wedding party will appreciate such an impulse. Are you at a loss? Order poetry from a professional. It costs money, but at least you won't be ashamed of bad rhymes.

A toast in prose can also look impressive. In your own words, this does not mean simple. A toast in which every word is in its place sounds good.
Try not to repeat what has already been said before you. Bring a new twist to your wedding celebration with your performance.
It’s good if you, as a friend, tell something touching or funny about the bride, remember how you studied together, went hiking, and danced .
Thank your parents for raising a good friend for you, and a beautiful bride for the groom.
Contact your groom, because today you are marrying off your best friend and you are not indifferent to how the family life of the newly-made couple will turn out.
If the toast requires any additional preparations or special effects, take the toastmaster as an accomplice, let him include your congratulations in his script.

Wedding toast from a witness

The bride independently chooses who will become her confidant and assistant at the special event. Most often the choice falls on childhood friends or sisters.

When making your choice, choose the person with whom you will be most comfortable, who can really help and, in case of awkward situations, correct the problem.

In addition to helping the bride, the witness makes a solemn speech.

Dear newlyweds. I am glad that I was lucky enough to witness the main family celebration this year. On this day you became a real family and a full-fledged unit of society. A long and interesting road awaits you ahead. As everyone knows, there are different paths. I would like to wish your road to be smooth, sunny, full of pleasant people and events. Let there be fewer bumps, holes and potholes. Be happy.
I would like to say a few words about wealth. Congratulations have already been heard several times. Wealth, as many believe, is a large amount of money. I would like a young family to consider each other and their relationships as their main wealth. Only then will you be able to unite and achieve unprecedented heights in your life.
Weather is a changeable and unpredictable thing. One day it rains, the next the bright sun comes out. Everything can change in exactly one moment. Let there always be sunny weather in your home, which is formed thanks to the rays of goodness and love. And if there is a blizzard or rain outside, then know how to warm each other and support each other in difficult times.

Witness toast to the wedding.

What not to do?

There is no need to test the patience of guests by reading congratulations from a piece of paper for a long time.
There is no need to talk at length about family and marriage, or teach how to live. Coming from the mouth of a young unmarried girl, this sounds inappropriate.
When making a toast, there is no need to be embarrassed, hesitate or stutter.
There is no need for clumsy poems (even if they are your own) with banal rhymes and ridiculous content. For example:

Pour me champagne - wine,

To keep the family strong...

Let's drink together to the young people,

So that they race through life on a couple of bays...

Today you united your beautiful hearts,

So stay with love until the very end!

With such verses you will demonstrate poor taste and your own lack of literacy.

No need for sexual hints and greasy jokes: you are a friend of a chaste bride!
When making a toast, you should not play a role; It is advisable to remain sincere and natural.

Original wishes

If you want to distinguish yourself at a celebration, you need to think over a speech that will not be repeated.

An original toast will surprise guests at the event.

The state of falling in love is a happy time, it is replaced by love and mutual respect. Love is an interesting thing, it should always be supported. This is a fire that, if not properly cared for, can simply go out. The task of the young is to find common interests, start a common business, a child, a family, so that love always burns with a bright fire.
Cupid is a symbol of love, born from a mixture of passion, tenderness and chaos. I would like to wish the spouses to find their Cupid and keep him as long as possible.
Let's raise our glasses to the man who became the main hero of this day. Of course, this is our groom. I would like to tell him one important piece of wisdom. Every evening and morning you need to kiss your wife. Thanks to this, men live longer by as much as 15 years.

Historical reference

Regardless of how the marriage was concluded, people were required who could testify that this event actually took place. If a question arose about the legality of the marriage, witnesses could confirm this fact. That is, in fact, this term can be used to describe any person present at the time of the conclusion of the union, and legally - at least two people who signed the documents. Moreover, initially they were needed both for religious marriages and in government institutions.

In Rus', the equivalent was groomsmen, and in Europe - best men. In addition to simply witnessing, they took part in the accompanying wedding ceremonies. In Orthodoxy, those getting married must have guarantors (receivers) who must take part in the service.

Today, in Russian civil registry offices, their presence is regulated only by the desire of the newlyweds; there is no need to sign the documents. But since the continuity of traditions in our society is quite strong, there is a witness and witness at almost every registration. Only now they are called bridesmaids and groomsmen.

Toast at a wedding from witnesses - original and cool

The most popular and widespread version of a congratulatory speech is funny toasts in prose. They are the easiest to compile.

In addition, thanks to them you can best express your wishes.

Man began to ask nature to make warm nights all year round. Then he will not have to light a fire and burn candles. But nature refused. The man got angry and stopped lighting the fire. In the end he became cold and mad. I would like to wish the young married couple not to forget that they are the masters of their lives. And let them remember to light the fire of their love every evening and night.
The flower and the wind once fell in love with each other. The wind blew on a beautiful rose, and she gave him a fragrant scent for it. The wind blew stronger and stronger each time. One day he blew so hard that the rose broke. The wind decided that the flower simply did not like him. Newlyweds, love each other tenderly and reverently. Only such an attitude can be reciprocated with sincerity and respect.
Doctors say that love heals many diseases. I would like to wish the young couple that warm feelings will be with them throughout their lives, then they will be able to get rid of all ailments.

Signs about witnesses

The choice of dress color is of great importance not only for the bride, but also for the friend, because the color of the dress determines what the life of the newlyweds will be like. It is believed that under no circumstances should a friend wear a black or dark-colored dress to a wedding, as this prophesies misfortune and a quick break in the relationship between the newlyweds.

Signs about witnesses:

It’s a good sign if your girlfriend chooses a golden or pink dress. It is not recommended to wear dresses in white or light colors, as they can blend in with the bride’s dress.
It is believed that if witnesses pin pins to the wedding clothes of the newlyweds, it will bring them good luck and success. Immediately after leaving the house before the wedding, you need to put on a pin, this will help protect the young family from the evil eye and negative energy.
After the wedding ceremony, the bridesmaid takes the towels and glasses, and the best man takes with him the box of wedding rings.
The bride and groom should not touch these boxes after the wedding ceremony. It is necessary for witnesses to pick up the case first. If, after painting, the boyar and his friend take these boxes in their hands, they will soon also become family boxes. Witnesses must take a white thread with them to the wedding. After all, if the rings fall during the wedding ceremony, they must be strung on a white thread.
In this way, negative energy will be removed and everything will end well for the newlyweds. It is believed that if a white thread passes through the rings, it will absorb all negativity and negative energy.

Best man

Touching wishes from a boyfriend or girlfriend

At a wedding, not only funny words are heard , but often words that can sink right into the soul.

In most cases, they move everyone present to tears.

Today, on this significant day, a large number of relatives, friends and loved ones have gathered around the table. Let us remember the words of the philosopher who claims that the more friends you have, the further you are from each of them. Wait, but that’s how many friends are at the table today. Let's try to continue to gather as often as possible and for no reason.
Guys, I'm sorry to report this news, but as a witness, I have to. Our friend was kidnapped and it was done by an angel. Now look, this angel is sitting next to the groom. And we, the groom’s friends, can only be happy for our loved one. Let him be kidnapped, in love and mad with love for as long as possible.
Life is a zebra. Along its length there are different stripes. Sometimes they are white and light, sometimes black and dark. I would like to wish you to always stand firmly holding hands during difficulties. Instead, overcome problems and enjoy the bright spots in life. Save your love and increase it.

Comic scene

You can act out a scene where the bride is handed over from the bridesmaids to the groom. Take the trouble to prepare in advance and colorfully arrange a text with approximately the following content: We, the bridesmaids, convey (tear from our hearts) our beloved (name) to the groom. Inventory according to the act: 90-60-90, smart, beautiful, athlete, knows how to massage and dance, cooks delicious borscht, knows lullabies. The act is signed by all the bride’s friends present at the wedding, led by the witness. You can seal your signatures with “seals” in the form of lipstick kisses. The bride also puts her kiss on the paper. When the groom signs the deed, he is required to determine where the imprint of his beloved’s lips is. If he doesn’t guess correctly, feel free to assign a ransom in the form of various comic tests and tasks. It's no sin to have a drink for a successful transfer!

Gifts for newlyweds

In addition, the duties of witnesses include congratulations and gifts.

As a rule, they are one of the first to make toasts and congratulations, so they need to be given due attention. Of course, you can quite formally give an envelope with money and read a ready-made poem from a postcard - no one will judge

But you can approach this process creatively and, in addition, choose one of the options:

prepare a slideshow of photographs of the bride and groom in advance, accompanied by funny comments;
record a video greeting - you can borrow ideas or come up with something original;
sing a song or read poems of your own composition dedicated to the couple;
arrange a flash mob with other guests;
pranks or surprises.

At the end of the evening, the bride and groom thank the guests and return gifts to people close to them, including witnesses. These can be symbolic souvenirs, comic certificates, invitations to visit, medals.

Standard congratulations in prose

This option is considered classic. It can also be used as toast. When composing such a speech, one should take into account such a factor as the presence of a sense of humor among the newlyweds . The witness must be sure that her jokes used in congratulations will please both the heroes of the occasion and their guests.

Here are several text options from a witness of this type:

First option

Dear “Name of the Bride” and “Name of the Groom”! Today is a very touching and exciting day. The day when you created a strong and reliable union! I, as a witness to this event, want to join the congratulations that have already been heard here today, and with all my heart I wish you to carry your love through all the adversities and difficulties. After all, it’s no secret that you’ll meet a lot of them on any path in life. Love and take care of each other, do not quarrel over trifles and, if possible, give in to each other. Peace, goodness and love to you! Bitterly!

Second option

Just recently, I still remember the day when you first met. I really liked how reverently and tenderly you began to treat each other from the very first days. It was too early to talk about love then; It seemed to me that you were united by mutual sympathy. Today I am a witness at your wedding. I am very glad that a strong and strong feeling arose before my eyes. Keep your love and always be together: in sorrow and in joy. May your whole life be sweet, but for now - bitterly young!

Third option

My friends, how glad I am to attend your wedding, especially as a witness! Today your family was born. I hope that this is not just a word for you, and you understand how important it is to protect and protect each other from all troubles and adversity. Take care of your family, which over time will become at least a couple more little people, take care of each other, show attention and love! I sincerely wish you many happy years together! Bitterly!