My friend is getting married in less than a month and I am the best man. I haven't started anything yet.
What do I need to do? Anyone have any tips or writing the speech? Do I have to plan the bachelor party? Anyone have any tips on that? Is there anything else I need to do?
thanks!
2006-07-13 05:31:36 · 10 answers · asked by gravvyboat 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Believe it or not there is actually a website for this ( I just checked) here is the link--
www.thebestmanspeech.com
Hope it helps.
2006-07-13 05:36:06 · answer #1 · answered by dlgrl=me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bestman is there for support to the groom. In most occasions you do plan the bachelor party. You know the man do something that he would enjoy doing with the guys. For the speach just think about the good times that you have had with the groom and bride and talk about them and wish them a long and happy marriage. You will also be told some things to do during rehersal.
2006-07-13 05:39:18 · answer #2 · answered by afvet3471 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a groomsman you....
Plan the bachelor party.
Attend the rehearsal dinner
Walk down the aisle with a member of the bridal party
Wear a butonnier and sometimes, store the rings
Smile pretty
Give a speech during the reception
And of course, assiste the groom on anything that he needs, you might suggest to go golfing the morning of the wedding to ease off pre-wedding jitters.
Good luck
2006-07-13 05:44:27 · answer #3 · answered by Blunt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are in charge of making sure the license is complete, the rings are secure and the men are properly dressed and in place on time.
You are to take charge of any situation that might arise and delegate authority to the appropriate party. Know who the maid of honor is and consult with her as necessary.
Yes, you need to coordinate the bachelor party if the groom wants one, that is between you and the groomsmen.
The speech should be from the heart and not too embarrassing.
2006-07-13 06:45:35 · answer #4 · answered by logical_centrist 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do plan the bachelor party along with the other groomsmen. You have to hold the bride's wedding band during the ceremony until it is needed. And you have to give a toast at the wedding. It's pretty simple.
2006-07-13 07:51:46 · answer #5 · answered by SweetPea 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you do bachelor party-keep it cool so his wife doesn't gerp-out. And for the speech just reminice about when you knew eachother way bak when, what the couple was like when they were dating, and wishing them happiness beyond belief...
also heres a link to some suggestions:
http://www.infostuff.com/weddings/duties_bestman.htm
2006-07-13 05:37:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was the best man a couple of times myself. Fortunately I never had to plan any sort of party because I suck at that, but the best advice is give your friend GOOD advice and keep him calm. He's going to be nervous as hell and will need a good friend to calm him down. And whatever you do, DON'T SLEEP WITH HIS FIANCE!!!!!! Cheers!
2006-07-13 05:40:39 · answer #7 · answered by Melarro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will be told what to do at the rehearsal, usually you just stand there and look pretty.
2006-07-13 05:35:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just relax nd wait huh
2006-07-13 05:42:10 · answer #9 · answered by Joe KMD 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give these a shot.
http://www.ultimatewedding.com/articles/get.php?action=getarticle&articleid=63
http://www.ourmarriage.com/html/responsibilities_of_the_best_m.html
http://www.theperfectwedding.ca/Rbestman.htm
http://www.bestweddingsites.com/Articles/Article_Apr03.html
2006-07-13 05:47:44 · answer #10 · answered by weddrev 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋