When the groom's best friend happens to be a woman
Example speeches for when the groom's best friend is a woman. Unique, heartfelt, and authentic.
A best woman is the groom's closest female friend standing in the best man's shoes — and the speech does everything a best man's does: how you know him, a story or two that shows his character, an affectionate bit of teasing, a warm welcome to his partner, and the toast. Own the fact that you are the best person for the job, whatever the tradition. Aim for four to six minutes.
The examples below show the range — funny, heartfelt, and authentic. Pick the tone that fits and make it yours, or start yours in minutes.
Good evening, everyone. For those of you who don't know me, I'm [Your name], and I have the slightly unconventional honour of being [Groom's name]'s best woman. Yes, a woman. I know...
Hello, everyone. My name is [Your name], and I have the privilege of standing here today as [Groom's name]'s best woman. I know that might raise a few eyebrows, but if you know us...
Hi everyone. I'm [Your name], and when [Groom's name] asked me to be his best woman, I'll be honest, my first thought was, "Do I have to plan a stag do?" Thankfully, his brother...
A best woman is the groom's closest female friend or relative taking the best man's role — including the duties and the speech. Same job, no rulebook that says it has to be a man.
Explain how you know the groom, tell a story or two that captures him, add some affectionate teasing, welcome his partner warmly, and raise a toast. Balance the roast with real warmth.
Four to six minutes, like a best man speech — around 600 to 900 words. See speech length by role.
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