These would normally take place at the end of the meal and would accompany the cutting and distribution of the wedding cake.

The following is the usual order of proceedings:

1
 The Bride and Bridegroom cut the cake.
 
2
 Toast to 'The Bride and Bridegroom". This is normally proposed by the Bride's father or a close relative or friend of the family.
 
3
 Toast to 'The Bridesmaids'. This is always proposed by the Bridegroom following his response to the first toast.
 
4
 The best man would respond to the bridegroom's speech on behalf of the bridesmaids. He would also read the telegrams to the guests.

 
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