Crafting Heartfelt Wedding Notes: A Guide To Writing Touching Words

Writing a wedding card message can be difficult, but when it comes down to it, it's your opportunity to get a bit sentimental and put words to your feelings. The card should reflect what the couple means to you. Since a wedding is such a watershed moment in someone's life, every wedding card should cover all three tenses: past, present and future.

If you've been invited to a fancy wedding or if you've selected an elegant wedding congratulations card that's timeless and romantic, a formal wedding message is always appropriate. These wedding wishes will bring a touch of sophistication, no matter the attire.

If writing formal wedding wishes just isn't your style or the setting is a bit less traditional, you can choose to send more casual marriage wishes to the newly married couple. If you want to just be yourself or keep it short and sweet, these wedding card sayings will do the trick.

A funny card could be the way to go if you're writing a wedding message to a friend or perhaps a brother or sister with whom you share a close, joke-filled relationship. If you don't know the newlyweds very well, then it's best to steer clear of sarcasm in favour of a more elegant wedding greeting card.

Formal Wishes

A formal wedding card is a great way to express your happiness for the happy couple. If you're attending a fancy wedding, opt for a formal wedding message to express your timeless, traditional, and romantic wishes for the newlyweds. Here are some ideas for formal wedding wishes:

• “Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.”
• "May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy."
• "Best wishes on this wonderful journey as you build your new lives together."
• "Thank you for letting us share in this joyful day. We wish you all the best as you embark on this wonderful union."
• "Wishing you joy, love, and happiness on your wedding day as you begin your new life together."
• "May the love and happiness you feel today shine through the years."
• "May your love grow stronger with each passing year."
• "Here's to a lifetime full of happiness and love."
• "Wishing you well as you embark on this next chapter of life. Cheers!"
• "May today mark the first day of the rest of your life, filled with love and fellowship."
• "Here's to a long, happy life with the one you love. Wishing you the best."
• "May your marriage be filled with trust, respect, and love, and above all else, abundant joy."
• "As you step into a new life as a new couple, you become a treasure to our community and the world."
• "Let love be the focal point of your daily life. May you find hope, peace, and faith in each other's arms."
• "May God bless you and your union."
• "May God grant you all of life's blessings and love's joys."
• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud."

Casual Wishes

Casual wedding wishes are perfect when you want your message to be short, sweet, and relaxed. Here are some examples of casual wedding wishes that are suitable for a wedding card:

• "We're/I'm so happy for you!"
• "Wishing you lots of love and happiness."
• "Wishing you a long and happy marriage."
• "Wishing you the best today and always."
• "So happy to celebrate this day with you both!"
• "Best wishes for a fun-filled future together."
• "Wishing you fulfillment of every dream!"
• "Time flies and things change, but I wish that your love for each other would stay unchangeable."
• "You've made me believe in true love. And I hope my belief will be unwavering forever, because it seems like you'll stay together until the end."
• "Here's to a long and happy marriage!"
• "I'm seeing a fun-filled life in your future. Congratulations!"
• "So honoured to spend this happy occasion with you and your family."
• "Wishing you the best today and beyond."
• "Start your next chapter in style—with this little something!" (Attached to a gift.)
• "May your love continue to grow with every kiss."
• "Today is just the beginning of the fun! Looking forward to celebrating this season with you."
• "Congratulations! (Pinky promise it's appropriate.)"
• "Here's to a long and happy marriage!"
• "Wishing you all of the love and happiness!"
• "We're so happy for you!"
• "I'm so happy to call you both my friends. Congratulations!"
• "May you bring each other as much happiness as your friendship has brought to my life—and more!"
• "Here's to love and friendship!"
• "So honoured to witness your special day. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of it."
• "Wishing you the best—today and always."
• "So happy to celebrate this special day with you both! Congrats!"
• "Let the adventure begin!"
• "We/I wish for married life to bring all that you hoped for and more."
• "Warmest wishes for a fun-filled future together."
• "Wishing you a wonderful life together."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day! Our marriage advice to you: Remember, no matter how hard it gets, the first 50 years of marriage are always the hardest."
• "Thanks for the free booze. Oh, and congratulations on your marriage!"
• "Woohoo, you got hitched! Wishing you a lifetime of Netflix and chill together."
• "Congratulations! It's so great to see two equally amazing people find their perfect match. Wishing you all the love and happiness on your special day."
• "Congratulations guys, it's official – you're stuck with each other now!"
• "Congrats guys, you did it! You found the one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your lives!"
• "Congratulations guys! Now it's time to knock back the champagne and pretend like this hasn't been the most stressful day of your entire lives."
• "Congratulations, you two. Everyone can see that you guys are perfect together. Our marriage advice: date nights, and lots of them!"
• "Congratulations on your wedding day! From the moment you two met, I knew it was a match made in heaven. I'll never forget the time [insert brief personal anecdote or memory]."

Remember to include a heartfelt thank you to the couple and sign off with a warm closing.

Funny Wishes

Funny Wedding Wishes

Writing a funny wedding wish can be a great way to add a playful and lighthearted element to the celebration, offering moments of laughter and amusement. Here are some ideas to get you started:

For the Couple:

• "Congratulations! May your marriage be like your wedding cake: full of sweetness and layers of laughter."
• "May your house be filled with love, laughter, and enough takeout boxes to last a lifetime. (Because even happily ever after gets messy sometimes.)"
• "Marriage is like a good pair of jeans: comfortable, reliable, and gets better with age. Here’s to many years of comfortable love!"
• "Congratulations! May your love story be longer than the speeches at this reception."
• "They say 'opposites attract.' Well, if that’s true, prepare for a hilariously chaotic and endlessly entertaining marriage!"
• "Here’s to a marriage that’s just as fun as the free bar at your wedding! (Just kidding… kind of.)"
• "Congratulations on finding your Player Two! May your lives be filled with epic adventures, hilarious inside jokes, and countless 'game overs' (because you’ll never want the game to end)!"
• "Marriage is like a box of chocolates: you never know what you’re gonna get, but hopefully, it’s mostly caramels and truffles, with the occasional peanut butter cup to keep things interesting."
• "Congratulations on finding your lobster! May your love story be sweeter than any piece of cake at this wedding."
• "Marriage is like pizza: even when it’s cold, it’s still pretty good. Here’s to a love that’s always delicious, no matter what life throws your way."
• "Congratulations! May your love story have more plot twists than a telenovela and less drama than a reality TV show."
• "Wishing you a marriage that’s as strong as your wifi connection and as reliable as your favorite pair of pajamas."
• "Congratulations on officially becoming an accomplice in crime! May your partnership be filled with laughter, love, and the ability to get away with anything...together."
• "Marriage is like a good pair of shoes: comfortable, supportive, and gets better the more you wear them in. Here’s to many happy miles together!"
• "Congratulations on finding your happily ever after! May your love story be longer than this speech and infinitely more interesting."
• "Remember, marriage is a team sport. So, choose your battles wisely, celebrate each other’s victories, and always remember, you’re on the same side."
• "Congratulations on finding your perfect puzzle piece! May your life together be filled with laughter, love, and the occasional struggle to fit all the pieces together."
• "Marriage is like a good book: full of unexpected twists, heartwarming chapters, and hopefully, a happily ever after you can write together."
• "They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but your love story deserves a whole library. May your life together be filled with countless chapters of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories."
• "Congratulations on finding your co-pilot for life’s adventures! May your journey together be filled with laughter, shared snacks on road trips, and the occasional 'are we lost?' moments (but always finding your way back to each other)."

For the Bride:

• "Cheers to getting married to your best friend and the person who will never forget where you put your phone."
• "Cheers to a future devoid of hate, joy, and having to take out the trash ever again."
• "Congratulations on meeting someone who will embrace your crazy and go on adventures with you."
• "May your marriage be filled with happiness, humor, and incessant Netflix binges."
• "Best wishes! May your love last a lifetime and be just as enjoyable as your bachelorette party and wedding pictures."

For the Groom:

• "Best wishes on your nuptials! Recall that finding that one person you want to irritate for the rest of your life is the main goal of marriage. Savor the experience of nonstop humor!"
• "Happy to hear that someone finds your snoring endearing!"
• "Cheers to a lifetime of love and a companion who can always remind you where your keys are."
• "I'm wishing you a happy, funny, and pretend-listening spouse for your sports-related tirades."
• "I'm wishing for you a marriage that is as dependable and strong as your delivery of pizza. I hope that every day, your love arrives hot and fresh!"

Religious Wishes

Religious wedding wishes are a great way to share your happiness and excitement for the happy couple on their special day. Here are some ideas for religious wedding wishes, with a focus on Christianity:

"May God bless you and your union."

"Sending prayers for a lifetime of happiness together."

"Praying for a blessed union."

"May God grant you a lifetime of love."

"May God bless the two of you on your journey."

"May God's love be with you and guide you."

"May God bless your union."

"May God's love be the glue that holds your marriage together."

"May the One who brought you together bless your marriage, enrich your lives, and deepen your love throughout the years."

"Love God first, and it will be easier to love your spouse second. Your marriage will be strong because you are strong in your faith."

"Place God first for a strong marriage."

"May you enjoy a life filled with love and happiness through Christ."

"Happiness is found in loving God and sharing in the joy of His promises."

"The keys to marital happiness are delivered through faith, hope, and love as revealed by the Gospel."

"When we give all glory to God, we are bestowed with great happiness."

"The couple that worships together finds life filled with grace and happiness."

"It is through Christ that all things are possible."

"Belief in God bestows a great belief in your marriage."

"Life with Christ guiding your marriage ensures a successful union."

"It is through the love of God that we learn how to love each other."

"Strength comes through faith in God's desire for our success."

"Congratulations and may God bless your lives with endless joyous memories."

"Your loyalty and devotion to one another through the vows you have taken will lead to a life of love and togetherness. Congratulations on a happy marriage."

"And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." Corinthians 13:13

"Love is patient, love is kind... Love never fails." 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

"Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

"God smiled upon the two of you when He brought you together. He smiles upon you now on such a joyous day, starting the rest of your lives together. May you be blessed always and have a long and happy marriage."

"God's love holds the promise of happiness to all who follow His laws."

"When we believe in Christ, all doors are open, and happiness follows."

"When a couple places God as the ruler of their marriage, they enjoy a prosperous life together."

"Through Christ, all doors are opened for us."

"Follow the holy Quran and walk with Allah as you walk with one another."

"May Allah give you many years of happiness, love, and security."

"May God grant you all of life's blessings and love's joys."

"Love God first and it will be easier to love your spouse second. Your marriage will be strong because you are strong in your faith."

Wishes for Friends

When writing a wedding card for a friend, you can be as general or personal as you like. Here are some ideas for wedding wishes for friends:

• "I'm so happy to call you both my friends. Congratulations!"
• "Of all the big life events we've celebrated over the years, today tops the list. Congrats!"
• "Thank you for inviting me to share this day with you and your family. Best wishes."
• "We're so thrilled to celebrate this wonderful day with you both."
• "Best wishes for a long and happy life together."
• "May you bring each other as much happiness as your friendship has brought to my life—and more!"
• "We've had so many laughs together! May you always make each other find humour and happiness in the little things."
• "Here's to love and friendship!"
• "Congratulations to a wonderful friend and [his/her/their] new [husband/wife/spouse]."
• "Watching you take this step together fills me with pride. Congratulations!"

You can also add a personal touch by including an inside joke or reflecting on a special memory you have with them.

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