Crafting Congrats: A Guide To Writing Heartfelt Wedding Messages

Writing a wedding card message is a thoughtful way to celebrate a couple's special day and new life together. The message can be formal and timeless, casual and relaxed, funny, or religious.

If you're stuck on what to write, start with a congratulation. Then, tailor your message to the couple and your relationship with them. For example, you could write something personal and inside-jokey to a close friend, or something more general to a distant relative.

Finally, express your gratitude to the couple for letting you share in their day.

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 me share in this joyful day. I 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."
• "Your greatest journey is only just beginning, and I wish you a lifetime of adventures together."
• "I wish for you a life filled with happiness; I wish for you the strength to overcome any obstacles together; I wish for you a love that grows ever stronger each day."
• "You have shared so much love and laughter over your years together, and I know there will be many more joyful moments to come. I wish you all the happiness that you deserve for your married life together."
• "May the love you feel for each other today grow ever stronger and more fulfilling as the years go by."
• "All love stories are special, but yours is one of the most beautiful I’ve had the fortune to witness. I wish you love, laughter, and happiness for all your years ahead."
• "May you look back on today with fond memories of the start of your happy future together."
• "As I enjoy the free bubbly on your wedding day, I’ll raise a toast to two of the nicest people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting."
• "The two of you shine with the love you share for each other. May that light get ever brighter as the years go by."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day. Wishing you a lifetime of love, joy, and happiness."
• "Congratulations on taking this next step together. May your love for each other see you through all of life’s ups and downs."
• "Wishing you both love and joy on your wedding day, and as you begin your new life together."
• "Sending our best wishes as you embark on this new journey together."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day. May today be the beginning of a long and happy life together."
• "Congratulations on your special day. May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy, love, and happiness."
• "Congratulations on your union. Wishing you all the best as you build your life together."
• "Life will bring all sorts of things your way, but it’s better to share them with someone by your side. Wishing you many more joyful moments to come."
• "Congratulations to you both on finding the perfect person to share all your days with."
• "Thank you for letting us share in this joyful day."
• "Thank you for inviting us to join in your union."
• "Thank you for inviting us to celebrate with you and your families on this special day."
• "Thank you for letting us play a small part in your special day."
• "Thank you for inviting me to your wedding. It’s an honor to share in such a beautiful and important celebration with you."

Your final wedding card message might look something like this:

> "Congratulations on your wedding day. May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy, love, and happiness.

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> Thank you for inviting us to celebrate with you and your families on this special day.

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> Best wishes today and always."

Funny Wedding Wishes

Weddings are joyous occasions, filled with love and laughter. If you're looking to add a touch of humour to the special day, here are some funny wedding wishes to get you started:

For the Bride and Groom:

• "Congratulations! May your marriage be like your wedding cake: full of sweetness and layers of laughter."
• "To the happy couple: May you always find socks that match, and the remote when you need it most."
• "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."
• "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 partner-in-crime! May your adventures be epic, your laughter be contagious, and your getaway car always have a full tank."

For the Bride:

• "Best wishes on your nuptials! I hope your love tale is just as glitzy as your Pinterest boards!"
• "Cheers to getting married to your best friend and the person who will never forget where you put your phone."
• "Congratulations on discovering someone who shares your passion for shoes!"
• "I'm wishing you a lifetime of joy, love, and endless shopping excursions."

For the Groom:

• "Congratulations, groom! You're about to start the most expensive subscription of your life: marriage! Enjoy the unlimited love and data charges!"
• "Congratulations, groom! Today, you're gaining a wife and a 24/7 personal comedian. Buckle up for a lifetime of laughter!"
• "Hey groom, congrats! You've found your soulmate, the one who will laugh with you, cry with you, and even tolerate your questionable fashion sense. Don't let this one go!"

General:

• "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 favourite pair of pyjamas."
• "Congratulations on finding your lobster! May your love story be sweeter than any piece of cake at this wedding."
• "Marriage is like a deck of cards. At first, all you see are hearts and diamonds, but eventually, you end up with the clubs and spades. But hey, at least you get to deal with them together!"
• "Congratulations on officially becoming accomplices in crime! May your partnership be filled with laughter, love, and the ability to navigate life’s adventures together."

Religious Wedding Wishes

"God orchestrates the best moments in your life, and He sends His instruments to help you come up with the answers to your questions. He shows you that experiencing the bad and the difficult can open your eyes and guide you to make the best decision. You are at this point in your life because you have overcome your personal challenges. This is exactly where you should be."

"Your season of waiting has been rewarded with the love that you have been praying for. It may have taken quite some time before it was made manifest in your life. This is only because God was also preparing your spouse for when you would finally cross paths. God always has the best timing, and your patience has been rewarded with a beautiful love story."

"As you stand before God and commit your lives together, may God’s promises give you love and guidance. As you open a new chapter in your lives, may the promises you make to one another never be broken. May you always be on the right path, side by side, today and always. God loves you, and He has made a union that will celebrate God’s love and amazingness."

"May God be your guide and counsellor."

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

"Through the power of Christ, may you grow together through faith."

"May God bless your union."

"May you always experience the power of prayer."

"Sending you love and prayers for a happy, God-ruled life together."

"May you always find peace and love in God's word."

"As you start your future together, may you find support in God's holy words."

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

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

"Place God first for a strong marriage."

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

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

"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."

"There is great happiness in placing God above all else."

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

Christian-themed Wedding Wishes

"May God bless you and your union."

"Sending prayers for a lifetime of happiness together."

"Praying for a blessed union."

"Do everything in love. – 1 Corinthians 16:14."

"Blessings to you both on this joyous day."

"May God grant you a lifetime of love."

"Through love, serve one another. – Galatians 5:13."

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

"Rejoice in your love for each other and for the Lord."

"Walk in love as you walk with God."

"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."

Wedding Card Messages for Friends

When writing a wedding card message to a friend, it's important to consider the nature of your relationship and the tone you want to convey. Here are some ideas to help you craft a heartfelt and meaningful message:

Reflect on the Past

Think back on how you met your friend and their partner. Reminisce about the good times you've shared and how their relationship has blossomed. Include a funny or heartfelt memory that holds a special place in your heart. Here are some examples:

> "I remember when you first met! We knew it was a match made in heaven."

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> "I knew the love you had was something special, and I loved being right!"

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> "Your love inspires me—here's to my favourite couple."

Express Joy and Congratulations

Convey your happiness and excitement for your friends' special day. Let them know how thrilled you are to celebrate this milestone with them. Here are some ideas:

> "I'm so happy to call you both my friends. Congratulations!"

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> "Of all the big life events we've celebrated over the years, today tops the list. Congrats!"

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> "So happy to be celebrating this special day with you both!"

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> "Congratulations to a wonderful friend and his/her new husband/wife!"

Wish Them Well

Send positive messages and best wishes for their future together. You can also include words of encouragement or wisdom, especially if you're an older friend or have been married for a while. Here are some examples:

> "May your life together be filled with precious moments."

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> "I look forward to watching you continue to grow as a couple."

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> "Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness."

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> "May your marriage be filled with joy, love, and laughter."

Share an Inside Joke or a Personal Message

If you have a close relationship with the friend, consider including an inside joke or a personal message that only the two of you will understand. This adds a unique and special touch to your wedding card. For example:

> "That fortune teller we saw in Vegas was right. You did meet the man/woman/person of your dreams. Best wishes!"

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> "You've come so far, and your future together is so bright. Happy wedding day!"

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> "We've had so many laughs together! May you always find humour and happiness in the little things."

Remember, the most important thing is to write from the heart. Your friend will surely appreciate the time and effort you put into crafting a meaningful message.

Wedding Wishes for a Family Member

When writing a wedding card for a family member, you can go for a general or a more personalised message—it's completely up to you and the type of message you want to convey. Here are some ideas:

Formal Wedding Wishes

• "Congratulations on your marriage and welcome to the family!"
• "We're so happy to welcome a new family member. Best wishes to you both!"
• "We're so happy [name] has found 'The One'. Welcome to the family!"
• "We're delighted to share this day with you both."
• "May your love story continue with each and every passing year."
• "What a wonderful day for our family and especially you two. May the joy you feel today last a lifetime."
• "Today, we added one more member to our family and we couldn't be happier. Best wishes to you both in this next chapter."
• "What a wonderful addition to our family. We're so happy to share in your celebration. Congratulations!"
• "We couldn't be happier to call you both family. Best wishes for a long and happy future together."
• "We love you both. Thanks for letting us share in your celebration!"

Casual Wedding Wishes

• "Congratulations!"
• "Best wishes for a fun-filled future together."
• "Lots of love today and beyond."
• "Wishing you the best today and always."
• "So honoured to spend this happy occasion with you and your family."
• "It makes us so happy to see the two of you so happy."
• "So happy to be celebrating this special day with you both!"
• "Wishing you all the love and happiness in the world!"
• "We're so happy for you! Here's to a long and happy marriage!"
• "Today is just the beginning of the fun! Looking forward to celebrating this season with you."

Funny Wedding Wishes

• "Being married is like any other job; it helps if you like your boss!"
• "Let the fighting commence! Congratulations, married couple."
• "Well done on finding someone who is going to annoy you for the rest of your life."
• "Congratulations on signing your life away!"
• "Our marriage advice: Love, honour, and… scrub the toilet."
• "Marriage means commitment. So does insanity. You guys must be truly insane or madly in love."
• "I hope you get so many great wedding gifts that you don't realise none are from me."
• "Don't worry. If not with this one, you will get it right with the next one. Cheers!"
• "The secret of a happy marriage remains a secret."

Religious Wedding Wishes

• "May your marriage be blessed!"
• "Wishing you a marriage as strong as your faith."
• "Sending you prayers for unending love and happiness."
• "Love is the greatest blessing."
• "God bless you both on this day with a lifetime of shared love and joy."
• "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." – 1 Corinthians 13:13
• "Love is patient, love is kind… Love never fails." – 1 Corinthians 13:4-13
• "Let all that you do be done in love." – 1 Corinthians 16:14
• "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins."
• "Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart." – Proverbs 3:3

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