Wishes For The Newlyweds: Wedding Card Message Ideas

Writing a wedding card message to your friend, family member, or colleague can be a daunting task. The message you write will depend on your relationship with the couple and the tone you want to convey. Here are some tips and examples to help you get started:

- If you're looking for a formal tone, opt for something timeless and romantic like, Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.

- For a casual approach, go with a short and sweet message such as, Wishing you a long and happy marriage.

- Inject some humour with a funny wedding wish, but be cautious to avoid anything that might be considered offensive or sarcastic. An example is, Congratulations! You're finally getting hitched!

- Include a religious element if it aligns with the couple's beliefs, such as, May God bless you and your union.

- For a friend, share special memories and stories, Of all the special milestones we've celebrated together, today tops them all.

- When addressing a family member, a sentimental message is often appropriate, Welcome to the family, we are so happy for you both.

- If you're writing to a colleague, keep it light and cheerful, Congratulations on your wedding. Here's to many happy years together!

Formal Wedding Wishes

A formal tone is best suited if you don’t have a close relationship with the couple, such as extended family or work colleagues. Formal wedding wishes are usually simple, timeless, and sincere. Here are some examples of formal wedding wishes:

• "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."
• "Congratulations to you both on finding the perfect person to share all your days with."

You can also include some words of appreciation for inviting you to the wedding, such as:

• "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 honour to share in such a beautiful and important celebration."

A formal wedding card can be concluded with a combination of the above wishes and words of appreciation. For example:

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

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

Best wishes today and always."

Casual Wedding Wishes

Short and Sweet

• "Wishing you a long and happy marriage."
• "We're so proud of you both. Congrats!"
• "Here's to a long and happy married life!"
• "Wishing you the best—today and always."
• "So happy to celebrate this special day with you both!"
• "Let the adventure begin!"

Humorous

• "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, you're stuck with each other now!"
• "Congratulations! Now it's time to knock back the champagne and pretend like this hasn't been the most stressful day of your entire lives."
• "We can't wait to watch you two turn into the cutest little old married couple there ever was."

Heartfelt

• "In all seriousness, we couldn't be happier to witness two perfect soulmates tie the knot today! Thanks for inviting us to the party of the year."
• "I'm so grateful for the friendship we share, and the memories we've created over the years. Thanks for having me here to celebrate with you – I hope your day is everything you imagined and more."
• "We are so ecstatic to see you two finally hitched! Thanks so much for your love, friendship and support – we're so happy we could share in this perfect day with you."

Funny Wedding Wishes

• "Congratulations on signing away your freedom and privacy!"
• "Eat, drink and be married!"
• "Marriage is a bond between a person who never remembers anniversaries and another who never forgets them."
• "You two have just started your lives together, but you're already starting to look alike!"
• "Marriage is a lot like a rollercoaster. It has its ups and downs, but it's more fun when you're screaming together."
• "Your spouse has bought your freedom with love, and there is no refund. Congrats on the upgrade!"
• "Marriage is about choosing to embrace your partner's flaws, like their inability to Parallel Park or their love for reality TV."
• "Happy anniversary! It's amazing to think that you two have put up with each other for another year."
• "Marriage is so beautiful. You have finally found that one person you get to annoy all through your life."
• "I knew you two were madly in love with each other but didn’t think that you’d be mad enough to marry. Have a great life ahead."
• "There is nothing worse than a friend getting married. Now, my parents have one more reason to coax me into getting married. Congratulations."
• "Your laughter will be dead, and your rejoicing will be nullified. There’s going to be just one voice at home now, and that is your wife’s. Happy married life!"
• "I would like to send you my best wishes on your lifelong contract. Congratulations!"
• "Congratulations on convincing yourself to settle down. May the crazy days start!"
• "I am happy that you are married now. Congratulations on being expensively stupid."

Religious Wedding Wishes

Offer Your Congratulations

Begin your message by congratulating the couple and sharing your excitement for them. You can use traditional phrases or add a religious touch, such as "May God continue to bless your union."

Include a Scripture Verse

Incorporate scripture verses about love and marriage, such as popular verses from the Bible or other religious texts like the Quran, Torah, or Bhagavad Gita. One popular verse is 1 Corinthians 13:4-7: "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

Share Personal Memories or Advice

If you have a close relationship with the couple, consider sharing personal memories or offering words of advice. You can also share how your faith has played a role in your marriage and provide insight into the importance of keeping their faith at the center of their married life.

Talk About God's Role in Marriage

Discuss God's role in marriage and how He has blessed their union. Mention the importance of prayer, communication, and faith in building a strong and lasting relationship.

Offer Your Prayers

Let the couple know that you will keep them in your prayers and offer blessings for their future, their relationship, and their families. You can write out a generic prayer or one from your heart.

• "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 and fill your lives with shared love and joy."
• "May your marriage be as strong as your faith."
• "May God bless your union and deepen your love through the years."
• "May God bless your union and your love for each other."
• "May your love for each other and God grow stronger as you grow old together."
• "Congratulations on your wedding! May God's love and light guide you both on this exciting journey."
• "May God's love and blessings surround you on your wedding day and throughout your married life."

Wedding Wishes for Friends

Writing a wedding card to your friend can be a daunting task. You want to make sure that your message is heartfelt and captures the tone of their love and big day. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• "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."
• "I'm 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 their new husband/wife."
• "Watching you take this step together fills me with pride. Congratulations!"

If you're looking for something more casual and fun, you could try:

• "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!"
• "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."
• "Cheers to love, laughter, and happily ever after!"

Remember to keep your message personal and heartfelt, and don't be afraid to include a funny anecdote or some marriage advice!

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