The Art Of Wedding Wishes: Crafting The Perfect Message For Your Friends' Big Day

Writing a wedding card to a casual friend can be a daunting task, but it's a great opportunity to offer your congratulations and well wishes for their future together. Here are some ideas for what to include in your wedding card:

- A word of congratulations to the couple.

- Some warm wishes for their marriage, such as wishing them a long and happy life together.

- A more personal message or anecdote, such as a funny story or a shared memory.

- A note of thanks and appreciation for inviting you to share in their special day.

Remember to keep your message warm, genuine, and personalised to the couple. You can use a casual and relaxed tone, but try to include something sweet or a wish for their future journey together. Here are some examples:

- Wishing you a long and happy marriage.

- So happy to celebrate this special day with you both!

- Let the adventure begin!

- Thanks for the free booze! Best wishes on a long, happy marriage!

- Congratulations guys, it's official – you're stuck with each other now!

Congratulate the couple

Congratulating the couple is a key part of any wedding card. Here are some ideas for how to do this, from formal to casual and funny.

Formal Wedding Wishes

A formal tone is best if you don't know the couple well. Formal wishes are usually simple, timeless, and sincere.

• "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."

Funny/Casual Wedding Wishes

If you know the couple well, it's fine to keep things more casual. You can use informal language, insert personal jokes, and inject a sense of humour.

• "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!"
• "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]."

Wedding Wishes for a Family Member

• "Congratulations on your marriage, and welcome to the family [Name]!"
• "Congratulations on your wedding day! [Name], we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome you to our family."
• "Huge congrats on your wedding day! [Name], we’re so happy you’ve found the one."
• "Congratulations, you two. We couldn’t be happier with our new addition to the family."
• "Welcome to the family, [Name]! We couldn’t be happier to have you join our crazy tribe."

Wedding Wishes When You Can't Attend

• "Congratulations on your wedding day! We hope you can feel our love and support even though we can’t be there."
• "Congratulations on such an exciting day! We really wish we could be there to celebrate with you and your families."
• "Congratulations, you two! We’re with you in spirit on this special day."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day! We’re so sorry we couldn’t make the trip, but are celebrating with you from afar with a glass of champagne (or two)!"
• "Wishing you both the very best on this special day. We hope you can feel us joining in your joy and celebrations."

Wish them well

Wishing a couple congratulations is a great way to celebrate their wedding day and new life together. Here are some ideas for how to wish them well:

Formal Wishes

Formal wedding wishes are perfect if you want your message to be timeless, traditional and romantic. If the wedding is a formal affair, consider using formal wedding wishes to express your happiness for the happy couple.

• "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 wedding day will come and go, but may your love forever grow."
• "May the true love you share today grow stronger as you grow old together."
• "Congratulations on a beautiful beginning to married life."
• "May your joining together bring you more joy than you can imagine."

Casual Wishes

If you are close friends with the couple, you can keep your wishes short and sweet. It's fine to write a more casual message in the card, no matter the recipient. Just make sure that you build upon your congratulations and say something that comes from the heart.

• "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."

Funny Wishes

Go ahead and write a funny message if you're confident that it will make the happy couple laugh. Just be careful when you write humorous wishes. What might easily come across as a joke in conversation could be taken the wrong way on paper.

• "Thanks for inviting us to eat and drink while you get married. Congrats!"
• "Our marriage advice: love, honour and... scrub the toilet."
• "Thanks for the free booze. Best wishes on a long, happy marriage."
• "Marriage marks the end of a love story and the start of a wrestling match. Wishing you the very best of everything anyway."
• "I'll tell you the secret of a happy marriage. It remains... a secret to all! Wishing you all the best of times ahead."
• "On your wedding day today, you have now become two from one. Does that mean I will get two birthday gifts from you both every year?"
• "As Bill and Ted said, 'Be excellent to each other.'"
• "Getting married is like going to drama school. May there be more comedy than melodrama."
• "Marriage is so beautiful. You have finally found that one person you get to annoy all through your life."
• "Today I realised that life is not fair for single people like me. Until now I had to buy you a gift only once a year on your birthday. Now I have two birthdays plus a wedding anniversary to buy gifts for. Congratulations to my best friend on tying the knot."

Share a memory

Sharing a memory is a great way to add a personal touch to your wedding wishes for a casual friend. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• "I still remember when we first met in [place] and hit it off instantly. I knew then that you were someone special, and I'm so happy to see you finding your happily ever after. Congratulations!"
• "It seems like just yesterday we were [specific activity] and talking about our dreams. I'm so proud of you for chasing yours and finding your soulmate along the way. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness!"
• "I'll never forget all the fun times we had together, from [memory] to [memory]. I'm honoured to be a part of this new chapter in your life and can't wait to see what the future holds for you both. Congratulations on your wedding!"
• "One of my favourite memories with you is when we [specific event or activity]. Your joy and laughter were contagious, and I know that your partner will bring you even more happiness. Wishing you both all the best!"
• "You've always been there for me through thick and thin. I'll always remember when you [specific example of their support]. I'm so glad to be celebrating this special day with you and wish you a long and happy marriage!"
• "I still laugh when I think about the time we [funny memory]. It's been a joy to know you and see your love story unfold. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure!"

Remember, when sharing a memory, try to be specific and choose something that reflects your unique relationship with the casual friend. This will make your wedding wishes more meaningful and heartfelt.

Thank them for inviting you

Thanking your casual friends for inviting you to their wedding is a thoughtful gesture. Here are some ways to express your gratitude and well-wishes:

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It was so kind of you to include me in your special day. I am honoured to be a part of your celebration and can't wait to witness the two of you exchanging vows. Thank you for letting me share in your joy and happiness. I wish you both all the best as you embark on this wonderful journey together.

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I am so grateful for your invitation and am thrilled to be able to attend. It will be a pleasure to celebrate alongside you and your loved ones. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this memorable occasion. I wish you both a lifetime of love, joy, and happiness.

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Thank you for inviting me to your wedding! I am delighted to be able to share in your happiness and offer my warmest congratulations. I am excited to see you both on this special day and wish you all the best for a fun-filled and love-filled future together.

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I am so touched that you thought of me for your wedding celebration. Thank you for including me in this joyful occasion. I am excited to be a part of your day and offer my heartfelt congratulations. I wish you both a long and happy marriage filled with love and laughter!

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It was so thoughtful of you to invite me to your wedding. Thank you for allowing me to share in your happiness and joy. I am excited to celebrate with you and wish you both a lifetime of love and all the best for the future.

Sign off with warm wishes

• Lots of love to you both
• Congratulations, lovebirds
• Love always and forever
• Best wishes for your future
• Take good care of each other
• Wishing you all the best
• Cheers to your happily ever after
• Lots of love
• Congratulations and best wishes
• Warmest congratulations and love
• With love and best wishes
• Lots of love and hugs

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