Crafting Congrats: The Art Of Writing The Perfect Wedding Card Message

Writing a wedding card to a colleague, sibling, or best friend can be challenging, especially when you want to find the perfect words for the happy couple. Whether it's sweet and simple wedding wishes or a funny message, your wedding card should be heartfelt. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Short & Simple Wedding Wishes:

- Congratulations to a wonderful couple.

- Best wishes on your wedding day.

- Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.

- We're so happy to celebrate this day with you.

- Here's to a long and happy marriage.

- Wishing you the happily-ever-after you both deserve.

Funny Wedding Wishes:

- Thanks for all the free food and drink! Congratulations on throwing an excellent shindig.

- Well done on finding that one person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.

- Marriage is a rollercoaster ride. May you have more ups than downs and more laughs than screams.

- Here's to not getting pregnant on the honeymoon!

- I would have gotten you a nicer card, but I was only invited to the evening do.

Formal Wedding Wishes:

- Your greatest journey is only just beginning, and I wish you a lifetime of adventures together.

- I wish you a life filled with happiness; I wish you the strength to overcome any obstacles 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.

- May your marriage be as strong as your faith.

- May God bless your union and deepen your love through the years.

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.

- May you bring each other as much happiness as your friendship has brought to my life—and more!

- Cheers to love, laughter, and happily ever after!

Wedding Wishes for Family:

- Congratulations on your marriage and welcome to the family!

- We're so happy [name] has found 'The One.' Welcome to the family!

- Today we add another family member to the tree, and we couldn't be happier.

- What a wonderful day for our family, and especially you two. May the joy you feel today last a lifetime.

- I couldn't be prouder of the beautiful/handsome young man/woman you've become. Congratulations on stepping into this new chapter.

Wedding Wishes for a Son or Daughter:

- I've dreamt of this day longer than you'll ever know. Your happiness brings me more joy than anything else in the world.

- I've watched you blossom into a wonderful young woman/man. Always know that I'm here for you no matter what. Congratulations!

- May you bring each other as much happiness as you've brought into my life. Best wishes for a long and healthy marriage.

- I always knew you were special, and it warms my heart to see someone else love and appreciate you as much as I do. Congratulations on your special day!

Wedding Wishes for a Coworker:

- Congratulations on your special day!

- Best wishes to you and your family.

- My work [husband/wife/spouse] has the real deal now. Congrats!

- Congratulations on your merger! You are officially about to upgrade from 'I' to 'we.' We couldn't be happier for you.

- I'm so glad to share this special day with you two!

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 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."
• "May today be the beginning of a long, happy life together."
• "May the years ahead be filled with love and joy."
• "May your love grow stronger each and every 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 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."
• "It's a joy to celebrate your love."

Funny Wedding Wishes

For the Bride

• "Forget diamonds, Bride! True love is measured in light-years, and yours shines brighter than a quasar. I hope your journey together will be filled with wonder and adventure!"
• "Remember that time you swore off marriage? Yeah, me neither. Welcome aboard!"
• "May your marriage be like a celestial dance, graceful and harmonious, with occasional bursts of meteoric passion!"
• "Never go to sleep hungry. You might wake up in the middle of the night and eat your husband's entire stash of Oreos."
• "Congratulations on finding your perfect match! May your marriage be as harmonious and balanced as the ecosystem, with each of you playing a vital role in maintaining the delicate harmony of love."

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!"
• "Cheers to the groom! May your marriage be as strong and sturdy as your gaming chair, and may your wife always be Player 2 to your Player 1!"
• "May you always remember who wears the pants in this relationship... hint, it's not you."
• "Marriage will be no different than sandals. It may lack extravagance, yet it offers enduring warmth, comfort, and a deep sense of belonging."

For the Couple

• "May your love be like a late-night talk show: full of energy, passion, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting."
• "Congratulations on your wedding! May your marriage be as wild and adventurous as a safari, with plenty of laughter and animal-inspired antics."
• "To the newlyweds, may your love be as strong as the Wi-Fi signal and your arguments as brief as a 140-character tweet. Keep your love connection strong, even when the internet goes down!"
• "Love is a marathon, not a sprint. So, pace yourselves, enjoy the journey, and don't be surprised if you get lost a few times along the way. But hey, that's what GPS is for!"
• "Congratulations, you two! May your love be as unforgettable as Carpool Karaoke with Beyoncé. But please, for the sake of future marriages, don't try to recreate our dance moves!"

Religious Wedding Wishes

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Paragraph 1:

On your special day, we wish you both an abundance of blessings. May your love for God and each other only grow stronger with each passing day. Congratulations on your marriage!

Paragraph 2:

We are so happy to be celebrating this blessed day with you. May God's love be the glue that holds your marriage together and guides you through life's challenges. We pray that your trust in Him will bring you joy, peace, and happiness.

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As you unite in holy matrimony, we send you our warmest wishes for a lifetime of love and happiness. May God's light shine upon you and grant you all of life's blessings. Remember to keep Him at the center of your relationship and to forgive each other as He has forgiven you.

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Congratulations on your wedding! We pray that God will bless your marriage and guide you on the journey ahead. May your love for each other be as boundless, forgiving, and enduring as the love of Jesus Christ. May your faith in God be the foundation of your union, keeping you strong and united forever.

Paragraph 5:

Dear Lord, we ask that you bless this newly married couple. May their love be a reflection of your divine love and may their marriage be a source of joy and happiness. We thank you for bringing them together and ask that you always keep them in your loving care. Amen.

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As Christians, we know that God is the source of all love. We pray that He will overflow your married life with an abundance of love, joy, and happiness. May your faith in Him be the rock upon which you build your lives together. Congratulations and may God bless your union!

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."
• "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. I wish you both the very best."
• "Watching you take this step together fills me with pride. Congratulations!"
• "I'm so happy for you both and am honoured to be here to celebrate your special day."
• "We've shared so many happy memories together and this is no exception."
• "I'm so thrilled to celebrate this exciting day with you both."
• "You make the perfect couple and I couldn't be happier for you both."
• "It is a joy to watch two of my friends get married, and I can't wait to see what the future has in store for you both."
• "I'm so grateful to call you my friends and couldn't be happier to see you tie the knot."
• "I'm so happy that you found your soulmate. Congratulations on this exciting day."
• "Here's to love and friendship."
• "I couldn't be happier for you both. Congratulations!"
• "I'm so happy for you both and am so excited to celebrate this day with you!"
• "Wishing you a long and happy marriage."
• "We're so happy for you!"
• "Wishing you the best today and for the future."
• "Wishing you a fun-filled future together."
• "You two are so great together, congratulations on your big day!"
• "Congratulations on tying the knot!"

Wedding Wishes for Family

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

Formal Wedding Wishes for Family

• "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!"

Funny Wedding Wishes for Family

• "Thanks for the free booze. Oh, and congratulations on your marriage!"
• "Congratulations guys, it’s official – you’re stuck with each other now!"
• "Congratulations on hosting the most Instagram-worthy wedding of the year."
• "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..."

Casual Wedding Wishes for Family

• "We're 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 a lifetime of love and happiness."
• "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.)"

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