Best Man's Guide To Writing A Heartfelt Wedding Card

As the best man, you'll want to write something heartfelt and meaningful in the wedding card. The message should be tailored to the couple and your relationship with them. If you're close friends with the couple, you can include in-jokes and use a warm, friendly tone. If you're a distant relative or colleague, a more generic message is fine. Here are some ideas for what to write:

- I couldn't be happier to see my best friend so happy. I wish you a lifetime of love and happiness.

- Thank you for letting me share in your special day. I couldn't be happier to see my best friend so happy.

- I can't wait to watch you two turn into the cutest old married couple. Here's to a lifetime of love and laughter.

- I know you're married now, but can I still be your plus one to all your fancy work events?

- I always knew you were special, and it fills me with joy to see someone else recognise how amazing you are. Congratulations!

- Your love is so bright, it radiates into the lives of those of us who are lucky enough to know you.

- May your love continue to thrive to infinity and beyond.

- May your love burn brighter every day as you grow in love.

- May your special union bring unbelievable joy to your life.

- Congratulations! You're finally getting hitched!

Formal Wedding Wishes

As the best man, you'll want to write something heartfelt and meaningful in the wedding card. Here are some ideas for formal wedding wishes:

• “Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.”
• “Your wedding day will come and go, but may your love forever grow.”
• “Best wishes on this wonderful journey as you build your new lives together.”
• “May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy.”
• “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 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.”
• “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 health and happiness.”
• “May your marriage be filled with success and happiness.”
• “May you live happily ever after.”
• “Wishing you endless love and happiness.”
• “May everything that comes next be as filled with joy as this day is.”
• “Today is the start of the rest of your lives.”
• “Cherish every moment with each other.”
• “When the going gets tough, remember this special day.”
• “Congratulations on your special day. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of it!”
• “A lifetime of love lies ahead.”

Funny Wedding Wishes

If you're confident your message will make the couple laugh, go ahead and write a funny wedding card message. Just be careful: what might be funny in conversation could be taken the wrong way on paper. Avoid jokes that are sarcastic, snarky, insulting, or that imply one of them is the "better half". And definitely no divorce jokes!

• "Thanks for inviting me to eat and drink while you get married. Congrats!"
• "You two make almost as good a team as [their favourite sports team]."
• "Our marriage advice: love, honour, and... scrub the toilet!"
• "Congratulations—your wedding successfully made me sob like a baby."
• "Is someone cutting onions? Oh wait, those would be my happy tears."
• "Glad I got to break out my dance moves in honour of such a great couple. Lots of love to you both!"
• "Wow, you two know how to throw a party! Thanks for having me and congrats on a beautiful day."
• "Thanks for the free booze. Best wishes and good luck for your long, happy marriage!"
• "Since when are we old enough to get married? It's still 2012 in my mind. Congrats, lovebirds!"
• "Please pack me in your honeymoon suitcase—I need a vacation."
• "It's time for you to eat, drink, and finally be married!"
• "It's all fun and games until you have to build a piece of furniture together."
• "You only get to annoy one person for the rest of your life! Congrats!"
• "Signed, sealed, and delivered... and no returns!"
• "If you discover the secret to a happy marriage, please let me know!"
• "Congratulations on convincing yourself to settle down!"
• "The secret of a happy marriage? It remains a secret to all! Wishing you all the best in your married life."
• "Love is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourselves, enjoy the journey, and don't be surprised if you get lost a bit along the way. I suppose that's what GPS is for!"
• "Get ready: 'Yes, dear' are about to be your new magic words. Congrats!"
• "Well done on finding that one person you want to annoy for the rest of your life."
• "I guess you won't end up a crazy cat lady after all – well done!"
• "Marriage is a rollercoaster ride. May you have more ups than downs and more laughs than screams. Most importantly, may you both enjoy the best ride of your life every night."
• "Here's to not getting pregnant on the honeymoon!"
• "Only a couple as good as you could make me throw my famous robot dance moves. It's an honour to be able to perform for such wonderful people tonight. Congrats!"
• "I would have got you a nicer card, but I was only invited to the evening do."
• "Our best marriage advice: trust one another, forgive the other’s flaws, and stick with each other through thick and thin – divorce is too expensive!"
• "May your love story be more X-rated than PG, with just enough plot twists to keep things interesting, but not enough to see you clapped in handcuffs for the wrong reasons."
• "Here’s to the Instagrammable wedding you deserve!"
• "I’m just here for the cake – and I guess to see two people tie the knot!"
• "I predict very cute babies."

Religious Wedding Wishes

As the best man, you'll want to write something heartfelt and memorable in the wedding card. Here are some ideas for religious wedding wishes:

Verses from the Bible

The Bible has many verses about love and marriage that are perfect for a religious wedding card. Here are some examples:

• "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." — 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
• "There are three things that matter most: faith, hope, and love, and the greatest of these is love." — 1 Corinthians 13:13
• "May your mornings bring joy and your evenings bring peace, and may your troubles grow few as your blessings increase." — Irish Prayer
• "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." — 1 Peter 4:8
• "No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us." — 1 John 4:12

Prayers and Blessings

Offering prayers and blessings is a beautiful way to show your support and love for the couple. Here are some ideas:

• "May God bless your union and deepen your love through the years."
• "Sending you prayers for unending love and happiness."
• "May God bless this union with love, joy, and happiness."
• "May your marriage be blessed!"
• "Wishing you a marriage as strong as your faith."

Congratulate the Couple

Don't forget to congratulate the happy couple! Here are some ways to do that with a religious touch:

• "Congratulations on your marriage! May God continue to bless your union."
• "Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness. May God's love surround you always."
• "We are so happy for you both! May God's blessings be upon you as you embark on this new chapter together."
• "Best wishes on your special day. May your love for each other and for God grow stronger each day."
• "Congratulations and may God's love shine upon you today and throughout your married life."

Emphasise the Power of Love

You can incorporate the importance of love in your religious wedding wishes, such as:

• "Your love is so bright, and it's clear that it's rooted in your shared faith. May your love continue to grow and flourish."
• "The power of your love is amplified by your shared faith. May your marriage be a testament to the strength of your love and commitment to each other."
• "God's love has taught me about patience, forgiveness, and compassion. I wish the same for you as you start your married life together."

Share Personal Experiences

If you have a close relationship with the couple, consider sharing a personal experience or lesson:

• "My own marriage has been strengthened by keeping God at the centre. I wish you the same joy and peace that comes from having faith in your marriage."
• "Your love and commitment to each other inspire me. May your faith continue to guide you as you start your life together."
• "Seeing the way your shared faith has brought you closer together fills me with joy. May your love continue to grow and your faith remain strong."

Wedding Wishes for a Friend

If you're stuck on what to write in a wedding card for your friend, here are some ideas to get you started. Depending on how close you are with the couple, you might want to include an inside joke or a funny story, or keep things simple with a heartfelt message. Here are some examples:

• "I couldn't be happier for you two. Congratulations!"
• "I'm so happy for you both. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness."
• "Thank you for letting me share in your special day. The two of you are made for each other, and I couldn't be happier to see my oldest friend Karen and my newest friend Ben tying the knot."
• "May your marriage bring as much happiness to your life as our friendship has brought to mine."
• "I can't think of anyone in the world more deserving of happiness than you, my friend. I can't wait to see what life has in store for the happy couple. Congrats!"
• "I hope the years ahead are filled with nothing but hugs and kisses, my friend, because no one deserves happily ever after more than you!"
• "Cheers to love, laughter, and happily ever after!"
• "If there's one thing I've learned from our friendship, it's that [Name] is the luckiest to have you by their side forever!"
• "To my best friend on your wedding day, your happiness is everything to me. The fact that you've found your someone means the world. Congratulations!"
• "Some things may change as you begin this exciting new chapter, but you can count on my friendship as a constant. So thrilled for y'all!"
• "You met over drinks, bonded over your love of Masterchef and cheesy jokes, and fell in love completely, utterly and forever. It would be hard to find a couple more ideally suited to each other. (And let’s face it, who else would put up with Ellie’s snoring or Matt’s Arsenal obsession?) In all seriousness, I am so happy to be celebrating this day with you, and look forward to many more celebrations to come."
• "May your days together be filled with joy, and your nights full of fun! Now let’s kick back with some prosecco and pretend this hasn’t been the most stressful day of your life."
• "Guys, you did it! Now you can eat, drink and be merry!"
• "To love and friendship!"
• "I can’t wait to watch you turn into the cutest old married couple. Here’s to love and marriage getting better with every year – and that we all end up in the same nursing home!"

Wedding Wishes for a Son or Daughter

It's an honour to be part of your special day, and I'm so happy to be here to celebrate this new chapter of your life. I've watched you blossom into a wonderful young man/woman, and I'm so proud of the person you've become.

I've always known that you were special, and it fills me with joy to see that someone else recognises how amazing you are. You deserve all the happiness in the world, and it's wonderful to see you finding your own little family.

You will always be my baby, but I'm so proud to see you grow into this new chapter of your life. I'm so glad you've found your person, and I can't wait to see what life has in store for you.

I've always been proud of you, but today I'm especially proud of your ability to find someone who's agreed to marry you! It's clear that you bring out the best in each other, and I wish you both a lifetime of happiness.

I've dreamt of this day for longer than you'll ever know. Your happiness means the world to me, and it's clear that you've found your true love. That brings me more joy than anything else in the world.

Funny Wedding Wishes for a Son or Daughter

I'm looking forward to the food and drinks later, and, oh yes, seeing you tie the knot!

I can't believe it's your wedding day already! Where has the time gone?

I'm so happy that [name of partner] is joining our crew, but how soon do you think they'll realise what they've signed up for?

Sentimental Wedding Wishes for a Son or Daughter

You've had my heart since the day you were born, and I'll always be there to support you and your partner on your next adventure. Love you both!

Happy Wedding Day, my beautiful/handsome son/daughter. I feel so incredibly lucky to be here to celebrate with you both.

Your wedding day will go by so fast, so be sure to take a quiet moment to enjoy it all with your new spouse. Remember, this is just the beginning!

Wedding Wishes from a Mother to Her Son or Daughter

I can't believe it's your wedding day! You're about to make your partner the happiest person on earth, and I can't say I'm surprised—because you've been doing that for me for years.

I can't promise that I'll hold it together during the vows, but I've stopped worrying about goodbyes. I love you tremendously, and your marriage just means I have another child to spoil and brag about!

I'm so excited to be mother-of-the-groom today. It's been a pleasure to see you in love, and getting a front-row seat in your life has been one of my greatest blessings.

Wedding Wishes from a Father to His Son or Daughter

Happy Wedding Day, son. Watching you grow into the amazing person you are today has been an honour.

Son, you're a dad's dream—it's such a joy to be your father!

As I look at you today, all suited up, I'm reminded of myself way back when. But you're even better. You have so much to offer the world, and I'm ready to watch it all happen.

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