Crafting Congrats: The Art Of Wedding Card Writing

Writing a wedding card to a colleague, sibling or best friend? Even the most creative of us can be stumped about what to write, especially when you're trying to craft the perfect message for the couple. Whether it's sweet wedding card wishes for your best friend or funny messages for a colleague, there are plenty of options to choose from.

If you're after something short and simple, messages like Congratulations to a wonderful couple and Best wishes on your wedding day are perfect.

For a more formal tone, try something along the lines of:

> May your marriage be blessed!

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> May your love story be more X-rated than PG, with just enough plot twists to keep things interesting.

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> May your greatest journey be only just beginning and may I wish you a lifetime of adventures together.

If you're particularly close to the couple, you might want to include an inside joke or a reference to their personalities and interests. For example:

> You met over drinks, bonded over your love of Masterchef and cheesy jokes, and fell in love completely, utterly and forever.

For religious couples, you could consider including a bible verse:

> Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. – 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Formal Wedding Wishes

A formal wedding card is a great way to send your congratulations to the happy couple in a timeless, traditional and romantic way. Here are some examples of 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 us share in this joyful day. We wish you all the best as you embark on this wonderful union."
• "May the love and happiness you feel today shine through the years."
• "May your wedding day be the start of a new tomorrow that you will cherish forever."
• "Wishing you a lifetime of wedded bliss."
• "May your special union bring unbelievable joy to your life."
• "May the years ahead be filled with lasting love and happiness."
• "May today be the beginning of a new tomorrow that you will cherish forever."
• "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."
• "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 with you."

You can also include a short note of appreciation for being invited to the wedding, such as:

• "Thank you for letting us share in this joyful day."
• "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 celebration with you."

Religious Wedding Wishes

May God's love be with you and guide you through this new chapter of your life. May you always find solace in God's holy words and experience the power of prayer.

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May God be the light that guides you through any challenges you may face. May His love be the glue that holds your marriage together, and may He bless your union abundantly.

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May God's love be the foundation of your marriage and the source of your strength. May you always find peace and happiness in His word, and may He answer all your prayers.

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May God be your guide and counselor as you embark on this new journey together. Through the power of Christ, may your faith and love for each other grow stronger each day.

Place God at the center of your marriage, and happiness will follow. May you find joy in loving God and one another, and may your union be a reflection of God's love.

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The keys to a happy marriage are faith, hope, and love. May your marriage be blessed with all three, and may you always put God first in your lives together.

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When we believe in God, all doors are opened, and happiness is found. May you enjoy a life filled with love and joy through your faith in Christ and the power of His Gospel.

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May God's love fill your hearts and your home. May you find strength and guidance in your shared faith, and may your marriage be a prosperous and grace-filled life together.

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The greatest happiness comes from placing God above all else. May you always prioritize your faith and find comfort and support in God's holy words as you start your future together.

"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

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"And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." – 1 Corinthians 13:13

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"May your mornings bring joy and your evenings bring peace. May your troubles be few, and your blessings be abundant." – Irish Blessing

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"Love each other deeply, for love covers over a multitude of sins." – 1 Peter 4:8

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"Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves." – Romans 12:10

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"Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart." – Proverbs 3:3

Funny Wedding Wishes

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Congratulations on your nuptials! Marriage is a rollercoaster ride, and I hope you have more ups than downs and more laughs than screams. May you both enjoy the best ride of your life every night. Remember, marriage is like a stroll through Jurassic Park – full of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments!

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Marriage is a team sport, so choose your battles wisely, celebrate each other's victories, and always remember that you're on the same side. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness, and may your marriage be like your wedding cake – full of sweetness and layers of laughter!

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Congratulations on finding your Player Two! May your lives be filled with epic adventures, hilarious inside jokes, and a good sense of humour to deal with any challenges that come your way. Remember, marriage is like a good pair of jeans – comfortable, reliable, and it gets better with age. Here's to many years of comfortable love and endless fun!

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Marriage is like a box of chocolates – you never know what you're going to get, but hopefully, it's mostly caramels and truffles, with the occasional peanut butter cup to keep things interesting. Wishing you a marriage that's as strong as your WiFi connection and as reliable as your favourite pair of pyjamas! Remember, the key to a happy marriage is separate bathrooms, so here's to hoping yours are always stocked with toilet paper!

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Congratulations on tying the knot! May your love be as strong as the knot itself and may it never unravel, even after years of laundry piles and late-night arguments about the thermostat. Remember, marriage is like a remote control – there are only a few buttons, but they can control everything. Choose wisely! Wishing you a lifetime of shared laughter and love.

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Marriage is like a fine wine – it gets better with age (but hopefully doesn't turn to vinegar!). Here's to a lifetime of love that keeps getting richer and sweeter. May your marriage be filled with enough inside jokes to confuse everyone around you and enough love to warm even the coldest of hearts. Congratulations and best wishes for a fun-filled future together!

Wedding Wishes for a Friend

If you're writing a wedding card for a friend, it's a good idea to personalise the content with in-jokes and use a warm, friendly tone. Here are some ideas for what to write in a wedding card for a friend:

• "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. In all seriousness, I am so happy to be celebrating this day with you, and look forward to many more celebrations to come."
• "Wishing you two soulmates a lifetime of Netflix bingeing and Friday night takeaways. Don't mind me, I'll be the one sobbing uncontrollably during the ceremony."
• "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 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!"
• "Abi and Jon, 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!"
• "Well, Lisa, what to say? From building dens and bunking off school, to braving Oceana nightclub together, we’ve had plenty of adventures over the years. Now you’re entering into the biggest adventure of your life so far, and I couldn’t be happier for you. You kissed more than your share of frogs to find her, but Belle is definitely a keeper. Belle, thank you for making my best friend so happy. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the two of you."
• "To the best friend I've had forever, and the one I'm about to gain, I couldn't be happier for you both if I tried. Some best friends would say take care of her for me, but I know I don't have to worry about that when it comes to you two."
• "Of everything we’ve celebrated together over the years, this one tops the list. Let’s just hope it doesn’t end up with us in a police car like that trip to Ibiza…Here’s to as much laughter together as we’ve had!"
• "Mark, I’m still reeling with the shock of you landing someone as warm, funny and drop-dead gorgeous as Judith. Let’s face it, those practice runs in the uni bar were not your finest moments. Jude, I’d like to point out that when I met him, Mark was a Star Wars obsessed geek with a rather suspect taste in slogan T-shirts. Obviously I take full credit for turning him into the man who stands beside you today. In all seriousness, I am truly happy for you two. You’re clearly made for each other and I look forward to watching the two of you grow even closer over the years to come."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day to two of my best friends! There better be an open bar or I retract my previous statement."
• "Sam, I can’t believe you got married before me. We're over!"
• "I’m so happy to call you both my friends. Congratulations!"
• "That fortune teller we saw in Vegas was right. You did meet the man/woman of your dreams. Best wishes to you both!"
• "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."
• "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!"

Wedding Wishes for a Family Member

Wedding card messages for family members can be more personal and sentimental. Here are some ideas for what to write in a wedding card for a family member:

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 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."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day. May today be the beginning of a long and happy life together."
• "Life will bring all sorts of things your way, but it’s better to share it 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."

Funny/Casual Wedding Wishes

• "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!"
• "Congrats guys, you did it! You found the one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your lives!"
• "Congratulations guys! We can’t wait to watch you two turn into the cutest little old married couple there ever was."
• "Woohoo, you did it! 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 [insert brief personal anecdote or memory]."
• "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. "
• "Congratulations guys – we’re overjoyed to call you both family."
• "Congratulations on your wedding day!

[Name], we’re so happy you’ve found the one. [Name], we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome you to our family."

"We love you both, and wish you a lifetime of joy and happiness."

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