Asking Your Best Mate To Be Your Best Man

There are many creative ways to ask your friends to be part of your wedding party. One way is to send them a Will you be my best man? card. These cards can be a small surprise in the mail or the finishing touch to a proposal gift. They can feature funny puns, alcohol-themed illustrations, or even a photo of you and your friend. You can also include a handwritten note inside to convey how important their support is to you.

Humorous cards

Asking your best mate to be your best man can be nerve-racking. You want to impress your pal and mark the moment with a card that's personal to the man in question and reflects your relationship. Here are some humorous "Will you be my best man?" card ideas:

Funny Will You Be My Best Man Card

A simple and funny card from Paper Scene. Just make it quick and simple—he's your best man, and that's enough said! This card is fully customisable. You can include a message inside or leave it blank to handwrite something yourself.

Funny Groomsman Proposal Cards

A set of 10 funny groomsmen proposal cards with envelopes, including 8 "Will You Be My Groomsman?" cards and 2 "Will You Be My Best Man?" cards. These brown kraft paper cards feature a fun and quirky design with a black suit and bow tie.

Funny Will You Be My Best Man Request Card

A black-and-white tuxedo-themed humorous card from Greeting Card Universe. This card is sure to make your best mate smile and is a unique way to pop the question.

Funny Will You Be My Best Man Card

A funny card from Amazon that reads, "Obviously, she's making me do this. Will you be my best man?" This lighthearted card is a cute way to ask your friend to be your best man.

Free Beer Funny Card

A humorous card from Etsy that reads, "Free beer... Will you be my best man?" This card is a fun way to propose to your groomsmen and best man. It's a unique and memorable approach that your friends will surely appreciate.

Cards with gifts

• A card with a bottle of Kraken spiced rum
• A card with a bottle of Jack Daniels whiskey
• A card with a bottle of Grey Goose vodka
• A card with a bottle of Jameson whiskey
• A card with a hip flask
• A card with a personalised beer label
• A card with a pocket watch
• A card with a silk pocket square
• A card with a tie
• A card with a pair of cufflinks
• A card with a wallet
• A card with a golf ball marker
• A card with a pair of socks
• A card with a tankard
• A card with a set of cufflinks and a tie
• A card with a bottle of whiskey marmalade
• A card with a book
• A card with beard oil
• A card with a set of beer
• A card with a hip flask and cufflink set
• A card with a bottle opener
• A card with a personalised print
• A card with a telegram
• A card with a leather wallet
• A card with a book about bike rides
• A card with a box of chocolates
• A card with a personalised fire pit
• A card with a cooler backpack
• A card with a hip flask and a keyring
• A card with a bottle of rum
• A card with a personalised print
• A card with a scratchcard

Cards with envelopes

If you're looking for a "Will you be my best man?" card with an envelope, there are plenty of options to choose from. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Simple and Elegant

If you're after a simple and elegant design, consider a card with a letterpressed or printed message on the front, such as "Groomsman?" or "Best Man?". These cards are usually made from high-quality cardstock and come with envelopes in a variety of colours. You can also find similar cards with humorous messages, like "Bro. Do me a solid."

Personalised

For a more personalised option, look for cards that can be customised with your names, the wedding date, or even a photo of you and your best man. These cards are a great way to show your future best man how much this role means to you. Some cards also allow you to add a handwritten message inside, so you can express your sentiments directly.

Fun and Creative

If you want to add a bit of humour to your proposal, there are plenty of fun and creative card options available. For movie lovers, you can find cards featuring illustrations and quotes from popular films like "The Hangover" and "Step Brothers". Or, if your friends are gamers, send them a card that reads "Game on" with a controller design. Other creative ideas include scratch-off cards, cards with alcohol-themed illustrations, and cards that come with props, like a handlebar moustache.

Sets

You can also find sets of cards that include proposals for both groomsmen and the best man. These are perfect if you want to propose to multiple people at once and ensure a cohesive look for your wedding party. The sets typically come with envelopes and can feature playful messages like "Dude, it's time to SUIT UP. Will you be my groomsman/best man? P.S. May I bribe you with an open bar?".

Cards with custom messages

Funny and Light-hearted Messages:

• "This could have been a text. But she made me get you a card. Will you be my best man?"
• "Thank you in advance for being my 4th groomsman."
• "Be my groomsman. She said if I didn't send this out, I won't be able to watch sports for a month or maybe longer."
• "Dude, will you be my bridesmaid-chasing, suit-wearing, bachelor-partying, bow-tie-tying groomsman?"
• "You know she is making me do this. She even bought it. Will you be my best man?"
• "I am out fishing for groomsmen. I just need a few suckers to bite."
• "I got down on one knee. So can you be my best man?"
• "This was her idea. My future wife made me give you this. Will you be my best man?"
• "This definitely could have been done over a few beers. But she made me get you a card. Will you be my best man?"

Sentimental Messages:

• "Over the years, your friendship has meant the world to me. I would be honoured if you would be my best man as I marry the love of my life."
• "You've been my best friend for as long as I can remember, so I'm hoping you saw this one coming…Will you be my best man?"
• "I can't say 'I do' without my brother by my side. Will you be my best man?"
• "You've been my friend and biggest supporter since middle school—I can't imagine getting married without you there to cheer me on. Will you be my best man?"

Cards with illustrations

Funny and Light-hearted Cards:

• A card with a funny illustration and the text "Obviously, she's making me do this. Will you be my best man?" is a humorous take on the proposal.
• A card with a checklist illustration and the text "Best Man Checklist" is a fun way to propose and can be used as a stag party invitation as well.
• A card with a humorous illustration and the text "This could have been a text. She made me do this. Will you be my best man?" adds a funny twist to the proposal.
• A card with a funny illustration and the text "Free beer if you'll be my best man" is a light-hearted way to pop the question.

Elegant and Classic Cards:

• A gold foil card with a charming illustration and the simple text "Will you be my best man?" is elegant and timeless.
• A card with a beautiful illustration and the text "Will you be my groomsman/best man? It's time to suit up!" is a classy way to propose.
• A card with a simple illustration and the text "Will you be my best man/groomsman/usher/junior usher/page boy?" allows you to choose the role you're proposing for and includes a white envelope for a classic touch.

These ideas can be customised and tailored to your personal preferences and relationship with the recipient.

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