What to Write in a Wedding Card: 64+ Message Ideas

Weddings are truly special occasions, aren't they? They're a beautiful celebration of love, commitment, and the exciting start of a new chapter for two wonderful people. Of course, when that coveted invitation lands on your doormat, your thoughts often turn to finding the perfect gift and, perhaps even more importantly, penning a card that truly captures your heartfelt wishes. It can feel a bit daunting trying to articulate just how much joy you feel for the happy couple, especially when you want your message to be both meaningful and memorable. Don't worry, though; we're here to help you craft those perfect words for their big day.

Wedding Card Etiquette

Navigating wedding card etiquette can sometimes feel a bit like learning a new dance, but it's really quite straightforward once you know the steps. First things first, how do you address the card? Traditionally, it’s "Mr. and Mrs. [Surname]" if they're both taking the same name, or you can use "Mr. [Firstname Surname] and Ms./Mrs. [Firstname Surname]" if they're keeping their names or choosing different ones. If you know them well, simply using their first names, "Dearest [Name] and [Name]," is perfectly acceptable and often feels more personal. Always check if either has a professional title, like Doctor, which should always be used.

Next, when should you send your card? Ideally, you'd send it as soon as you receive the invitation, or you can bring it to the wedding itself if there's a designated card table. Don't fret if life gets in the way; it's generally considered fine to send a card up to a year after the wedding date. Many couples are still basking in newlywed bliss long after the confetti has settled, so a slightly delayed card won't go unnoticed.

Finally, the age-old question: should you include money? While a gift is never strictly mandatory – your presence and heartfelt wishes are truly what matter – it's certainly a common practice here in the UK. Couples often appreciate a monetary contribution towards their honeymoon fund or setting up their new home, especially if they haven't set up a gift list. There's no fixed amount, so just contribute what you feel comfortable with, and always make sure any cash or cheque is securely tucked inside the card. A thoughtful message is always priceless, no matter what else you include.

Casual Wedding Messages

Sometimes you just want to keep things light, warm, and utterly genuine, don't you? These messages are perfect for friends and family you share a relaxed, informal bond with. They're about expressing your happiness for the couple without feeling the need for overly grand pronouncements.

So thrilled to be celebrating with you both today! Wishing you endless laughter and happiness as you start this amazing adventure together.

What a fantastic day! So chuffed you've found your person. Here's to a lifetime of love, fun, and maybe a few shared takeaways.

Huge congratulations to the happy couple! Can't wait to see all the wonderful things you'll achieve together.

Wishing you both the very best as you tie the knot! May your life together be filled with joy, kindness, and plenty of cuppas.

Honestly, you two are just brilliant together. Wishing you a future packed with incredible memories and unwavering love.

So happy for you both! Sending all my love and best wishes for a beautiful wedding day and a lifetime of happiness.

What a lovely day celebrating your big moment! May your marriage be as strong and beautiful as your bond.

Cheers to the happy couple! So glad I could be here to witness your special day. Wishing you all the very best.

Congratulations! Hope you both have an absolutely smashing wedding day, and that your future together is even better.

You make such a wonderful pair, honestly. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness, adventure, and always having someone to share your biscuits with.

Sending you both the biggest congratulations! So excited to watch your journey unfold.

What a joy to celebrate your wedding! May your life together be a continuous adventure filled with love and laughter.

So delighted for you both on your special day. Wishing you nothing but the best in your marriage.

Huge congrats! Hope your wedding day is everything you've dreamed of and more. Here's to forever.

You two are just meant to be! Wishing you a lifetime of wedded bliss and happiness.

Sending you all my love and best wishes as you embark on this incredible journey. You deserve all the joy in the world.

What a truly lovely wedding! Wishing you both so much happiness and a future brimming with wonderful moments.

So happy to see you both looking so radiant today. Congratulations on finding your perfect match!

May your marriage be as delightful and full of laughter as your wedding day. Huge congratulations!

Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, good health, and plenty of Sunday roasts together. So thrilled for you!

Formal Wedding Messages

For those occasions that call for a touch more elegance and traditional sentiment, a formal message is just the ticket. These are perfect for extended family, respected colleagues, or when you simply want to convey a profound sense of well wishes with a classic touch. These messages speak of enduring love and a beautiful future.

May your union be blessed with enduring happiness, deep affection, and a lifetime of shared dreams. Congratulations to you both.

Wishing you profound joy and prosperity as you embark on this sacred journey of marriage. Your devotion to one another is truly inspiring.

It is with immense pleasure that we extend our warmest congratulations on your wedding day. May your life together be filled with harmony and grace.

With heartfelt good wishes, we celebrate this momentous occasion. May your love deepen and flourish with each passing year.

Our sincerest congratulations on your marriage. May your life together be a testament to unwavering love and partnership.

Wishing you both a future filled with happiness, understanding, and a shared purpose. Congratulations on your beautiful wedding.

Please accept our deepest felicitations on this joyous day. May your marital bond be strengthened by love and mutual respect always.

Congratulations on your wedding. May the years ahead be adorned with countless blessings and boundless joy for you both.

It was a privilege to witness your beautiful ceremony today. Wishing you a future replete with love, peace, and enduring contentment.

We send our warmest regards and best wishes as you begin your married life. May your journey together be rich in love and shared adventures.

May your commitment to one another grow stronger with time, bringing you both immense joy and satisfaction. Heartfelt congratulations.

On this joyous occasion, we wish you a lifetime of profound love, unwavering support, and cherished memories. Congratulations to the happy couple.

Our most sincere congratulations as you celebrate your marriage. May your home be filled with love, laughter, and lasting peace.

Wishing you both an abundance of blessings and a future illuminated by your shared love. Congratulations on your special day.

May your shared journey be one of continuous growth, deep understanding, and perpetual happiness. Our best wishes on your wedding.

With deepest admiration for your beautiful commitment, we extend our congratulations. May your marriage be as wonderful as you both are.

Celebrating with you today, we wish you both a future filled with grace, prosperity, and unending love. Congratulations.

Congratulations on your marriage. May the foundation of your love be strong, and your shared life be truly extraordinary.

It is with great pleasure that we offer our congratulations on your wedding. May your bond be a source of strength and joy throughout your lives.

We wish you a lifetime of profound happiness and unwavering devotion as you begin your married life together. Many congratulations.

Funny Wedding Messages

Who says wedding cards have to be all serious and solemn? A bit of light-hearted humour can be just the thing to bring a smile to the happy couple's faces. These messages are perfect for friends or family members who appreciate a good chuckle and don't mind a bit of playful banter on their special day. Just make sure the humour truly fits the couple's personality!

Well, you've gone and done it now! Congratulations on finally making it official. Enjoy the honeymoon – you've earned it after all that planning!

Remember, marriage is all about compromise. You take out the bins, they take over the remote. Simple, really. Huge congrats!

So glad you found someone who's just as weird as you are. Wishing you a lifetime of wonderfully odd adventures together!

They say the first year of marriage is the hardest. Don't worry, by the second year, you'll have figured out whose turn it is to do the washing up. Congrats!

Congratulations! Here's to a lifetime of stealing each other's chips and still loving each other fiercely.

You've officially upgraded your relationship status! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, health, and putting up with each other's quirks.

Proof that true love does exist... or at least, proof that you both managed to find someone to put a ring on it! So happy for you two.

May your love be like a good British summer – mostly sunny, with the occasional refreshing downpour, but always worth it. Cheers!

Welcome to the club! The secret handshake is arguing about directions and still making up with a brew. Huge congratulations!

I knew you two would end up together. You just had that 'destined for eternal bickering and adoration' glow about you. Congrats!

Wishing you both a marriage as strong as my resolve to get another slice of that wedding cake. All the best!

Congratulations on finding your perfect match! May your remote control wars be short, and your tea rounds be frequent.

Well done on convincing someone to spend forever with you! Seriously though, so happy for you both.

You've taken the plunge! Now get ready for a lifetime of shared memories, questionable dance moves, and endless love. Congrats!

They say love is blind, but marriage is a real eye-opener! Just kidding... mostly. Wishing you both a fantastic life together!

Wedding Messages for Family Members

Sending a wedding card to a family member feels inherently different, doesn't it? There's a shared history, a deeper connection, and often a more profound emotional resonance. Whether it's your sibling or your own child, these messages carry an extra layer of warmth and personal affection, celebrating not just their love but also your cherished bond.

For a Sibling

Dearest [Sibling's Name] and [Partner's Name], seeing you both so happy fills my heart. Wishing you a lifetime of joy and wonderful adventures together. So much love.

To my amazing sibling, I couldn't be prouder to see you marry the person who makes you shine so brightly. May your future together be truly extraordinary.

It's been incredible watching you grow and find such a wonderful partner. Wishing you both all the happiness the world has to offer. Congratulations!

Remember all those childhood dreams? Well, this is even better! So thrilled for you both and your beautiful future together.

My dearest [Sibling's Name], watching you marry the love of your life is truly special. May your journey together be blessed with endless love and laughter.

To my sibling and your wonderful new spouse, I'm so incredibly happy for you both. Wishing you a lifetime of shared dreams and unwavering support.

It feels like just yesterday we were squabbling over the last Jaffa Cake! Now look at you, getting married. So much love and congratulations.

Having you as a sibling has been a gift, and now seeing you so happy with [Partner's Name] makes it even better. Wishing you both a beautiful life.

What a truly magical day! To my sibling, I'm so chuffed you've found such happiness. May your marriage be filled with all the best things.

From shared childhood memories to this beautiful new beginning, I'm so proud of you both. Wishing you a lifetime of marital bliss.

For Your Child

To my dearest [Child's Name] and [Partner's Name], watching you find such profound love has been one of my greatest joys. May your life together be blessed with endless happiness and peace.

My heart is overflowing with love and pride today, my darling. Wishing you both a lifetime of cherished moments and a marriage as beautiful as you are.

To our wonderful [Child's Name], we are so incredibly happy to welcome [Partner's Name] into our family. May your love grow stronger with every passing year.

It seems like only yesterday you were just a little one, and now you're starting this amazing new chapter. Wishing you both a future filled with dreams come true and unending love.

Seeing you so happy, my dear, is everything a parent could wish for. May your marriage be a beacon of love, understanding, and joy.

We are so delighted for you both. May your home be filled with laughter, your hearts with love, and your lives with every happiness imaginable.

My precious [Child's Name], today marks the beautiful beginning of your shared future. We wish you both a lifetime of deep connection and abundant blessings.

What a truly emotional and joyful day! We are so proud of the wonderful person you've become and the beautiful life you're building together.

Sending all our love to our dear [Child's Name] and [Partner's Name] on your wedding day. May your bond be a source of strength and comfort always.

From our family to yours, we wish you both a lifetime of shared dreams, unwavering support, and a love that only deepens with time.

Wedding Messages for Friends

Your friends are the family you choose, aren't they? So, when one of them gets married, it's a truly special moment deserving of a message that reflects your unique bond. These messages celebrate your shared history, your support for their new chapter, and all the fun times still to come as they embark on this incredible journey.

So incredibly happy for you both! Wishing my wonderful friend and your fantastic partner a lifetime of happiness, adventure, and never-ending love.

What a privilege to celebrate your big day! To my dear friend, I'm so chuffed you've found your person. Here's to forever!

From all our wild nights out to your beautiful wedding day, I wouldn't have missed this for the world. So much love to you both.

Congratulations to one of my favourite people and your amazing spouse! Wishing you a marriage as fun and fabulous as you are.

So thrilled to witness your love story unfold. Wishing you both all the happiness and laughter you could ever wish for.

To my brilliant friend and your new husband/wife, may your life together be filled with joy, understanding, and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Remember all those chats about 'the one'? Well, you found them! So happy for you both. Wishing you endless bliss.

Sending all my love and best wishes to you both on your special day. Can't wait to see what amazing adventures married life brings you!

What a beautiful wedding, and what a perfect pair you make! So much love, and congratulations to my wonderful friend.

It's an absolute joy to celebrate with you today. May your marriage be as strong and enduring as our friendship.

So delighted to watch you tie the knot! Wishing you and your wonderful partner a lifetime of happiness, harmony, and plenty of shared memories.

Huge congratulations to my lovely friend! It's so heartwarming to see you so utterly happy. May your future together be truly golden.

Cheers to the happy couple! So many wonderful memories we've shared, and now you're starting a whole new chapter. All the best!

What a fantastic day, celebrating two truly brilliant people. Wishing you both nothing but the best in your married life.

To my dear friend, you've found your soulmate! So glad to be here celebrating with you. May your love story continue to be beautiful.

So much love and congratulations on your wedding day! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, good health, and plenty of giggles.

You make such a beautiful couple! It's been a pleasure to see your love grow. Wishing you both a lifetime of bliss.

From school days to this amazing wedding, it's been a journey. So happy for you, my friend. All the very best.

Congratulations! May your marriage be filled with everything wonderful – love, laughter, and an occasional spontaneous trip to the pub.

So happy I could share your special day with you. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and joy as you build your future together.

Wedding Messages for Colleagues

When a colleague ties the knot, it's a lovely opportunity to wish them well outside of the usual office chatter. These messages strike a perfect balance, conveying warm congratulations and genuine best wishes while maintaining a professional yet friendly tone. It’s all about celebrating their personal milestone with grace.

Congratulations on your wedding day! Wishing you and your partner a lifetime of happiness and joy together.

What wonderful news! Wishing you both a beautiful wedding and a future filled with every happiness.

Sending you both the very best wishes as you embark on this exciting new chapter. Congratulations from all of us.

May your marriage be blessed with love, laughter, and all the best things life has to offer. Heartfelt congratulations.

Wishing you both a truly memorable wedding day and a future filled with countless blessings. Congratulations!

Congratulations on your wedding! May your life together be as successful and fulfilling as your career has been.

It's wonderful to hear your happy news! Wishing you and your partner all the very best for a beautiful wedding and a lifetime of happiness.

On behalf of the team, please accept our warmest congratulations on your marriage. We wish you both a magnificent future.

So thrilled for you both! Wishing you a fantastic wedding and a future full of wonderful memories.

Congratulations to the happy couple! May your journey together be filled with much love, laughter, and understanding.

Wishing you both a beautiful wedding day and a lifetime of shared dreams come true. All the best!

So delighted to celebrate your wonderful news! May your marriage be a continuous source of joy and strength.

Congratulations! Hope you both have an absolutely splendid wedding and a future that's even brighter.

Wishing you both all the very best on your wedding day and for a future together filled with much happiness.

Heartfelt congratulations on your wedding! May your life together be abundant in love and joy.

Tips for Personalising Your Wedding Card

So, you've chosen a beautiful card and found some words you like, but how do you make it truly yours? Personalising your wedding card is all about adding that extra sprinkle of warmth and authenticity that makes your message unforgettable. Firstly, think about a specific, happy memory you share with the couple, or perhaps just one of them. It could be something funny from a night out, a quiet moment of support, or even a silly inside joke only they’ll truly appreciate. Briefly mentioning this shared history makes your card instantly more intimate.

Secondly, consider what you admire most about them as a couple. Do they inspire you with their kindness, their ambition, or their unwavering support for each other? Expressing this specific appreciation elevates your message beyond generic well wishes. Don't forget, a handwritten card, even if you’ve had the design printed, always feels more personal. If you’re looking for a truly unique way to convey your heartfelt wishes, why not create a custom card with Cardaroo? You can even add photos or personalise the text exactly how you want it at cardaroo.co.uk/create. Lastly, always sign off with your full name, and perhaps your relationship to the couple, especially if you’re family or a close friend – it just adds another layer of warmth. A thoughtful, personalised card isn't just a piece of paper; it's a cherished keepsake.