When it comes to writing a wedding card message, it isn't as easy as it seems. Most people feel at a loss for words when it comes to writing something heartfelt, meaningful, or entertaining. But don't worry, we've got you covered!

In this post, we'll give you over 100 wedding card message ideas. Whether you're looking for something classic or something more contemporary, something for your son or something for your father, we've got you covered.

So get ready to put your pen to paper (or your keyboard to screen) and start writing those wedding wishes!

How to Write a Wedding Card Message

There are five key parts to think about when writing a wedding card message:

  1. Congratulate the couple: Firstly, give your congratulations to the happy couple in your wedding card message! 
  2. Wish them both the best for the future: A one or two liner, wishing them a great life ahead.
  3. Share a memory: Think back to a cherished memory you shared with the bride or groom. It could be from childhood, a funny story from when you first met, or a recent memory of a shared adventure. 
  4. Thank them: Thank them for their hospitality, for the invitation, for the celebration, for being them!
  5. Appropriate sign-off: Pick the right sign-off (we’ve included some options below), and remember to leave your name! Not initials. 

What to Consider When Writing a Wedding Card Message

  • Write from the heart: Your wedding card message will mean so much more if it comes from a place of sincerity. Talk about your favorite memory of the couple or what you admire about them. Say something personal that will make them smile.
  • Please don't make it overly risqué. Try to keep it clean no matter how close you are to the bride or groom. Both of them will be reading this.
  • Keep it short and sweet: Shorter is often better because it shows that you put some thought into what you wanted to say without rambling on.
  • Write the card to the couple: It's likely to be read by both!
  • Don't write a novel. As much as you may want to express your excitement and share a story or two, keep your wedding card message short and sweet. Wedding cards usually don't allow for a lot of space, so if you do have a lot to say, it is best to save it for a personal letter or email.
  • Plan and take your time: It'll be obvious it's rushed, and you could end up with a card you're just not happy with
  • Try and include some of your personality: Ideally, they'll know the message is from you without even seeing who signed it off
  • Wish them a long and happy life together: This is a given, but it bears repeating. Wishing the couple a lifetime of happiness is always a nice touch. They'll appreciate hearing your good wishes for their future together.
  • Spell their names correctly: Including the wrong spelling in a card ruins the rest of the card.
  • Don't bring up any drama, whether now or historic: It's not the right time! :) 
  • Don't be negative: And as with drama, negativity doesn't belong in a wedding card.

What to Write in a Wedding Card

Funny Wedding Messages

  • “I give it a year”
  • Let the fighting commence!
  • I predict cute babies.
  • Marriage – An endless sleepover with your favourite weirdo..congratulations!
  • All marriages are happy. It's just that sometimes the happiness doesn't last.
  • “Anyone can be passionate but it takes true love to be silly.” -Rose Franken
  • Glad we/I got to break out our my dance moves in honor of such a great couple. 
  • Don't mess this up! But in case you do, just know that you can keep my gift..Congrats!
  • “My most brilliant achievement was my ability to be able to persuade my wife to marry me” – Winston Churchill
  • A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.
  • Congratulations on no longer living in sin! 😂

Casual Wedding Messages

  • Congratulations! It's so great to see you two together. Wishing you all the love, joy, and happiness on your special day!
  • Thank you for letting me share the day with you. I wish you all the best as you embark on this beautiful union.
  • It's an honor to spend this happy day with you and your family.
  • You two make this love and marriage thing almost seem worth trying. Just kidding – you look so happy,
  • Wishing you joy, love, and happiness on your wedding day and as you begin your new life together.
  • Here's to a lifetime of love, happiness, and each other.
  • Wishing you all of the love and happiness in the world!
  • May the love you share today grow stronger as you grow old together.
  • We're/I'm so happy for you!
  • I hope you get so many great wedding gifts that you don't realize none are from me.
  • We couldn't be happier to call you family. Thanks for allowing us to join in on the big day.
  • Here's to many wonderful years together.

Formal Wedding Messages

  • Two become one – what a beautiful thing. Congratulations!
  • Wishing you love, joy, and happiness on your wedding day as you begin a new chapter together.
  • Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and love!
  • May your new life together be full of smiles, laughter, hugs, kisses, understanding, respect, and faithfulness.
  • May you find peace, hope, contentment, and faith in each other!
  • I wish that love is the focal point of your new daily life.
  • May this marriage be a bridge to usher in prosperity, happiness, and peace.
  • I wish you the best as you embark on this beautiful union.
  • May your years ahead be full of lasting joy.
  • I wish the happiness and love that you feel today shines forever.
  • Best wishes on your amazing journey as you start your lives together!
  • A successful marriage needs understanding, forgetting mistakes, and falling in love many times, always with the same person!
  • All my/our love on your wedding day and always.
  • Always remember this special day and why you’re saying, I do.

Wedding Card Message for a Son or Daughter

  • When I first held you in my arms, the first thing I wished for was a trustworthy hand to look after you, and look at how that wish has come true today!
  • My darling, wishing you immense happiness, joy, and laughter for your married life. May you have a successful married life!
  • It’s always been my dream to see you in your wedding dress and smiling. I love you, sweetheart. Wishing you a happy married life.
  • I have seen you taking your first step and today I have seen you standing at the end of the aisle. What can I want more? Congratulations my love. May God Bless you.
  • Your transition from the little fairy of mine to the pretty wife of another man is awesome to witness. Congrats, dear! May you have a wonderful little world together.
  • Congratulations my daughter and son-in-law! May both of you stay together and be in love this way forever.
  • Congratulations on starting a new chapter of your life, and wishing you happiness that stays for a lifetime with your partner!
  • Thank you for bringing another smart, confident and beautiful woman to this family. Take love and blessings from mom on your wedding.
  • Congrats my darling! Wish you a never-ending lovely married life ahead and may you both stay together this way forever!
  • You will always be my little girl no matter what! Congrats on your wedding, my daughter.
  • My little girl has grown into such a beautiful young lady, and I can’t believe it is your wedding day. I am very glad that you have found someone that makes you happy. Happy married life!
  • Congratulations Son. I wish you a happy and prosperous married life that lasts forever! May you both be the example of a loving and caring couple and be the strength of each other.

Wedding Card Message for Parents of the Bride

  • I can't imagine how proud you must be feeling today, congratulations!
  • I'm so happy to be here celebrating this special day with your family.
  • Your daughter is so lucky to have you as parents.
  • Thank you for sharing your daughter with us on this special day.
  • Thank you for raising such a strong and independent woman.
  • She is one of the most down-to-earth brides I have ever met, she takes after her wonderful parents!
  • Your family has been so welcoming and hospitable, thank you.
  • The love between your daughter and her new husband is really beautiful.
  • Thank you for raising such a beautiful and kind daughter.
  • The wedding ceremony was so beautiful, your daughter looked amazing!
  • Your daughter is truly a blessing, and I feel so lucky to know her.
  • Her wedding dress was absolutely stunning, she looked like a princess!
  • You have done an amazing job raising your daughter, she is a credit to you both.
  • It was lovely getting to know you both during the wedding planning process.
  • I know you will continue to be there for her as she begins this new journey.
  • Wishing them all the love and happiness that they deserve on this special day and beyond!
  • This day would not be complete without congratulating you, the parents of the bride!
  • You must be so excited to see your daughter start this new chapter in her life.
  • Your daughter is so lucky to have you as parents, she is such a special young lady.
  • Your daughter is an amazing role model for other young women.
  • I wish them all the happiness in the world for their future together.

Wedding Card Message for Parents of the Groom

  • Your son is a lucky man to have found such a beautiful and loving wife.
  • I know you must be so proud of him today.
  • Your son's wedding day is such a special time for your family! Best wishes to you all.
  • So happy to share in your happiness today as your son gets married!
  • So thrilled to share in your happiness on your son's wedding day!
  • Your son's wedding day is such a special occasion. Wishing you all the very best.
  • Wishing you joy and happiness on your son's special day.
  • Congratulations! Wishing you all the best today and always.
  • Congratulations on this joyous occasion! Wishing you all the best on your son's wedding day.
  • On this wonderful occasion, best wishes to you and your family.
  • I'm so happy for you both! This is such a special day.
  • You must be feeling so happy and blessed today.
  • Thank you for sharing your son's special day with us.
  • You should feel very proud for raising such a kind, handsome, and intelligent young man.
  • Wishing you lots of love and happiness on this special day.
  • This day would not be possible without your love and support.
  • May this be a happy and memorable day for you and your family.
  • Sending my love and best wishes to you on your son's wedding day.

Wedding Card Message for a Co-Worker

  • May you be blessed with wonderful kids. May your home be filled with good health, success, long life, and all other blessings from God. Happy married life.
  • Well, we saw this coming, but seeing you two end up together today fills my heart with joy. Love and happiness to both of you.
  • I’m so delighted I get to see my favorite colleague, but more importantly friend, getting married. You deserve so much love and happiness!
  • You were always the office clown and today, I get to see you serious and smiling as you tie the knot with your beautiful bride. I wish you all the best on your special day.
  • Congratulations on your promotion. Not at work but from unmarried to married!
  • Remember, Happy wife = happy life. Cheers!
  • I’m so sorry I have not been able to attend your wedding, but all the same my warmest wishes go to you. May you enjoy your new life with abundance love and success. Congratulations!
  • Congratulations and all the best for a happy life together
  • Time to level up your budgeting, accounting and finance skills.
  • I think I missed the orientation where they told about availing the life partner benefits of our company. Lol! Love you both, and I wish you the best in your new project together.
  • Its not just the union of two people, its a union of two departments at work. Cheers!
  • Thank god no more pretending that youre not dating. Congratulations!
  • May your life together be filled with every happiness

Wedding Card Message for a Close or Best Friend

  • Welcome to the married club! Now don't forget, the first rule of marriage is… no talking about marriage!
  • I knew this day would come, but I didn't think it would be so soon! Just kidding, I'm so happy for you both.
  • As your best friend, I promise to always be there for you… even if you want to talk about your spouse /. I'll gladly listen (and maybe even join in)!
  • Here's hoping that your wedded bliss lasts forever… or at least until death do you part (which let's face it, is probably going to be the case anyways). Cheers to a long and happy life together!
  • Marriage is a beautiful thing. Just look at my parents… they've been married for X years and they still drive each other crazy! All joking aside, I know you two will be very happy together.
  • Ava, I can’t believe you got married before me. This is bulls***.
  • And finally, some words of wisdom from Dr. Seuss: “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” Always choose Love
  • Love is a many splendored thing. Just ask anyone who's been in a relationship longer than months. With that being said, I know you two will have a long and happy life together filled with lots of love.
  • May your life together be like fine wine: getting better with age! Reasons Being Married In Your 0s Is The Best Thing Ever (http://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/advice/a0/reasons-being-married-in-your-0s-is-the-best-thing-ever/)
  • You're finally tying the knot! It's about time!
  • Congrats on taking the plunge! (into marriage, that is).
  • I knew you two were meant for each other the minute I saw you both post on Instagram about your mutual love for avocado toast.
  • Here's to a long and happy life together… just try not to kill each other first.
  • Two hearts have joined together today, and they'll never be apart again. Unless one of them dies. But even then, they'll still be together in spirit (and probably haunting each other).
  • Wishing you both loads of love and happiness on this wonderful day and always.
  • They say that love conquers all. Well, congratulations on conquering love!
  • Congratulations on your wedding day to two of my best friends! There better be an open bar or I retract my previous statement.
  • Congrats on finding your soulmate! (or as close to a soulmate as one can get).
  • 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!
  • All you need is love… and maybe some wine when things get rough. From your best friend who's always here for you with an open bottle (of wine).
  • Best friends for life! Congrats on your big day!
  • To my best friend on their wedding day: may your life together be as sweet as cake… and lasts longer than the cake too!
  • A toast to the happy couple! May your lives be filled with loads of love, happiness, and Advil.

Wedding Card Message for a Sibling

  • Brother, I’m thrilled you found someone to love and care about for the rest of your life.
  • Brother, may your life stay sweet,
  • Our family is especially blessed to welcome your beautiful bride into our fold. May your marriage always be sweet, brother.
  • May God fill your life with everlasting happiness. My Bro, marriage is like Tom and Jerry. The story is never complete without the other. I want to wish you a happy and lovely marriage life.
  • Sending you wedding wishes and little sister kisses. I love you, sweet brother.
  • Dear brother, today you are gaining a wife and I am gaining a sister. Great love to you on your wedding day.
  • May you always enjoy life side by side
  • May this be the best day so far in your life brother, she just made you the king, rule your kingdom with awe and admiration. Congrats on your wedding.
  • Have a beautiful marriage brother and may all your life together be filled with too much togetherness and love. Best wishes to you and dear sis-in-law.
  • My sweetest brother, may your marriage be filled with happy smiles.
  • My brother and best friend is about to become a husband, and I am thrilled to welcome your bride into the family. Congratulations!
  • Brother, savor the ceremony and the celebration and know how much I love you.
  • Your journey is long. Keep up the love, faith, and trust for one another. Be real to each other and let the endless love be your portion. Best wishes on your wedding.
  • I’m heading for a wedding, and I can’t wait to see the two of you united. Best wishes to my dear brother and his future wife.
  • We have countless good memories of growing up together, brother. From this day forward, may you make beautiful memories with your charming wife.
  • Brother, you made me know how it feels to love someone. I wish you an endless marriage that does not get broken. Happy Married Life.
  • My handsome brother, may you always be as happy as you are today. Congratulations on finding a wonderful wife.
  • My brother, I know she is your true love by the way you look at her. Congratulations on finding your soul mate.
  • May your home be filled with happiness, may your life be filled with loving kindness. As your little sister, I am so happy for you! I wish you Happy married life brother.
  • May marriage bring blessings to both of you.
  • May you be blessed today and forevermore, brother.

Wedding Card Message for a Father Getting Married

  • She's lucky to have you.
  • I'm sure Mom would have loved name of spouse, too
  • #marriagegoals ;)
  • ______, I know Mom would have been so happy to see you become part of our family
  • I know Mom would be happy for you too.
  • I know she would have loved _____
  • I know you'll be so happy together
  • You deserve all the happiness in the world.
  • All the best on this momentous occasion!
  • _____ is so lucky to have you as a husband. I hope she knows how lucky she is.
  • May your life together be full of love and laughter.
  • I'm glad you waited until I was to get married again.
  • I can't wait to meet her.
  • Thank you for being an amazing role model of what true love looks like
  • Congrats on finding true love again.
  • I always knew you'd find the perfect person to spend your life with
  • Now I'll have twice the number of people telling me what to do!
  • So excited to hear that you're getting married!
  • Dad, I'm so happy for you! This is a great day
  • Seeing how much joy you have brought each other gives me hope and happiness for my own future relationships
  • I know Mom would be so happy for you today if she was still here with us
  • I love you, and I'm so proud of you
  • I'm so happy for you!
  • I always wanted a sister/brother and now I finally do!
  • I hope you have a beautiful day.
  • I hope your marriage is everything you've ever dreamed of and more
  • May your marriage be everything you've ever dreamed of.

Wedding Card Message for Your Mother Getting Married

  • I'm so happy for you and ____________! You deserve all the happiness in the world
  • You look so beautiful
  • Wishing you loads of love on your special day
  • I'm so glad you found someone who makes you so happy
  • Your wedding Is just the beginning of a beautiful journey
  • I hope your marriage. Is everything you've ever wanted
  • May God bless your marriage with love, joy, and happiness
  • May your life together be filled with love and happiness
  • We're so lucky to have ___________ as part of our family now
  • I wish you all the happiness In the world
  • Welcome to the family, ______________!
  • I know you'll make each other very happy
  • AllI ever wanted was for you to be happy—and today, seeing you so radiant and joyful,I know that you are
  • Your smile lights up the room—just likeIt did on my wedding day
  • I'm glad you found someone who makes you so happy
  • I'm so happy for you
  • Congratulations on this new chapterIn your life
  • I'm so excited to see what the future holds for you both
  • Wedding Card Message to Send When You Couldn't Attend The Wedding

Wedding Card Message To Send When You Couldn't Attend The Wedding

  • Your wedding day will come and go, but may your love forever grow!
  • I hope today is everything you've ever dreamed it would be and more!
  • Cheers to a long and happy marriage!
  • May your wedding day be just the beginning of a long and happy journey together
  • Wishing you loads of love and happiness on your wedding day!
  • Congratulations on your wedding! I hope you have a lifetime of happiness ahead of you
  • Congratulations on making your relationship official! Wishing you loads of love in the years to come
  • I’m sorry we couldn’t make the trip, but we are celebrating with you from afar
  • I'm so sorry I couldn't be there on your special day, but I'm thinking of you both and am so happy for you!
  • Hoping that today is just the beginning of a long and happy journey together
  • May your marriage be everything that you've ever dreamed it would be
  • Sending lots of love and congratulations to you both on this beautiful occasion
  • Wishing you a beautiful future filled with lots of love, laughter and happiness!
  • So excited for this new chapter in your lives! Best wishes always
  • I wish nothing but happiness for you both as you start your married life together
  • I know that today might not be perfect, but it's perfect because it's yours
  • Best wishes to you both on this very special day
  • I'm thinking of you both on your wedding day and sending all my love!
  • Today is a truly special day because it marks the start of your Happily Ever After
  • I'm sorry I couldn't be there with you on your big day, but I'm sending you all my love!
  • I hope you can feel that there are people across the world joining in your joy and celebrations

How to Sign and End a Wedding Card Message

  • Love always,
  • Lots of love
  • With every ounce of our being
  • Congratulations Lovebirds,
  • Wishing you a lifetime of happiness”
  • Best wishes!
  • Lots of Love to you Both,
  • Take Good Care of Each Other,
  • All my love
  • Love Always and Forever,
  • God bless you both,
  • An ocean of love
  • With Love,
  • From the deepest depths of our hearts
  • Warmly,
  • Warmest congratulations,
  • With all our love
  • Congrats Newlyweds,
  • So much love
  • Blessings,
  • Congratulations and best wishes,
  • Congratulations!
  • Love,
  • With everything we have in us
  • Best Wishes for Your Future,
  • Loads of love
  • Best wishes for your life together,
  • Much love to you both,
  • Wishing you nothing but happiness”
  • Gratefully,
  • All our love
  • God bless you now and always,
  • All life’s best to the two of you,
  • From the bottom of our hearts
  • With all my love

Whether you’re looking for traditional wedding wishes, something more lighthearted or even humorous, we hope you find the perfect wording in our collection above. No matter what words you choose, simply conveying that you wish the couple a lifetime of love and happiness is always sure to fill them with joy on their special day.