Bridal shower messages

If you’ve got a loved one’s bridal shower on the horizon, it’s time to pick out a thoughtful card and craft the perfect message to help them celebrate! Easier said than done, right? No worries, as whether you’re looking for something sweet, traditional, or a touch hilarious, we’ve come up with a bunch of bridal shower messages to inspire you! 

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Sweet and simple bridal shower messages 

Searching for some sweet but short bridal shower wishes that are still packed with plenty of love? Take inspiration from the below ideas, perfect for siblings, friends, and co-workers alike: 

1. Happy bridal shower day! I’m so excited to celebrate with you. 
2. Wishing you a bridal shower filled with love, excitement, and good times. 
3. Cheers to you and your new and exciting adventure. Happy bridal shower, let’s celebrate! 
4. The perfect pair. I’m so ready to shower you with love ahead of the big day. 
5. So beyond happy that everyone’s favourite couple is finally tying the knot. Today is all about celebrating your love! 
6. With the big day on the horizon, it’s only right we take the time to shower you with love (and plenty of gifts, of course). 
7. If anyone deserves all this happiness, it’s you. Happy bridal shower! 
8. It’s finally time to let the pre-wedding celebrations commence! 
9. Sending the warmest wishes to the bride-to-be! 
10. You’re getting married! But first, it’s time for some pre-wedding festivities. You ready?

Humorous bridal shower messages 

Why not infuse an already joyous occasion with an extra touch of humour? The below ideas are filled with comical sentiments, helping you say a huge congrats in a way that works for your unique relationship:  

1. Best of luck to your soon-to-be spouse, they clearly don’t know what they’re getting themselves into. Although luckily for you, they most likely love you unconditionally (just like I do).
2. Well, I guess kissing all those frogs was worth it in the end? Happy bridal shower, it’s time for the celebrations to begin! 
3. I’m certainly going to miss hearing all your wild dating stories, but I’m so happy that you’ve found the one. Let’s celebrate!  
4.  I’m really about to take third wheeling to a whole new level, aren’t I? Can’t wait to help you celebrate today and on the big day itself. 
5. After throwing you such an epic bridal shower, the least you could do is throw me that bouquet… 
6. Have an amazing bridal shower, and don’t forget there’s still time to run (just kidding, of course…). 
7. I can’t wait for all the free food and booze *cough*, sorry, I mean wedding festivities… 
8. There’s never been a happier reason for me to buy you a matching towel set! Happy bridal shower to the bride-to-be. 
9. Marriage is all about finding that special someone you want to annoy for the rest of your life. Congrats on finding yours! 
10. Hope you like all the gifts you’re about to be showered with (and if you don’t, you better have nailed the perfect poker face). 

Bridal shower quotes

When it comes to finding the perfect bride-to-be message, it’s sometimes nice to let the Wordsmiths of the world do the talking for you. So, here’s a collection of heartfelt wedding-themed quotes for the bride to think about in the run-up to the big day: 

1. “To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.”—David Viscott
2. “When you give each other everything, it becomes an even trade. Each wins all.” – Lois McMaster Bujold
3. “When you realise you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.” – When Harry Met Sally
4. “A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.” – Mignon McLaughlin
5. “Love is like a friendship caught on fire.” – Bruce Lee
6. A great marriage is not when the ‘perfect couple’ comes together. It is when an imperfect couple learns to enjoy their differences.” – Dave Meurer
7. “A good marriage is one which allows for change and growth.” – Pearl S. Buck
8. “There is no more lovely, friendly, and charming relationship, communion, or company than a good marriage.” – Martin Luther
9. “To give somebody your time is the biggest gift you can give.” – Franka Potente
10. “To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with.” – Mark Twain

Bridal shower messages for your daughter

Your little girl’s about to tie the knot? Cue the inevitable floods of tears. But before you get too carried away, you’ll need to get the formalities out of the way, including nailing the perfect card. Here are ten ways in which you can express your utter excitement: 

1. Happy bridal shower to the best daughter on the planet. I’m so proud of the person you’ve become. 
2. All a parent wants in life is for their child to find happiness, and I think you might’ve found just that. Happy bridal shower! 
3. I’m ready (with tissues in hand) to proudly watch you walk down the aisle. But first, it’s time to shower you with love! 
4. You’ve grown into the most incredible person, and I can’t wait to celebrate your happiness today. 
5. I’m so excited to watch you walk down the aisle and marry the love of your life. Cue all the happy tears. 
6. My little girl getting married…where’s all the time gone? Happy bridal shower, I’m so proud of you. 
7. I hope you know just how proud you make me. Happy bridal shower! 
8. I’m overjoyed that you’ve found someone who makes you so very happy. Happy bridal shower to the world’s loveliest daughter! 
9. There’s nothing better than seeing you so happy. Let the celebrations commence! 
10. Happy bridal shower daughter! Today’s all about you, so sit back, take it all in, and enjoy every second of it. 

Bridal shower messages for your best friend 

And finally, if you’re looking for a message for the bride-to-be (who also happens to be your very best friend), how about one of the following sentiments? 

1. I’m so happy that you’re so happy! Can’t wait to stand by your side on the big day bestie. 
2. My best friend is going to be a wife! I can’t wait to shower you with all the love you deserve today (and on the big day too).  
3. Cheers to a day of fizz, good food, and plenty of gifts. Happy bridal shower! 
4. It’s bridal shower day bestie! We’ve got it all under control, so all you have to do is have a good time. 
5. My best friend is getting married…where has all the time gone? It only seems two minutes since we were kids. 
6. In all our years of friendship, I don’t think I’ve ever seen you this happy. Happy bridal shower, I’m so excited to celebrate your love today. 
7. It’s nearly time to shower you with confetti but first let’s shower you with love. 
8. The countdown is on…. happy bridal shower day to my best friend in the world. 
9. Please don’t mind the happy tears, I just can’t believe my bestie is about to tie the knot. 
10. The day is finally here! No, not the wedding, your bridal shower. I’ve pulled out all the stops, so get ready to celebrate.

So, there we have it: an enormous list of bridal shower messages to pick and choose from! Whether you’re looking for something humorous for your bestie or a note that’s a little more sentimental for your daughter, the above ideas are bound to make the recipient smile. Steal one of them (go on, we won’t tell), or adapt one by adding in a personal memory, giving the bride-to-be a message she’ll treasure forever. 

Oh, and don’t forget the bridal shower gift! We’ve got our very own range of gifts for you to explore, including everything from prosecco and gin to truffles and candles. Or if it’s more wedding-themed inspiration you’re after, you’ll find plenty over on the thortful blog. 

You can read a couple more of our what to write guides, including what to write in a wedding card and wedding guest book messages. Or dive into our essential wedding planning checklist if you’re looking to get super prepared.