What to write in a wedding card: 30+ wedding wishes

Wedding bells are ringing, and you’ve got your suit or a brand-new dress – but before you head off to the chapel, don’t forget the card! The happy couple will love looking through their wedding cards after the big day – and chances are they’ll keep their cards for a long time to come.

So, it’s better to put a bit of effort into deciding what to write in a wedding card, right?

Don’t panic – we’re here to help with plenty of suggestions, from non-cheesy wedding card messages to funny and cute wedding wishes they’ll adore. And if you’re looking for the perfect wedding card, we’ve got your back too. Here’s a selection of just a few of our lovely designs: 

Nice wedding messages

Keep it sweet and sincere with these simple and nice things to write in a wedding card. These wishes are sure to bring a smile to the happy couples’ faces and make their big day feel even more special!

1. Wishing both of you every possible happiness, now and forever.
2. You guys are so perfect – I’m so glad to be here on your special day.
3. Sending all the love, joy, and happiness to a special couple on this wonderful occasion.
4. I’ve seen your love for each other, day in and day out, and I’m so honoured to be here to watch you make it official. Have a magical day.
5. Big love on your big day. I can’t wait to watch you two say ‘I do’.

Funny wedding card messages

Looking for some non-cheesy, funny things to write in a wedding card? We’ve got you covered with these comical sentiments, perfect for friends who love a good joke, and don’t take themselves too seriously…

1. You two weirdos are perfect for each other.
2. Marriage is a relationship in which one person is always right, and the other is the husband.
3. May the happiest moment of your wedding be when you realise that you no longer need to plan a wedding.
4. You’re getting married, and I’m getting wasted. Congrats!
5. Apologies in advance for whatever dumb sh*t I do at your wedding.

Wedding card messages for daughter and son-in-law

Watching your precious daughter get married? Make sure you’ve got a hanky handy, and don’t forget to welcome their spouse to the family with open arms using these sweet messages for wedding cards.

1. We are so pleased and proud to welcome you into our family.
2. Best wishes to our wonderful new son-in-law. Wishing you both happiness on this special day.
3. You have been part of our family for a long time now – but we’re so glad to make it official! Wishing you the most wonderful wedding day.
4. Sending all the happiness, love, and joy to such a special couple on your wedding day.
5. To our beloved daughter – we are so happy that you’ve found such a wonderful love, and we hope you’ll be very happy together for the rest of your lives.

Wedding card messages for son and daughter-in-law

Alternatively, it might be your lovely son who’s getting hitched? If so, say congrats and wish the love birds all the best with one of the below wonderful messages: 

1. Seeing the two of you so happy has been our greatest joy.
2. Thank you for caring so deeply for our son. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect partner for him.
3. We love you both very much, and we’re so excited to watch you finally tie the knot. [Name], welcome to the family.
4. What an exciting adventure you have ahead. We can’t wait to help you celebrate today! 
5. We’re truly honoured to be there on your special day. Here’s to a lifetime of fun and love. 

Wedding wishes for colleagues 

Perhaps your favourite colleague and their partner are finally tying the knot? If so, we’ve come up with some colleague wedding message ideas which are bound to make their day: 

1. Cheers to love! So happy I get to watch my favourite coworker tie the knot. 
2. Seeing you both so happy together brings me so much joy. Congratulations! 
3. It’s such a privilege to be a part of your special day. We promise to help make it one to remember. 
4. Wishing you and (partner’s name) a lifetime of love and happiness. 
5. You guys truly are a match made in heaven. Can’t wait to help you celebrate the start of your new and exciting journey. 

What to write in a wedding card for a wedding that’s been postponed

When the postponed big day comes around at last, let the happy couple know that it was worth the wait with these wedding day messages – and make them smile with one of our brilliant postponed wedding cards.

1. Finally! We can’t wait to watch you walk down the aisle at long last.
2. Patience is a virtue, and love conquers all… your wedding is finally here, so let’s have a ball!
3. Some things are worth waiting for! Happy wedding day, and congratulations to you both.
4. It’s about damn time. SO glad your big day is here at last – can’t wait to watch you guys tie the knot!
5. Good weddings come to those who wait. Happy ‘happy ever after’, guys!

Wedding wishes quotes

Finally, if you’re looking to add a little flair to your wedding day messages, why not share a thoughtful quote with the happy couple that’s sure to bring some heartfelt smiles.

1. “The highest happiness on Earth is the happiness of marriage.” – William Lyon Phelps
2. “Gravitation is not responsible for people falling in love.” – Albert Einstein
3. “True love stories never have endings.” – Richard Bach
4. “If we look at the world with a love of life, the world will reveal its beauty to us.” – Daisaku Ikeda
5. “Only married people understand that you can be miserable and happy at the same time.” –Chris Rock

Hopefully our ideas on what to write in a wedding card have inspired you to grab a pen and get writing!  

Maybe you can’t make the day? Not to worry, we’ve got a blog on wedding wishes for when you can’t attend which is ideal if you’re hoping to send love from afar! 

And, we don’t just have ideas for wedding messages for cards. If you’re a bride and groom getting ready for the big day, take a look at our article on what to write on wedding invitations so you can get one of the more stressful jobs out of the way early.

Or there’s our guide on what to write in a wedding guest book if you know the couple are sentimental and will want sweet notes from their loved ones to mark the occasion.

Finally, don’t forget that you can visit the thortful blog for even more wedding-related tips!