118 Valentine’s wishes to send to all the special people in your life
Clinically reviewed by Dr. Chris Mosunic, PhD, RD, MBA
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Valentine’s Day is generally the one day a year when love is loudly and unapologetically on display. Sure, it can be eye-roll worthy — but it’s also a beautiful opportunity to show your love to the people who keep you sane and make your days brighter.
But sometimes, figuring out how to express that love can be a little overwhelming. Sending a heartfelt text to your best friend, a sweet note to your partner, and an appreciative email to your coworker are all going to be a little bit different and if you don’t strike the right balance, things could get a little awkward.
If you’re struggling to know the best way to let the people in your life know how much you love them or just appreciate them, we get it. Stop stressing — here are 118 suggestions for the perfect Valentine’s Day message.
30 Valentine’s wishes for significant others
If there’s one person expecting a Valentine’s message from you, it’s probably your significant other. This person most likely already knows how much you care, but a little extra love on Valentine’s Day is always appreciated.
Here are 30 wishes that you could use to help let your person know how much they mean to you.
Sweet and simple (because love doesn’t need to be complicated)
“Happy Valentine’s Day to my favorite person. Life’s just better when you’re next to me.”
“You make everything shinier and my bad days better. I love you.”
“Every day with you is my favorite. Let’s make a million more of them.”
“You’re my best decision and my most thrilling adventure.”
“Loving you is easy. Happy Valentine’s Day to the person who makes me smile the most.”
Romantic (aka, the kind of messages that make you swoon)
“I’d choose you in every lifetime. Over and over. Happy Valentine’s Day.”
“You’re who I dreamed up when I was little. But better. I love you.”
“You’re the best part of every day, even when we fight. And especially when we make up.”
“You still make my heart race and my stomach flutter.”
“I can’t believe I get to call you mine.”
“I love you and I like you. And then some.”
“I must’ve done something really good in a past life to get you in this one.”
“You drive me wild, turn my world upside down, and make me see stars.”
“You make me better, you challenge me, and there’s no one I’d rather do this life with than you.”
“I love you. I can’t even take how smart, sexy, kind, and funny you are.”
“You’re the first thing I want to see in the morning and the last thing I want to see before I close my eyes at night. I love you.”
Funny (for the couples whose love language is inside jokes)
“I love you even when you pretend to sleep in the morning so I feed the dog.”
“You’re my best friend. (After Sam. And Alex. And my mom. But definitely in the top four!)
“I still can’t believe how lucky I am. I hit the jackpot the day we met. (Oh, and I guess we had our first date that day too.)”
“I love you times infinity. Or whatever’s bigger than that. You know I’m not good at math.”
“I love you so much I wrote a love song on the guitar for you. But then realized the best present I could give you was not playing the guitar at you. (But just know it was really cute and romantic.)”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! I made something extra-special for dinner tonight: reservations. (We both know it’s for the best.)”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for still putting up with me when I’m hangry.”
For long-distance love
“I hate that I’m not there with you today, but I’m counting down the days until I am again. I love you and can’t wait to kiss you.”
“Even though you’re far away, I want you to know that I’ve been bragging all day that I have the best valentine out there. People are annoyed and are asking me to stop saying it. But I won’t.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! I miss you, I love you, and I can’t wait until I get to kiss and hug you.”
“Even though we’re not together today, I’m so lucky you’re my valentine. Can’t wait to do it up big the next time we see each other!”
Casual but meaningful (for new relationships, situationships, and the ‘we don’t do mushy’ crowd)
“Hey, I like you. A lot. Happy Valentine’s Day.”
“You’re fun. You’re hot. You’re my Valentine. I win!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! You make me smile and laugh. Let’s do more of that today.”
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24 Valentine’s wishes for friends
Valentine’s Day tends to be marketed as a couples-only event, but real ones know that the best love stories are about friendship. Our friends are the ones that hear us rant about our jobs, receive our unhinged memes in the middle of the night, and never judge us for eating an entire pint of ice cream straight from the container. (Want to make and keep more friends as an adult? Try these 10 ways to connect.)
If you want to remind your friends just how much you appreciate them, here are 24 Valentine’s Day wishes that will make them smile.
Heartfelt (for the friends who are your family)
“Happy Valentine’s Day to the person who’s always there for me, laughs with me, and makes me feel seen. Love you forever.”
“You’re truly family to me and I’m so lucky to have you in my life. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“You’re the kind of friend they write movies about. And it’d win an Oscar too. I love you.”
“I couldn’t do this thing called life without you. Thank you for always making everything better. Love you!”
“You’ve seen me at my best and my worst—and even below that—and yet you’re still here. You’re everything to me and I’m so beyond lucky to have you in my life.”
“So beyond grateful for you. My life would be so much worse if you weren’t in it.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day. You bring so much joy into my life in many different ways that I’d need hours to tell you about it. Let’s get dinner soon so I can. I love you.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day. You have the biggest heart and the best laugh.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day. You’re the smartest and funniest and kindest and all the other ‘-ests’ out there.
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Let’s get dinner soon and laugh until we cry and then cry until we laugh.”
Funny (for the friends who just get you)
“Happy Valentine’s Day to my favorite person to text, call, and DM with. (Don’t tell my partner. Just kidding, they know. They say Happy Valentine’s day too.)”
“Hey, I love you, let’s go to a party soon, set up shop in the corner, and ignore everyone else.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Sucks that everyone else doesn’t get to have you as a friend. But I’m okay with that.”
“Happy Love Day! You’re the only person I’d willingly answer a phone call from.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day to my unpaid therapist, and emergency contact. You’re stuck with me.”
“Hey, I love you. And if we were on that door in ‘Titanic,’ I’d totally share it with you.”
“You’re my person. Thanks for being honest enough to tell me not to get bangs, but still telling me I looked good when I ignored you (and promptly regretted it.)”
Short and sweet (for when you just want to send a quick ‘thinking of you’ message)
“Happy Valentine’s Day! You’re perfect. And I won’t hear otherwise.”
“Wishing you a Valentine’s Day filled with love, laughter, and whatever else you want today because, duh, you deserve it!”
“I love you, and you’re stupid smart. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“Happy love day to someone who I love so much and who makes me feel so loved!”
“So grateful you were born. Happy Valentine’s!”
“Love you, appreciate you, and you’re my favorite.”
“Just a little note to remind you — you are loved!”
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32 Valentine’s wishes for family
Your parents, siblings, grandparents—and your one aunt who always texts in all caps—have most likely been there through every phase of your life (including the ones you’d rather forget). It can be nice to show them a little appreciation on Valentine’s Day too, especially since they’ve probably played a big role in teaching you about love.
If you want to let the people who shaped you, raised you, and still somehow claim you to know how much they mean to you this Valentine’s Day, here are 32 wishes you can send their way.
For parents (because they put up with a lot)
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thank you for always being my biggest supporter and my rock. I love you!”
“I have the greatest parents in the world, and the galaxy too. Love you to the stars and back.”
“Thanks for putting up with all my door slams when I was younger. I love you endlessly. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day to the people who loved me first — and still do. I love you no matter what.”
“You taught me what love really means — patience, kindness, and always checking in to make sure I’ve eaten.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! I submitted you to the Guinness World Records as ‘Best parents in the world.’ They haven’t gotten back to me but I’m sure you have it in the bag.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thank you for shaping me into the person I am today… even if I still ignore half of your advice.”
“I’m so lucky to have you as my parents. You are the coolest. Thanks for showing me what unconditional love is.”
For siblings (even if they sometimes annoy you)
“So happy I can kick you under the table at every holiday dinner. Wouldn’t have it any other way. Love you.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day to my lifelong competitor, and the only person who truly gets our family’s weirdness.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! I love you even though you steal all my stuff.”
“Thanks for always texting me to remind me to respond in the family group chat. Love you.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for being my built-in first friend.”
“Just wanted to let you know that I’m still the favorite. Maybe next year you’ll finally get the title though. Love you!”
“There’s no one I’d rather scream at, swear I’ll never talk to again, and then grab dinner an hour later with as if nothing happened. I love you.”
“I can’t wait to fight over who gets the shotgun seat until we’re in our 80s. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
For grandparents (because their love is unmatched)
“Happy Valentine’s Day to the sweetest and best huggers out there!
“You’ve always shown me what love means. Sending you so much love today and always!”
“Thanks for giving me all my good looks. I love you!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day to my favorite storyteller. Thanks for always entertaining me and teaching me.”
“You’re the backbone of his family and I’ve learned so much from you. I love you with every fiber of my being.”
“This family is so wonderful because of you and everything you’ve done for it. I’m so grateful for you every single day.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! You have always made me feel loved, no matter what. You mean the absolute world to me.”
“Thank you for spoiling me since the minute I was born. I’m beyond lucky.”
For extended family (aunts, uncles, cousins, etc.)
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Sending you tons of love today!”
“Love you! You’re my favorite person to whisper in the corner with at all the family functions!”
“Wishing you the happiest Valentine’s Day! Can’t wait to hug you the next time I see you!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Hope you get tons of chocolate today. The good, expensive kind!”
“So grateful for you! Our family would be so much worse if you weren’t in it. Love you!”
“Thinking of you today and sending a big hug. Hope you feel as special today as you always make me feel!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day to my favorite (aunt/uncle/cousin)! Don’t tell anyone else and ignore anyone who says that I sent them this exact same message — they’re lying.”
“Just want to let you know that you make me smile every time I see you and I love you!”
32 Valentine’s wishes for coworkers
When you spend 40-plus hours a week with people, they basically become your work-family. And while Valentine’s Day might not be an official office holiday, it’s still a great excuse to send some appreciation to the people who make your 9-to-5 a little more bearable.
If you’re wanting to spread some cheer and honor your work friendships, or even just your friendly colleagues — we’ve got you.
Here are 32 Valentine’s wishes you can use that can potentially brighten your coworker’s day and put out a little kindness into the world.
For your general coworkers (because teamwork makes the dream work)
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for always making lunch breaks so much more enjoyable.”
“Cheers to an amazing team! I hope your day is meeting-free.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s hoping there are chocolates in the break room.”
“This job would be awful if you weren’t here. Thanks for making my work days so much better!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Hope it’s filled with plenty of rest and tons of good food.”
“Hope you feel extra appreciated today. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“Sending you tons of good vibes today! I’m so happy I get to work with you.”
“Just want to say that you’re awesome. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
For your work bestie (aka the reason you haven’t quit yet)
“Happy Valentine’s Day to the person with the funniest Slack messages, the best snacks, and the world’s best eye-rolls.”
“I couldn’t do this without you. Thanks for being the best co-worker ever known to man. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“Happy Valentine’s to my office bestie! You’re so talented and I’m very grateful I get to learn from you.”
“You’re the only reason I willingly show up on Mondays (and Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, and… you get it.) Happy Valentine’s Day, work wife!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for always cheering me on and being a shoulder to lean on when work gets overwhelming.”
“The days when you’re on vacation are the worst days here. Hope you know that. Happy Valentine’s Day work wife!”
“Happy Valentine’s to my favorite coworker! Thanks for always covering for me when I ‘lose Wi-Fi’ during Zoom meetings.”
“I always look forward to going on walks with you during our breaks. Thanks for the existing office bestie!”
For your boss (because brown-nosing isn’t always a bad thing)
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for being a great leader.”
“Wishing you a wonderful Valentine’s Day! Grateful for your support and leadership.”
“Thanks for all your helpful advice and your thoughtful feedback. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for everything you do for our team.”
“Appreciate all you do — hope your Valentine’s Day is a good one!”
A professional but heartfelt note to show a little appreciation
“Wishing you a Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for being such a great leader — your support and guidance mean so much.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Hope your day’s filled with appreciation.”
“Thank you for creating a work environment where kindness and teamwork thrive. Wishing you a great Valentine’s Day!”
A simple message to spread a little positivity (without overstepping)
“Hope you have a fantastic Valentine’s Day filled with all the things that make you happy!”
“Wishing you a wonderful Valentine’s Day! May your workload be light and your day end a couple minutes early.”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Just want to say I really enjoy working with you and always look forward to what you have to say in meetings.”
For remote coworkers (because emojis only go so far)
“Just wanted to say that messaging with you is always such a bright spot in my day. Happy Valentine’s Day!”
“Hope your Valentine’s Day is restorative and filled with things that bring you joy!”
“Happy Valentine’s from across the screen! Hope it’s a stress-free day filled with no wi-fi issues — and I hope I didn’t just jinx it by saying that!”
“Hope you have a great Valentine’s Day and you’re under a really comfy blanket right now!”
“Happy Valentine’s Day! Just want to say I really admire your work ethic.”
Valentines wishes FAQs
What are some Valentine’s wishes for her?
Writing a Valentine’s message to your girlfriend, wife, or the new woman in your life you’re trying to impress can sometimes feel overwhelming. But if you keep it simple, heartfelt, and thoughtful, you most likely will make her feel special.
In general, a simple “I love you” can go a long way. But adding a little extra effort can make it that much sweeter. One way you could add a little more is by saying something like, “Loving you is easy. Happy Valentine’s to the person who makes me smile the most.”
If you’re wanting something a little more playful though, you could use, “I love you so much I wrote a love song on the guitar for you. But then realized the best present I could give you was not playing the guitar at you. (But just know that it was really cute and romantic.)”
What are good Valentine’s wishes for him?
Whether your guy’s the romantic type or someone who thinks Valentine’s Day is just a marketing ploy, a thoughtful message can still go a long way and mean a lot to him — even if he acts like it doesn’t.
A simple yet meaningful message you could use is, “Every day with you is my favorite. Let’s make a million more of them.”
If you're wanting something more lighthearted, try, “Happy Valentine’s Day! Thanks for still putting up with me when I’m hangry.”
And if you’re in a new relationship and don’t want to overdo it, you could try something casual like, “Happy Valentine’s Day! You make me smile and laugh. Let’s do more of that today.”
What is the best message for Valentine’s Day?
There’s no “best” message to send on Valentine’s Day, just the one that fits your relationship and feels true to you. A good rule of thumb is to try and send a message that makes the person feel seen and appreciated.
A sweet message you could try if you’re looking to hit your romantic partner in the feels is, “You’re who I dreamed up when I was little. But better. I love you.”
If you’re looking to tell a friend how much they mean to you, you could send something like, “Happy Valentine’s Day! Let’s get dinner soon and laugh until we cry and then cry until we laugh.”
And if you’re wanting to let a family member know that they’re loved, you could send, “Happy Valentine’s Day! Thank you for teaching me what love really means — patience, kindness, and always checking in to make sure I’ve eaten.”
What is an example of some simple Valentine’s quotes?
Sometimes a short and sweet quote can capture exactly what you’re feeling. If you’re looking to use one this Valentine’s Day but aren’t sure which route to go in, try to just go with your gut and pick a quote that makes you smile or that you think would make the other person smile.
Two good romantic quotes you could choose are “You are my today and all of my tomorrows,” and “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.”
If you’re wanting to be a little poetic, one quote you could choose is “Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.” Another great option that feels simple, cute, and fun is “Love is sharing your popcorn.”
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