75 meaningful (and funny) wedding wishes for everyone in your life
Clinically reviewed by Dr. Chris Mosunic, PhD, RD, MBA
Stuck on what to say in a wedding card? Whether you want something sweet, funny, or heartfelt, these 75 wedding wishes will help you share the love with everyone in your life.
Choosing a wedding gift is easy if the couple has a registry, but figuring out what to write in the card (or notes section) is a whole other story. You want to say something sincere, kind, maybe even a little funny. But “Congratulations!” may feel impersonal, and a longer message can feel rambling or try-hard.
Whether you’re close to the couple or barely know them, finding the right words can feel surprisingly high-stakes. The key is to take the pressure off yourself. You don’t need to pour your heart out — you’re just trying to make a small moment feel personal and warm. That’s it.
Still, it’s easier said than done. Here’s a mix of meaningful, funny, and versatile wedding wishes for all kinds of relationships. Use them as-is, tweak them to fit your voice, or just borrow a line to get started
What should you write in a wedding card?
Trying too hard to be original can make even the most well-meaning message seem awkward or overthought.
In reality, your message doesn’t have to be profound, but it should be genuine and sound like you. Whether you’re writing to your best friend, your distant cousin, or a coworker you don’t know as well, the key is to honor the relationship you have.
If you’re not sure where to start, a simple structure can help:
Start with a warm congratulations.
Add a sentence that speaks to the couple or your connection with them.
End with a hopeful wish or a personal touch.
And if that still feels daunting, don’t worry. Here are a few ready-to-go wedding wishes for every kind of relationship.
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60 wedding wishes for all types of relationships
When it comes to wedding wishes, context matters. What you write to your childhood best friend probably isn’t what you’d write to your manager or a second cousin. The goal is to make your message warm, respectful, and in some cases, a little playful.
Wedding wishes for friends
Your friends know you, which means you have a little more room to show your personality. Whether you’re going for heartfelt or hilarious, think about what kind of tone matches your friendship and their bond.
“You two make love look easy. Here’s to a lifetime of laughter, growth, and takeout at least once a week.”
“Wishing you a lifetime of joy and no more conversations about seating charts.”
“May your partnership be as solid as your playlists and as exciting as your Sunday fun-day invitations.”
“You’re not just partners, you’re the only couple I know with the exact same taste in TV. Cheers to that!”
“To late-night dance parties, a few questionable life choices, and an endless supply of love.”
“No big speech here — just really happy for you both. You nailed it.”
“Thank you for always letting me be your third wheel. Love you!”
“Keep making each other laugh. Your joy is contagious and we’re all better for it.”
“You two make building a life together look like the best kind of adventure.”
“May you grow old together, but stay at least a little immature too (for my sake).”
“You two are like summer: warm, fun, and everyone’s favorite. Congratulations!”
“Let’s be real: You two are my favorite couple. Don’t tell the others. Congrats!”
“Cheers to love, laughter, and all the weirdness that makes you, you.”
“Here’s to resilience, curiosity, patience, and more love than you know what to do with.”
“Your best is yet to come. So glad I have a front row seat to it all.”
“May your marriage be as bright as that neon sign we tried to steal in college.”
“You’re the kind of couple that makes everyone else go, ‘Okay, soulmates might be real.’"
“To the couple that turns ordinary days into spectacular ones.”
“Congratulations on finding your person, and having the best stocked fridge of anyone I know.”
“Wishing you all the best parts of a shared life: late-night laughs, morning coffee chats, and always feeling at home with each other.”
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Wedding wishes for family
Weddings can bring out all the feels, especially with family. Whether you’re writing to a sibling, cousin, or a new in-law, these messages help you express warmth, support, and a little familial love.
“We’re so lucky to welcome [Name] into our family. Wishing you joy, peace, and lots of holiday dinners with me!”
“To my favorite sibling and their amazing partner: Congrats! (P.S. I still expect you at game night.)”
“So happy to see you this happy. You’ve got the whole family cheering you on.”
“You’ve built something beautiful together, and I can’t wait to see what you do next."
“I feel so lucky to watch your love story unfold. Here’s to many years of laughter.”
“So proud of the people you’ve become and the life you’re building together.”
“So glad to be part of your wedding day — and every day after that.”
“I’m so happy you found each other (and that you’re still willing to share all your passwords with me).”
“Our whole family is thrilled that you’ve found a partner who makes you shine even brighter.”
“May your days be full of laughter and your nights full of good conversation (and maybe one more episode).”
“I hope your marriage is just like our Christmas dinner: silly, a little rowdy, and always full of great food. I mean, love. Full of love.”
“Our family just got bigger in the best possible way. Congrats!”
“Cheers to a marriage full of joy, everlasting love, and tolerance for our crazy family.”
“So happy that [Name] is officially part of our family now — and I call dibs on sitting next to them at the next dinner.”
“So happy we get to build future traditions together.”
“Cheers to family vacations, movie nights — and so much love.”
“So happy you chose each other. Congratulations!”
“Here’s to always showing up for each other and building something real. I love you guys.”
“Wishing you a life built on kindness, filled with love, and full of joy.”
“You’ve got each other — and you’re both stuck with me forever. Love you!”
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Wedding wishes for coworkers or acquaintances
If you’re attending a wedding where you know the couple more casually, you don’t have to overthink it. Keep your message positive, supportive, and simple. A little bit of sincerity goes a long way.
“Congratulations to you both! Wishing you happiness in every chapter to come.”
“Here’s to building a beautiful life together, filled with adventure and mutual calendar invites.”
“So thrilled for you! May your days be filled with laughter, and your inbox always manageable.”
“Wishing you love, laughter, and a lifetime of inside jokes.”
“Love the new title: spouse. Congrats on the best promotion ever!”
“May you both always find balance between work, rest, and TV binges.”
“So happy to celebrate with you. Here’s to love and low-stress Monday mornings.”
“Congratulations! Wishing you a happy home and plenty of PTO days together.”
“Huge congrats! Wishing you a life full of laughter, partnership, and weekends that actually feel like weekends.”
“Wishing you both a future as bright as your office light. (And that thing is bright.)”
“Here’s to a marriage that’s as organized and joyful as your meeting notes.”
“Congrats! I hope your new title—life partner!—brings you great joy.”
“So happy for you both. Cheers to the ultimate dream team.”
“Wishing you years of great partnership. Congratulations!”
“May your marriage be even stronger than every breakroom coffee (if that’s even possible!).”
“Congrats! Here’s to love, teamwork, and not checking Slack on your honeymoon.”
“Your next great project: a lifetime of love!”
“Wishing you both a bright future. Congratulations!”
“Congrats! May your married life come with there’s-doughnuts-in-the-break-room happiness.”
“Here’s to building a bright future together: strong, kind, and full of laughter.”
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15 funny and playful wedding wishes
Some couples are sentimental, and others aren’t. If your relationship with the couple is playful, a funny note can be a perfect way to show up with love and levity.
The key is to keep the humor warm and never at the couple’s expense. Instead, crack a joke or make a gentle jab.
Here are some ideas to get you started:
“Marriage: because two people are better than one at forgetting where they parked.”
“Wishing you decades of love, laughter, and arguing over what to watch next.”
“Here’s to a lifetime of debating what to eat for dinner.”
“So glad you found someone whose weirdness is compatible with yours.”
“Congrats on your merger. May your partnership have excellent synergy.”
“Congrats! Here’s to choosing each other — even when one of you is definitely wrong (and we all know who that is).”
“May your arguments be short, and your home stocked with great snacks.”
“I hope you never run out of toilet paper or patience for each other.”
“Here’s to a lifetime of pretending to care about each other’s favorite shows.”
“Here’s to love, laughter, and very different ideas of what 'on time' means.”
“Cheers to a life of love and never agreeing on how early to leave for the airport.”
“May your life together be filled with joy, patience, and the exact right number of throw pillows.”
“So happy for you (and jealous you never have to use dating apps again!).”
“Marriage: where ‘compromise’ means one of you quietly does it their way anyway. Congratulations!”
“Congrats! You’ve officially locked in someone to help you find your phone every day forever.”
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Wedding wishes FAQs
What makes a good congratulations message for a wedding?
A good wedding message doesn’t need to be profound or poetic — it just needs to feel personal and warm. You’re acknowledging a big moment in someone’s life and offering your support as they start this new chapter.
The best messages strike a balance between heartfelt and true to your voice. Whether you go with a simple “Wishing you all the happiness in the world” or something more specific, what matters most is that it feels genuine.
What’s a simple wedding wish if I don’t know the couple well?
If your connection to the couple is more distant—think plus-one, coworker, or extended family friend—keep it gracious and universal. A line like, “Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness,” is always safe.
You can also mention the joy of being part of their celebration, even if your relationship is more casual. Something like, “So glad to celebrate with you — wishing you all the best!” goes a long way.
Is it okay to write funny wedding wishes?
Yes, it’s okay to write funny wedding wishes if it fits the relationship. Humor can make your card feel memorable and heartfelt, as long as it’s the kind of joke the couple would enjoy. Inside jokes, shared experiences, or playful nods to married life work well.
Still, you should avoid anything that could come across as cynical or awkward, especially around topics like in-laws, money, or divorce. If you’re unsure whether a joke will land, play it safe or stick with a mix of sweet and silly.
How can I write a meaningful wedding wish for a friend?
To write a meaningful wedding wish for a friend, start with what you love about them. A short reflection on how far they’ve come, how happy they seem, or what their relationship has brought into your life can go a long way. If you’ve witnessed their love story unfold, consider mentioning a moment that stood out.
You don’t need to write a full love letter — just a few lines that reflect your connection and celebrate this milestone. A note like, “Seeing you so happy is such a gift. I’m so proud of the life you’re building together,” is both personal and impactful.
How long should a wedding card message be?
A few sentences are more than enough. One heartfelt line is better than a rambling paragraph that loses its point. If you’re close to the couple, you might write a little more, but even then, think quality over quantity. A short message with a clear tone—warm, kind, celebratory—is always better than overthinking it.
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