Beautiful wishes for wedding

Knowing what to write in a wedding card can be trickier than you might think.

Okay, so you’re overjoyed that your friend or family member is getting hitched but how to put that into words?

Sometimes a thought-provoking quote, message or poem can work perfectly – giving them a little encouragement while also adding a celebratory touch.

Here are 36 quotes, messages, wishes, greetings and poems that might fit nicely in a wedding card.

11 quotes about marriage to write in a wedding card

1) A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person – Mignon McLaughlin

2) It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages – Friedrich Nietzsche

3) The first time you marry for love, the second for money, and the third for companionship – Jackie Kennedy

4) Let the wife make the husband glad to come home, and let him make her sorry to see him leave – Martin Luther

5) My most brilliant achievement was my ability to be able to persuade my wife to marry me – Winston Churchill

6) There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage – Martin Luther

7) A happy marriage is a long conversation which always seems too short – Andre Maurois

8) One should believe in marriage as in the immortality of the soul – Honore de Balzac

9) To keep your marriage brimming, With love in the loving cup, Whenever you’re wrong, admit it; Whenever you’re right, shut up – Ogden Nash

10) Remember that creating a successful marriage is like farming: you have to start over again every morning – H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

11) I love being married. It’s so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life – Rita Rudner

Source: Brainyquote

20 messages, greetings and wishes to a friend or family member

1) Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness

2) May the love you share today grow stronger as you grow old together

3) May today be the beginning of a long, happy life together

4) Wishing you joy, love and happiness on your wedding day and as you begin your new life together

5) May the love and happiness you feel today shine through the years

6) Congratulations on your wedding!

7) We’re/I’m so happy for you!

8) Wishing you the best today and always

9) So happy to celebrate this day with you both!

10) As Bill and Ted said, ‘Be excellent to each other.’

11) Thanks for the free booze. Best wishes on a long, happy marriage!

12) Getting married is like going to drama school. May there be more comedy than melodrama

13) May the One who brought you together bless your marriage, enrich your lives and deepen your love throughout the years

14) Mazel Tov! May the joy that is yours today always fill your life

15) Congratulations on your marriage, and welcome to the family!

16) We’re delighted to share this day with you both

17) What a wonderful day for our family, and especially you two. May the joy you feel today last a lifetime

18) We/I couldn’t be happier to call you both family. Best wishes for a long and happy future together

19) I’m so happy to call you both my friends. Congratulations!

20) Of all the big life events we’ve celebrated over the years, today tops the list. Congrats!

Source: TheKnot.com

Five wedding poems to share

1) Your wedding day will come and go, but may your love forever grow

2) I make this vow today. I stand here now
Returning you what you gave me to give.
Myself complete. Myself complete in you.
My life I give, that you gave me to give.

(By Andrew Motion)

3) Let me not to the marriage of true minds admit impediments.
Love is not love which alters when it alteration finds,
or bends with the remover to remove:
Oh, no! It is an ever-fixed mark.
That looks on tempests, and is never shaken;
It is the star to every wandering bark,
Whose worth’s unknown, although his height be taken.
Love’s not Time’s fool, though rosy lips and cheeks
Within his bending sickle’s compass come;
Love alters not with his brief hours and weeks,
But bears it out even to the edge of doom.
If this be error and upon me proved,
I never writ, nor no man ever loved.

(Sonnett 116 by William Shakespeare)

4) O my Luve’s like a red, red rose,
That’s newly sprung in June:
O my Luve’s like the melodie,
That’s sweetly play’d in tune.

As fair art thou, my bonie lass,
So deep in luve am I;
And I will luve thee still, my dear,
Till a’ the seas gang dry.

Till a’ the seas gang dry, my dear,
And the rocks melt wi’ the sun;
And I will luve thee still, my dear,
While the sands o’ life shall run.

And fare-thee-weel, my only Luve!
And fare-thee-weel, a while!
And I will come again, my Luve,
Tho’ ’twere ten thousand mile!

(A red, red rose by Robert Burns)

5) I cannot promise never to be angry;
I cannot promise always to be kind.
You know what you are taking on, my darling –
It’s only at the start that love is blind.
And yet I’m still the one you want to be with
And you’re the one for me – of that I’m sure.
You are my closest friend, my favorite person,
The lover and the home I’ve waited for.
I cannot promise that I will deserve you
From this day on. I hope to pass that test.
I love you and I want to make you happy.
I promise I will do my very best.

(A Vow by Wendy Cope)

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Wedding Verse
by Linda Harrison
The time has come to stand side by side
The Groom in his glory, his beautiful Bride.
They've waited so long for this moment in time
To take their vows and say, "Will you be mine?"

Marriage is precious and to be treasured.
The love that you have can never be measured.
It joins you as one, not just with a ring,
But a future together and what it will bring.

Keep the love alive and make it last.
Remember the good times don't live in the past.
The bond that you have shows the world that you care,
Not just for yourselves, but for the family you share.

Who knows what the future may hold.
Stay strong together until you grow old.
Be there for each other, keep good memories alive.
With love and respect you will always survive.

Today is your day to cherish forever,
Never forget what brought you together.
This special time is just for you,
A time to remember when you've said "I do."

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A passage from Captain Corelli’s Mandolin
by Louis de Bernières
Love is a temporary madness,
it erupts like volcanoes and then subsides.
And when it subsides you have to make a decision.
You have to work out whether your roots have so entwined together
that it is inconceivable that you should ever part.

Because this is what love is.

Love is not breathlessness,
it is not excitement,
it is not the promulgation of eternal passion.

That is just being “in love” which any fool can do.
Love itself is what is left over when being in love has burned away,
and this is both an art and a fortunate accident.

Those that truly love, have roots that grow towards each other underground,
and when all the pretty blossom have fallen from their branches,
they find that they are one tree and not two.

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Wedding wishes

Sincerity should be the keyword with any wishes for wedding day. When it is time for you to pass along wedding wishes & wedding congratulations to the happy couple, you want them to feel the affection and bond that brought them to invite you to their wedding day and you to accept the invitation. Wedding wishes can be informal or formal, but should touch upon your desire to share your affection and memories of the couple. So many people simply don't know how to express those feelings, and so choose to recycle tired old sayings instead.

If there is simply no way that you think you can come up with something original, tasteful, short and yet to the point, you may want to use wedding wishes, as this is a fantastic way to use the words of another to express your point. Quotes can be from a famous author, a minister, a politician or historical figure. The internet has many places that provide free and famous quotes to help you design your greeting. If you are still unsure, just remember that restraint is a good thing, and that a light touch is the best way to express your greetings and congratulations. For example:

• Beauty is love, and beauty is evident today. Congratulations on your beautiful wedding.
• Wishing that your marriage will be as happy and beautiful as your wedding.

Wedding wishes

• May the bloom of God’s blessings colour your wedding with fruitfulness and conjugal peace. Happy Wedlock
• When two are knotted as one, both families and friends share in oneness of their marital union; may this marriage be a bridge to usher happiness, peace and prosperity.
• As you enter this new life as one, may peace, love and strength of two become one to nourish and nurture your marital life to fruitfulness.
• May the hope and dream of your marriage bloom like a beautiful sunflower. Happy Wedlock
• Congratulations! May you find favour in the sight of our God and may He bless your marriage with boundless joy, fruitfulness and favour.
• As you step into a new life as new couples, you become treasure to our community and the world. May your light of parenthood shine like star on dark sky. Happy Married life
• Your wedding is like bloom of a flower— beautiful and full of hope; may your love and care for one another know no bound. Happy Wedlock
• Let love be the focal point of your daily life. May you find hope, peace, faith and love in each other’s arms.
• Blessed is the man who finds a wife. May the joy of your new home be filled with laughter, smiles, kisses, hugs, respect, understanding and faithfulness. Happy Wedlock
• Marriage is not a bed of roses; always remember that you are two people sharing one soul and may your love and faithfulness for one another guide all your decisions.
• Here is to making a wish and having it come true – congratulations on your happy wedding!
• Wishing you joy from this day forward; may troubles fall aside and fortune become your friend – Congratulations on your wedding.
• May all of your days together be as beautiful and cherished as this one – here's to your future together as bride and groom!
• May you have the strength to tackle trouble, the softness to hold good fortune, and the wisdom to tell the difference.
• In hope that your life will be filled with peace and joy, we gather together for you and no others. Congratulations!
• Life only affords some opportunities once, and if that opportunity is seized, the end result is your wedding.
• Cherish these days for the beautiful gift that they are. May all of your dreams come true and all of your days be sunny.
• As you see your family and friends gather for you, know that you are loved not only by your new spouse, but the entire world on this day.
• As you begin your new life together, may you look forward to all of the seasons of life together, from the spring of youth to the winter of age.
• What force brings together this couple and this group? Love. Love of each other and love of life.
• Your wedding days are filled with the hope that every tomorrow will be better than the one before.
• May you delight in all that you see and hear in your life together. Congratulations.
• If true love could be captured in a moment, that moment would be today.
• Hold to the happiness you feel today.
• Thank you for sharing your best and beautiful day with us – may you both enjoy every blessing under the sun.

Wedding Congratulations

• May happiness find you in every corner of the globe as you begin your new life together. Congratulations.
• Wishing that all of your memories will be as sweet as the one from today.
• As you begin your journey as man and wife, may your road be smooth and filled with joyful adventures until you reach your destination.
• You have filled our day with lightened hearts and tears of joy. Congratulations on your happiness.
• Was ever any day as beautiful as this one, or any couple as in love? Thank you for sharing with us.
• Love, that enduring sensation, deserves its glory. Congratulations on your wedding.
• Through the doubt and fear, love triumphs once again. Congratulations on proving that happy endings really exist.
• Love is as changeable as a summer day, and as sweet. May all of your days of marriage be as perfect as July, and as free as the soft winds.
• Who hasn't dreamed of this day that will entwine two lives forever more? Congratulations on finding your other half.
• Love is more than an emotion; it is a triumph over adversity and is a celebration of life itself. Congratulations on declaring your love on this day.
• As a delicate flower needs rain, so too does love need affirmation. Congratulations on your wedding.
• Thank you for inspiring the thought of true love on your wedding day.
• May the eyes always smile and the heart always beat in sight of your loved one. Congratulations.
• Hoping you can feel our happiness for your fortune on this happy day.
• Wishing you fulfillment of every dream. Congratulations.

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Your presence, your gift and a few special words are all the ingredients to make your friend’s wedding more special for him/her. The two first are generally more easy to find, but when it comes to words, there is often a huge problem. Many things to say and so little space in a single wedding card. No worries, because below you can find a bunch of beautiful wedding day wishes for friends that can make fit in anybody’s heart!

Beautiful wedding day wishes for friends

1. ¤ I/we couldn’t be happier for this fusion of souls, this merger of hearts, this blending of dreams. May you always be happy together.
2. ¤ As you enter into this beautiful covenant, may the desires of your hearts always remain true to each other. Hugs, kisses and our best wedding day wishes.
3. ¤ The secret to a happy marriage is no secret at all. It’s simply love, in every act, substantial or small. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.
4. ¤ One good thing about growing old together is that the more wrinkly and gray you get, the more your spouse’s eyesight declines. May you have a happy married life pal!
5. ¤ You are one smart cookie for marrying your woman. Just don’t leave crumbs on the floor. May the happiness, love and joy you feel today shine forever.
6. ¤ A new adventure has just began. Enjoy every single moment of your new and mysterious challenge!
7. ¤ Here’s the secret to a long marriage: No matter what the day has brought, go to bed with a little kiss, and always touch toes. Congratulations!
8. ¤ Honor, cherish, love, respect. Converse, encourage, kiss, reflect. Happy marrying!
9. ¤ As your “once upon a time” unfolds, may each chapter be filled with success, each page written with love.

1. ¤ May God bless you with a home full of love, life, loyalty, and laughter.
2. ¤ Though your wedding day will not last long, may your marriage be a forever love song.
3. ¤ May your hearts always beat for each other as you begin one of life’s most beautiful journeys.
4. ¤ Marriage is a beautiful convergence of two journeys. May the roads of life lead you to adventure.
5. ¤ Today, the final pieces of the puzzle have been put in place creating a magnificent scene of the love you share. May your marriage be picture perfect always.
6. ¤ The hearts of everyone here are overflowing with love for the two of you on this special day. I/we hope you will always feel the love.
7. ¤ Many years from today, you will have created a photo album of lives shared, children raised, and amazing adventures. May it always bring you joy; Congratulations.
8. ¤ All the love songs and poems in the world were written for you. May you live them out each day.
9. ¤ Heaven rejoices as two become one. Congratulations on your wedding day!
10. ¤ As you look through the lens of life, may love be your focal point today and always.
11. ¤ You have found the greatest gift of all–love. May you rejoice in it all the days of your lives.
12. ¤ As you walk the path of life together, may you always hold hands. Lots of love today and beyond.
13. ¤ As the story of your life is penned, may each word be dipped in the inkwell of love.
14. ¤ Through smiling eyes, your love shines brightly for all to see. Congratulations on finding the perfect person to spend the rest of your life with.

1. ¤ The most beautiful design is emerging as the threads of your lives are woven together today. May your love always keep you warm.
2. ¤ Time does not stand still, so make every effort to fill each second of your marriage with love and kindness. Congratulations; stay this happy forever!
3. ¤ Marriage is a flourishing garden, fragrant and full of beauty. Be sure to nourish yours with abundant love, and shower it with gracious acts of kindness each day.
4. ¤ May the ultimate goal of each day of your marriage be to love and protect the heart of your betrothed, surrounding it with grace and mercy.
5. ¤ Marriage is a crackling fire, cheerful and bright, that burns down to beautiful glowing embers ready to be rekindled. May your fire never go out.
6. ¤ May your rope be strong, and your knot be tight. May your marriage be long, and your love be bright.
7. ¤ As God molds your lives into a beautiful piece of art, may you allow Him to soften your hearts and paint amazing scenes on this masterpiece He has created.
8. ¤ Marriage is when two love birds soar into the sky of their dreams. May your wings stay strong and your skies always be bright.
9. ¤ May you wake up each day to new possibilities and fresh ideas. Enjoy each moment of your marriage.
10. ¤ May all your days be sunny, but if you get caught in the rain, sing and dance anyway. Congratulations on your wedding my friend!
11. ¤ Once upon a wedding, there was a blissful union of two souls. May you live happily ever after.
12. ¤ Some people wish upon a star, and some throw coins in a fountain. But I/we wish upon a wedding–may every dream come true for you today and always.
13. ¤ Here’s hoping you can mark everything off your wish list today. May God grant you all of life’s blessings and love’s joys.

1. ¤ May your marriage cup always be brimming, your love light never dimming, as you dine at the table of life.
2. ¤ May the heavenly glow of your wedding day shine throughout the rest of your lives.
3. ¤ (for husbands only) Quick! Burn this date into your brain so that you will never be in trouble for forgetting your anniversary!
4. ¤ The secret to a happy marriage is … buried so deep that no one has ever discovered it! May the years ahead be filled with lasting fun and joy. Good luck my friend!
5. ¤ May the love knot that you are tying today not get tangled around your feet!
6. ¤ After today, you will have someone to complain with, overeat with, and share the remote with. May your wedding day be the beginning of a long, happy life together. Enjoy!
7. ¤ Here’s hoping you always say goodnight with a kiss.

[read also: Wedding Wishes and Happy Married Life Messages]

1. ¤ Today you become two peas in a pod. May the butter of love melt all around you and the salt of happiness sprinkle over you.
2. ¤ He promises to lay down his life for you, but before you know it he won’t even lay down the remote for you!
3. ¤ As you walk down the aisle, be sure to locate the exit signs just in case. May you always be steadfast together. Love you!
4. ¤ For a happy marriage, do everything together naked. Except frying bacon. Don’t do that.