Getting engaged is a truly exciting time in the lives of two lovebirds. As a supporting friend or family member, sending the right card and hitting the right note with your messaging is a great way of sending a sincere “Congratulations!” That’s why it’s so important to construct a thoughtful, heartfelt card to commemorate the huge and very important occasion.
How to Create the Perfect Card - Examples
Engagement cards should be sent once find out about the couple’s plans to wed. The card should encourage their union while wishing them good luck and fortune. Depending on your relationship with the addressee, your card might have a particularly unique spin on it. But whatever the case, be sure to encourage and provide comfort in what is, without a doubt, an exciting but often overwhelming time. Below are listed some examples that may be of assistance to you in writing the perfect card.
Engagement messages for friends
If you want to be a comforting voice for a friend, you may desire to make your good wishes be known. To really demonstrate your support, use a phrase like one of the ones below:
- (From one couple or family to another) “We heard the news. That is excellent! We’re all wishing for the best for both of you as you embark on this wonderful journey together.”
- (Some you’re close to) “A thousand congratulations to you on this big step! Here’s to a vibrant and happy wedding and marriage!”
- (From a married couple) “We send all of our best wishes to both of you during this monumental period in your lives. All of us are rooting for the two of you as you begin the beautiful journey of matrimony.”
- (A close family friend) “Regarding the news: We are so, so, so happy for the both of you. We all believe in you and can’t wait to see you both on your wedding day!”
Engagement Messages for Best Friends, Daughters, Sisters or Relative
Sometimes just wishing the happy couple the best is not enough. If you’re particularly close to one of the to-be spouses, maybe offering your assistance is an important element of the greeting card. Below we have listed several graceful ways to incorporate a desire and willingness to help into an elegant greeting card message:
- (A close family member) “What an exciting time this must be for the both of you. If there is anything I can do to help, just let us know!”
- (A relative) “Hoping for the best in this exciting time. If there’s anything you need, you can’t rely on us as you prepare to begin your new life.”
- (Very close friend) “Embarking on this journey must be both exciting and joyful. If you need any help preparing for the perfect wedding, let me know and I will be there for you.”
- (From a best friend)“Congratulations on the engagement! As you get ready for your big day, let me know if there is anything I can do to make it even better.”
- (A family member or close friend) “You must be so excited about the wedding. If you ever feel overwhelmed or stressed out, let me know, all of us are here to help make this process easier!”
- (Some who you’re always there for) “Just heard the news! Can’t wait to help you plan your wedding and send you off on a remarkable journey.”
Future Wishes Engagement messages for the Couple
Oftentimes the to-be newlyweds will be paying much mind to their future. That’s why it’s usually appropriate to incorporate that theme into your greeting card message. As always, an encouraging and comforting tone is key in this department. We have listed below some more helpful examples:
- (Wishing longevity) “Here’s to an amazing and bright future for your new family!”
- (For a couple you don’t see too often) “Just heard the big news. I’m sure you will enjoy an amazing life full of happiness and love. Best wishes.”
- (A more poetic tone) “Here’s to the bright matrimony that awaits you. Wishing you a future that is joyful always and always full of love.”
- (From a whole family) “With endless love we all wish you a future that is full of happiness and compassion.”
- (A thoughtful note) “May all your expectations be met, and may all your love be free. Best of luck on this amazing journey!”
- (For a couple you’re close to) “Congratulations to the two lovebirds. I’m sure will both be absolutely happy together for the rest of your years.”
Engagement Messages from Parents
- (To the bride to be) “Congratulations to our beautiful daughter and her new fiancé. We are wishing you the best as always as you prepare for your new life together.”
- (To the groom to be) “Congratulations son! We knew one day you’d find the perfect match and it is clear that day is now. Can’t wait to help you get ready to be a groom.”
- (Parents who live far away) “We are so thrilled about the engagement. Can’t wait to see you again and talk about the wedding!”
- (Parents who live close by) “So happy about the news, we cannot wait to help you put on a perfect wedding befitting of your perfect relationship!”
Engagement Messages From Fiancée
- (To the bride to be) “I can’t wait to make you my wife and be the happiest man on Earth. We are perfect for each other.”
- (To the groom to be) “I’m the luckiest girl in the world for finding a match like you. Can’t wait to make it all official!”
- (Romantic Message) “I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with you and our new family.”
Funny Engagement Messages
- (From Best Man) “I’m so happy for both of you. Can’t wait for the bachelor party! Oh yeah, and the wedding too…”
- (From the Maid of Honor) “Congratulations on the engagement! Just make sure your new husband knows that girls night out is still definitely on.”
- (From the in laws) “We can’t wait to welcome the new bride into our family! Also, thank you for putting up our son, you’re a real godsend for that.”
Tips and Tricks
It’s important that your engagement card hit the right note. This is, after all, a truly important time in the life of someone about whom you care highly. So no matter what your specific relation, several important tips should be remembered when writing the perfect message for your engagement greeting card. So read below for a couple of these helpful pointers:
Keep it personal – you don’t want your greeting card to seem overly canned or superficial. It’s highly important to integrate some personal details that demonstrate your bond and relationship with this person. Even if it’s just the tone you assume, some aspect of your relationship with the addressee should be manifest in what expression you select.
Be encouraging and warm – another important consideration is how sincere your message will sound. Truly, there is of course a difference between a genuine and somewhat generic greeting card, and if you seriously want to convey your sincerity, it is critical to select language that says so much.
Engagements are occasions for merriment and hope for the future. You’ll want to be sure you contribute to this positivity through a well-written heartfelt greeting card. In a highly overwhelming time, sometimes a loving card is exactly what a fledging couple is in great need of.