What to Write in a Bridal Shower Card (2024)

If you've been invited to a bridal shower, you likely have a special relationship with the bride-to-be. Maybe she's your sister (or soon-to-be sister-in-law!), daughter, childhood best friend, sorority sister, or niece—whatever your connection, she identified you to take part in this meaningful pre-wedding tradition. And since it's such an honor to be included in a bridal shower, you want to do your part in making the woman of the hour's day that much more special. One way to do just that is by bringing a gift—but it's just as important to put some thought into your bridal shower card message.

Finding the right words for a bridal shower card can be challenging even for self-proclaimed wordsmiths. Needless to say, you want to write something touching to congratulate the bride on her wedding and share your warm wishes for her happily married future. To make sure you strike the perfect balance, we asked expert Charlotte Righton to share her tips. Ahead, Righton offers her best advice for penning the sweetest bridal shower card message—plus, we've put together several examples based on your relationship and bridal shower quotes that you can very easily include.

Bridal Shower Card Writing Tips

Before you begin writing your bridal shower card message, let’s set some ground rules: If you simply blurt out the first thing that comes to mind, it may not hit the mark. Instead, you should take a moment to think about who you're talking to; collect your thoughts, think about the bride-to-be and all the sweet memories you've shared, and then get to work. The following tips, below, will help you craft the perfect note.

Include personal touches.

Your bridal shower card shouldn’t read like everyone else's. This message should feel unique to you and the bride. “A sweet memory, or a place you know they love to visit; incorporate these into your message,” says Righton. “Your friendship will be different from everyone else’s and this will really make it personal.”

Don't try too hard to be funny.

Feeling the pressure to write a witty bridal shower card? Relax. No one expects you to be a comedian. “What you write is very dependent on your relationship,” says Righton. “Don’t feel like you have to make it anything other than who you are. If jokes aren’t very you, don’t do them.”

Wish the couple future happiness.

“Now is so exciting, but the future is going to be incredible, so celebrate that with them,” says Righton. If you’re struggling to find the right words, take a second to wish the soon-to-be newlyweds all the best in their married life. Be genuine and honest.

Don't write more than a paragraph.

Writing reams of good wishes can feel a little intense. “Often you can feel pressure to create epic in-depth stories of romance and how it blossomed,” says Righton. “But deep down something simple and heartfelt will resonate just as much.”

Consider using famous quotes.

If you’re not well-versed in the art of poetry, why not borrow an apt quote for the occasion? “Include something you’ve read before, such as a beautiful poem or a famous quote,” suggests Righton. “These show you’ve likened their love to something classic and world-known.”

Don't be afraid to share your emotions.

“A bridal shower is that first real pinch-me moment,” says Righton. “The bride will be nervous and excited in equal measure. Being vulnerable and honest with your words will help the bride feel comforted and loved.” While you want to avoid gushing, don’t be shy about sharing how excited you are with the bride.

Unleash your inner creativity.

“The wedding takes so much planning that the bride will be thinking about everyone but herself,” says Righton. “This is the moment to show her you’ve taken time to really think of her, whether it's with lyrics from a song she loves or a photo from when [she and her partner] first met.”

Bridal Shower Card Message Examples

Now that you’ve got the basics down, it’s time to get specific. Writing an eloquent and touching bridal shower card message doesn’t have to be a difficult feat. However, it’s important to remember that what you write will depend on your relationship. With that in mind, here are some bridal shower card examples based on these unique relationships—whether you're the bride's mother, sister, future sister-in-law, best friend, aunt, grandmother, or coworker—to use as inspiration.

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Daughter

“To my beautiful daughter,
My greatest wish is that you have happiness in life. When I see you with [partner's name], I know that wish has come true.
Sending all my love!”

“To [bride's name],
You make me proud every single day! Congratulations on finding someone who appreciates your brilliance and loves you as much as I do!”

“Dear [bride's name],
All a mother ever wants is her daughter to be happy, safe, and healthy! I have no doubt that [partner's name] will make you the happiest woman on earth.”

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Best Friend

“[Bride's name],
You’re the most wonderful and caring woman I know. You deserve someone equally as amazing…Luckily, you found [him/her]!”

“Dear [bride's name],
You’ve always been an amazing friend and I know that you will make the best wife.
Congratulations! ”

“[Bride's name],
You deserve a ‘happily ever after’ more than anyone I know! I’m glad you found your perfect match and want to wish you a fairy tale marriage.”

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Sister

“You may be the strongest, most confident woman I know, but you’ll always be my baby sister! I know that [partner's name] will treat you right and can’t wait to welcome [him/her] into our family. Warm wishes for the future!”

“Seeing you and [partner's name] together makes my heart swell! I can’t wait to see my beautiful big sister walk down the aisle and start the next chapter of her life!”

“[Bride's name],
Do you remember when we were children and we ‘married’ the cat and dog in the garden? All I can say is that I hope your big day is as special as Mr. and Mrs. Fuzzy Paws. You deserve all the happiness in the world!”

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Sister-in-Law

"I couldn't have asked for a better almost-sister-in-law—we're so lucky to have you in our family."

"It feels like you've been my sister for forever, so I'm glad [sister or brother's name] is making it official. We couldn't be more thrilled to bring you into the fold."

"It's so obvious that you make [brother or sister's name] feel loved, cherished, and seen. We couldn't ask for a better partner to our sibling. We love you!"

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Granddaughter

"[Bride's name],
I've loved you your whole life (you're my baby's baby!), and am overjoyed to know that someone else loves you for exactly who you are."

"It will be one of my life's greatest joys to witness you tie the knot. I can't wait to watch my beautiful granddaughter walk down the aisle."

"Dearest granddaughter, I've watched you grow through every phase of life and am so proud of the woman you have become. How lucky am I to shower you in love today?"

"Sweet granddaughter, I've known a great love—and I know now that you have found it, too. I am so blessed to watch you embark on the journey that is wedded bliss."

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Coworker

“Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! May your future be filled with happiness and love! Can’t wait to celebrate the big day with you.”

“Thank you for including me as part of your special day! Looking forward to seeing you take the next step in your life. Congratulations!”

“[Bride's name],
May your married life be filled with laughter, light, and happiness. You deserve it!”

Bridal Shower Card Messages for Your Niece

“[Bride's name],
It seems like only yesterday you were a bubbly little girl running around at family BBQs! So excited to see you’ve found the perfect partner. Looking forward to celebrating the big day with you!”

“Congratulations! It’s wonderful seeing you so happy with [partner's name]. I know [he/she] will make you happy and love you as much as we all do!”

“I’m so thrilled to see you embarking on this new journey in your life. May your married life be everything you imagined!”

Beautiful Bridal Shower Quotes to Include in Your Card

Searching for the right words, but drawing a blank? Leave it to great authors, poets, and lyricists. If you’re thinking about including a thoughtful quote in your bridal shower card, here’s a selection of our top picks to consider:

• "You don't love someone because they're perfect, you love them in spite of the fact that they're not."—Jodi Picoult
• “You don’t marry someone you can live with, you marry the person who you cannot live without.”—Aleatha Romig
• “We’re all a little weird, and life’s a little weird. And when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it love.”—Dr. Seuss
• “A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.”—Mignon McLaughlin
• “True love is not a hide and seek game: in true love, both lovers seek each other.”—Michael Bassey Johnson
• “When you give each other everything, it becomes an even trade. Each wins all.”—Lois McMaster Bujold
• “To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.”—David Viscott
• “Ultimately the bond of all companionship, whether in marriage or in friendship, is conversation.”—Oscar Wilde

Be sure to choose a quote that you think the bride will relate to and love. Should none of the above fit the bill, do some research of your own and find the perfect phrase.