Bridal Shower Card Message Ideas for Any Occasion
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If you’ve been invited to a bridal shower, congratulations! You get to participate in the bride’s special day. You’ll also have the opportunity to show her just how much she means to you.
Bridal shower guests bring cards along with their gifts to send special messages to the bride. But finding the right words can be difficult, especially when you want to express how happy you are for her. So if you’re stuck, we can help!
We’ve got bridal shower card messages for every scenario so you can just copy and paste the right one into your card! Keep reading to find the perfect bridal shower card message for your upcoming event.
What is a Bridal Shower Card Message?
Gifts are wonderful, but cards are where the magic happens. They allow you to communicate who gave the gift and write a personalized message to the bride-to-be.
Bridal shower card messages are usually from the heart and are meant to cheer the guest of honor on as she gets closer to her wedding day, much like a bridal shower wishing well.
You can give advice or simply encouragement to express how thrilled you are for her upcoming union.
Tips for Writing Bridal Shower Card Messages
A woman sits in a park, writing a greeting card message. Photo from Maahid Photos.
Whether you’re attaching it to a gift from the bridal shower registry or stuffing it with cash or gift cards, choose a bridal shower card that reflects your relationship with the bride-to-be.
If you know her well, it will be easy to pick a good card. You’ll know whether she’d appreciate a humorous card or a more serious, romantic card. If you don’t know her well, stick with a heartfelt, semi-formal card to play it safe.
Once you have the card, you’ll need to write something inside. Here are some tips for writing a bridal shower card message that will stand out.
Be Authentic
When choosing the right message, it’s important to be true to the relationship you have with the special lady. This is the right time to tell her how happy you are for her and your hopes for the future.
Use personal touches to make your message stand out. You can include a cute memory or reference a special place in the card.
2. Be Mindful of What You Write
At some showers, cards will be read aloud and passed around. So while you may want to include an inside joke or cheeky reference, be aware of what may embarrass the bride.
Remember, it will be more than just her friends there. Most bridal showers include her family and coworkers, as well, so err on the side of caution!
3. Be Supportive
The bride-to-be may be feeling nervous and stressed, especially since she’s in the weeds when it comes to planning. While it’s a bit early for congratulations, use the card to offer support and well wishes.
If the bride is marrying into your family, be welcoming and express that you’re happy she will be officially part of the family very soon!
4. Be Concise
Long, heartfelt messages are nice, but won’t be read as the bride opens her gifts one right after the other. So get right to the point and write no more than a paragraph.
That way, she can easily read it, appreciate your sentiments, then go to the next card.
5. Be Unique
True, there are only so many ways to say how thrilled you are for her. But get creative so your words stand out in the sea of generic bridal shower messages.
Use the bride’s unique interests, your relationship with her, and other personal information to craft the perfect, stand-out message.
Message Examples for a Bridal Shower Card
Of course, your connection to the bride will determine what message you use. Here are some examples of how bridal shower card messages vary depending on how you know the guest of honor.
For Your Co-worker
“Dear [Bride’s name],
Thank you for inviting me to your bridal shower! I hope you enjoy spending your day being “showered” with love. Congratulations on your upcoming wedding.”
For a Future In-Law
“Dear [Bride’s name],
It feels like you’re already my sister. I am so glad you’re making it official soon! You make [brother or sister’s name] so happy. We couldn’t ask for a better spouse for them!”
For a Daughter/Granddaughter
“Dear [Bride’s name],
You’ve always made me proud every single day of your life. It has been an honor watching you grow in love and find the person who is perfect for you. May they always appreciate you as much as we do!”
For a Sister
“Dearest Sister,
Seeing you with [future spouse’s name] reminds me of the nights we’d stay up dreaming of our future love story. I’m glad your romance played out like you always thought it would! Thanks for the new sibling!”
For a Friend/Best Friend
“Hey, Bestie,
You’re the most amazing friend, and now you will be the most amazing spouse! You deserve your happiness ever after. I hope you enjoy the gift! I think you’ll love it.”
Bridal Shower Card Message Ideas
A beautifully decorated bridal shower card table. Photo credit: Viviana Rishe.
Humorous and Casual Bridal Shower Card Messages
I hope you have fun at your shower and get the monogrammed towel set of your dreams!
Thank you for giving me a good reason to go shopping!
Bride to be? Couldn’t be me!
May you be showered in love and linens!
I am so happy for you and a little jealous of all your cool gifts!
I hope you like the gift enough to throw me the bouquet or a groomsman on the big day!
You’re almost out of your single era!
I hope this cutting board brings you as much joy as your man does!
You make this whole bride thing look good!
I’m going to miss hearing all your crazy dating stories! Congrats on finding “the one!”
Sentimental Card Messages
[Groom’s name] is such a lucky guy! You are going to make a gorgeous bride.
During all our years of friendship, I’ve never seen you glow this much!
Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and abundance.
Thanks for showing me what true love looks like!
I’ve never seen a more perfect pair. Enjoy turning your house into a home!
I can see your beaming smile from miles away- it brings me such joy!
We’ve been through so much together. I’m glad to be by your side on your wedding journey.
Wishing you love, happiness, and slow dances in the kitchen.
I’ll always be by your side, no matter what.
I look forward to dinner parties at your house and double dates with our special guys!
You’ve grown into a beautiful, talented young lady. I’ll always remember that girl with the long hair who said hi to me in algebra class!
Semi-formal Messages
Wishing you all the best in your upcoming marriage.
Glad to shower you with love and gifts before your wedding day!
Thank you for including me in your special day! Enjoy the gift.
You are going to make a spectacular bride!
I hope your marriage is filled with love, laughter, and light.
Enjoy being showered with gifts today!
I hope today is as special as you are!
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding.
I can’t wait to see you turn from miss to mrs on the big day!
Bridal Shower Card Messages with Advice
Never go to bed angry and always kiss your spouse good night.
Marriage takes hard work, but it’s worth it!
The little moments add up to something big!
Always make time for each other and put the other first.
Trust your love and never forget why it bloomed.
Remember to make time for fun and laughter.
Look for new ways to show and accept love in the everyday.
No matter how bad things seem or how good they get, keep putting in the work.
Try to make every day a little better than the day before.
Make sure there’s always time for one another.
Each chapter of your love story is an opportunity to grow with each other.
Paper "bride-to-be" glasses with white signs. Image by Twigs Paper.
Famous Love Quote Messages
“I love you AND I like you.” - Parks and Rec
“Who, being loved, is poor?”- Oscar Wilde
“To me, you are perfect.” -Love, Actually
“In case I forget to tell you later, I had a really good time tonight.” Pretty Woman.
“Happiness is anyone and anything that’s loved by you.”- Charlie Brown
“I once believed love would be black and white, but it’s golden.”- Taylor Swift
“Maybe you don’t need the whole world to love you. Maybe all you need is one person.”- The Muppet Movie
“When you’re a kid, you assume your parents are soulmates. [Your] kids are gonna be right about that.”- The Office
“Love is a two-way street constantly under construction.” -Carroll Bryant
“Love is sharing your popcorn.”- Charles Schultz
“Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get. Only with what you are expecting to give, which is everything.” - Katherine Hepburn
Shower Card Message FAQs
Can I Just Bring a Card to a Bridal Shower?
Yes! It’s important to bring a card to a bridal shower to convey your well wishes, even if you don’t bring a gift.
Should I Offer Advice/Best Wishes in My Card?
You can, if you have a close relationship with the bride. If you are more of an acquaintance or coworker, stick to general well wishes!
Do I Address My Card to the Bride Only?
If the bridal shower is only for the bride, yes you can address only her. If it’s a couple shower, or if you are closer with the groom, you should also mention his name.
How Should I Address the Bride in My Card?
This will depend on your relationship with her. Always use her preferred name. If you are unsure whether she prefers “Miss” or “Ms”, just leave it off.