Wedding Thank You Card Wording Ideas & Etiquette
In the excitement of the honeymoon and that blissful post-wedding glow, it’s easy to forget an important part of wedding etiquette—sending wedding thank you cards to your guests.
But a heartfelt thank you goes a long way. After all, your family and friends have made an effort to celebrate your big day with you—travelling, buying gifts, and showering you with love and support. Thanking them is more than just polite—it’s deeply meaningful.
If you’re unsure of what to say or how to get started, we’ve put together some of our favourite wedding thank you card wording ideas to help inspire your own personalised messages.
Wedding Thank You Wording Ideas for Specific Gifts
Thoughtful Gifts
Heartfelt Thank You Messages for Special Presents
Thank you so much for the gorgeous (insert gift here). It is beautiful, and we were both incredibly touched that you gave us such a thoughtful gift.
It was wonderful, as always, to see you at the wedding – I especially loved your dance floor moves towards the end of the night! I can’t wait to catch up on your news and tell you all about the honeymoon.
Vouchers and Financial Gifts
Ideal for thank yous related to vouchers or contributions toward a future plan
(Insert name) and I wanted to thank you greatly for the vouchers you sent as a wedding gift. We are saving to buy (add what you’re saving for), and your gift will help us reach our goal.
Champagne or Wine Gifts
Great for a celebratory gift with future plans in mind
(Insert name) and I have decided to save it for a special occasion – our first wedding anniversary!
Thanks once again for thinking of us, and for a most appropriate wedding gift.
General Gift Thanks
Thank you for the beautiful gift that you sent to me and (insert name) as a wedding present. I know we will enjoy it for many years to come.
It was wonderful to see you at the wedding. We really appreciate that you were able to witness such a happy day for us and our families.
Thank You Messages for All Guests
Our wedding day was special because we were lucky enough to be surrounded by the people we love.
Your thoughtfulness and generosity are truly appreciated. Thank you for sharing in the start of our new life together.
We sincerely want to thank you for your love and support.
We couldn’t be more blessed having friends and family like you in our lives, and sharing in this beautiful time with us.
Thank you to our family and friends for celebrating our joy, supporting us, and sharing our love.
We sincerely thank you for being a part of our wedding celebrations and for the generous gift you have given. With all our love, we thank you.
Tips for Writing and Sending Thank You Cards
Writing dozens of wedding thank you notes can feel like a big job, but with a bit of organisation, it can be a meaningful and enjoyable task. Here are a few tips to make the process easier:
Order cards early: Get your thank you cards printed in advance so you’re not rushing once the wedding is over.
Keep a list: As gifts come in, track who gave what and whether you've sent your thanks.
Aim for three months: It's standard etiquette to send thank you cards within three months of your wedding.
Add a personal touch: Even if you’re working from a template, personalise each card with a small detail to show your gratitude.
Include a photo: Guests love seeing a photo from your big day—it makes the thank you feel even more thoughtful.
Final Thoughts
Your wedding thank you cards are a lovely way to close this special chapter of your life and make your guests feel truly appreciated. With the right words and a touch of personalisation, your message will be remembered long after the big day is over.
Explore our beautiful selection of thank you card designs at Dotty About Paper to find the perfect match for your wedding style.
