Whether you’re just starting to think about your wedding thank you cards or you’ve already written them, it’s never too late to improve your process or check your work.
A well-written thank you card can be a powerful way to reinforce relationships, show appreciation, and leave people with a positive memory of your wedding day. Use these tips on how to write a perfect wedding thank you card to make sure that never happens again.
1) Keep it simple
Keep it short and sweet. Since it’s a thank you card, it should be pretty brief and to-the-point. It doesn’t have to be long or flowery, but a simple note will be fine.
Make sure to include things like your name and wedding date, as well as how you’re feeling/what you’re doing now (e.g., Thank you so much for being there on our wedding day!
2) Thank them for the gift
Remember to send a thank you card after your wedding—even if you don’t want to! It’s important to acknowledge everyone who took time out of their busy lives to attend, as well as those who gave gifts.
In fact, even if someone didn’t attend your wedding but still wanted to give you a gift (think second cousins and older relatives), sending them a note is still customary. Plus, it shows that you appreciate their thoughtfulness and kindness.
3) Personalize your message
Personalize your message with specific details about your relationship and how you met. Include photos if you wish, as these will add an extra personal touch.
Or, write a heartfelt note describing how honored you felt to have them on your special day. The point is to let them know that they’re on your mind and in your heart—they’ll know it! And trust us when we say there’s no greater feeling than knowing someone is thinking of you and wants to acknowledge you.
4) Send them within few Weeks
Wedding thank you notes should be sent within a few weeks of receiving gifts. No later than three months after your wedding day, a good rule of thumb is to make sure that at least one thank you note has been received
by each gift-giver.
5) Refer back to your wedding invitation
One of the most important things to remember when writing a thank you card is to stick with your theme. Keep it consistent with your wedding invitation, as well as anything else you sent out (save-the-date cards, custom stationary and more). If you really want to be fancy, you can include a picture of yourself and your spouse on your thank you card.
