What to write in a Valentine's Day card

Valentine’s Day cards have been around for hundreds of years, but this doesn’t mean you have to keep your Valentine’s traditions the same year after year. Sometimes, a generic ‘Happy Valentine’s Day’ message doesn’t quite convey all you want to say, and in this case, nothing is better than a personal, heartfelt note that you’ve written (or picked out) yourself.

Along with personalised Valentine’s Day gifts, personalised Valentine’s Day cards will tell that special someone exactly how you feel in a way that generic gifts and messages can’t. Whether you want to weave in an inside joke or talk about how long you’ve been together and what you’ve been through, personalised Valentine’s Day messages are a no-brainer.

However, we can’t all be wordsmiths. If you know the type of sentiment you want to convey but can’t put it into the right words, we’ve compiled a list of romantic, soppy and funny Valentine’s Day quotes and messages you can add to your personalised cards. Looking for the right message to send your boyfriend on Valentine’s Day, or looking for romantic quotes from your favourite songs, movies and famous figures? We’ve got it all!

What to write in a Valentine's Day card for your boyfriend

Once you’ve found the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for him, it’s time to write out your boyfriend’s Valentine’s card. But what if you can’t find the right words to say everything you want to convey? Don’t worry – here are our top picks for sweet messages for Valentine’s Day to a boyfriend:

“Life is better when I have you by my side.”
“I wish I could give you the world for Valentine’s Day. Will you settle for my heart?”
“I don’t need chocolates or red roses to feel loved – I just need you.”
“You are my partner, my inspiration, my best friend, my one and only, my everything. I love you.”
“You're all I ever wanted and I'm so glad you’re mine.”
“You and me were meant to be.” (Technically it should be “You and I”, but we’re suckers for a cute little rhyme…)

What to write in a Valentine's Day card for your girlfriend

Give your girlfriend a Valentine’s message just as special and unique as she is this year. If you’re wondering what to write in a Valentine’s Day card for her, you can either choose something you’ve thought of yourself or use one of our suggestions as inspiration. Many of the messages above would work nicely, but if none of them have taken your fancy yet, here are several more:

“I can only hope that I make you as half as happy as you make me. Happy Valentine’s Day.”
“You’re my shining star – you guide me through the darkness.”
“Next to you is my favourite place to be.”
“To love you is one of the easiest things to do.”
“You are the song that my heart loves to sing.”
“All that you are is all that I’ll ever need.”

What to write in a Valentine's Day card for your husband

Be warned – there are lots more soppy quotes incoming! When you’ve been together for a long time, it can be hard to think of ways to keep your Valentine’s Day gifts and cards fresh. If you don’t know how to describe all of the love in your heart, use one of our messages in your personalised card!

“You’re my happily ever after.”
“You're in all of my best memories.”
“The best thing about my life is sharing it with you.”
“Whenever I'm with you, wherever we are, I'm home.”
“Thank you for making me laugh and smile every single day since the day we met.”
“You give my heart peace. I love you!”

What to write in a Valentine's Day card for your wife

Make sure your wife understands just how much you love her with a personalised, heartfelt message this Valentine’s Day. Here are some of our favourites:

“I love you, not just because of who you are, but for who I have become when I am with you.”
“You're my best friend, my partner, and my soulmate.”
“The best words I've ever said are "I Do". I love you more than you could possibly know.”
“Our love is like a fine wine – it gets better with time.”
“I’m the luckiest person alive when you’re in my arms.”
“I still get butterflies every time I see you. Happy Valentine’s Day.”

What to write in a Valentine's Day card for your fiancé(e)

You don’t have to hold in all of your romantic messages until the big day! This February 14th, show your fiancé or fiancée how much they mean to you.

“I may not be your first date, first kiss or first love, but I want to be your last everything.”
“You’re the one. I’ve never been so sure of anything in my whole life.”
“I love you to the moon and back.”
“You are the only gift I ever need.”
“I can’t wait for the day I can call you my husband/wife.”
“We have our whole lives to love each other and I'll cherish every second.”

Secret admirer Valentine’s Day messages

Still not confessed your feelings to that special someone? Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to let your love be known, whether you want to sign your name or leave your exact identity a mystery. If you’re hoping to write a Valentine’s card as a secret admirer, here are some ideas for messages you could write:

“Your smile lights up the room – From your secret admirer.”
“I just want you to know that you’re perfect.”
“I wish I could tell you how I feel about you.”
“I want to be your Valentine… Can you guess who I am?”
“My heart will always belong to you.”

Valentine’s Day messages for friends

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for lovers. As the day of love, Valentine’s Day encourages us to express appreciation for our friends too, which is why so many people now celebrate Galentine’s Day – and Malentine’s Day is gaining traction as well! Here are some of our favourite platonic Valentine’s Day messages:

“I hope you have a Valentine’s Day as wonderful as you are!”
“I’m so lucky to have you in my life.”
“Valentine's Day reminds me how grateful I am to have a friend like you.”
“You make the world a better, brighter place.”
“Friends are the family we choose, and I’m glad I chose you.”
“Friends are kept forever in the heart.”

What to write in a funny Valentine's Day card

Not the romantic type? Don’t worry! We also have plenty of suggestions for those who prefer to keep their Valentine’s Day messages humorous and lighthearted rather than lovey-dovey. After all, laughter is considered to be a type of love language!

“Are you a banana? Because I find you a-peel-ing.”
“I would give you my last chicken nugget.”
“Sometimes I wonder how you put up with me. But then I remember I put up with you. So we’re even!”
“I know it’s cheesy but we’re meant to brie.”
“I searched and searched for the perfect gift… But then I remembered you already have me!”
“Nothing says love like a piece of paper folded in half with some words on it.”
“I love you more than you annoy me… And that’s a lot!”
“You're the best thing I've ever found on the internet.”

Romantic song lyrics to write in your Valentine’s card

Another great idea for writing meaningful Valentine’s Day messages is to find romantic song lyrics you can quote – even better if they’re by an artist you both love! You may already have a few song ideas, but here are some popular ones you can choose if you’re struggling:

“Wise men say / Only fools rush in / But I can't help falling in love with you.” – Elvis Presley
“I could make you happy, make your dreams come true / Nothing that I wouldn't do / Go to the ends of the earth for you / To make you feel my love – Bob Dylan, Billy Joel, Adele and
others
“God only knows what I’d be without you.” – The Beach Boys
“Heaven is not fit to house a love like you and I.” – Hozier
“And darling I will be loving you 'til we're 70 / And baby my heart could still fall as hard at 23.” – Ed Sheeran
“If the sun refused to shine / I would still be loving you / If mountains crumble to the sea / There will still be you and me.” – Led Zeppelin
“You'll be the prince and I'll be the princess / It's a love story, baby, just say, ‘Yes’.” – Taylor Swift
“I don't wanna close my eyes / I don't wanna fall asleep / 'Cause I'd miss you baby / And I don't wanna miss a thing.” – Aerosmith
“At last, my love has come along / My lonely days are over / And life is like a song.” – Etta James

Romantic movie quotes to write in your Valentine’s card

In addition to using song lyrics, you can also use your favourite movie quotes to inspire you. Are you a fan of romantic movies? You may recognise some of the quotes below!

“When you realise you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.” – When Harry Met Sally
“I want all of you, forever, you and me, every day.” – The Notebook
“You have bewitched me, body and soul. I love, I love, I love you. I never wish to be parted from you from this day on.” – Pride & Prejudice (2005 adaptation)
“You don’t know how long I’ve waited for you.” – Twilight
“To me, you are perfect.” – Love Actually
“I’m also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her.” – Notting Hill
“You want the moon? Just say the word, and I'll throw a lasso around it and pull it down.” – It’s A Wonderful Life
“It would be a privilege to have my heart broken by you.” – The Fault In Our Stars

Famous quotes about love to write in your Valentine’s card

If you can’t think of a profound observation about love by yourself, take some inspiration from these famous figures and writers:

“Love is life. All, everything that I understand, I understand only because I love. Everything is, everything exists, only because I love.” – Leo Tolstoy
“At the touch of love everyone becomes a poet." – Plato
“Two souls with but a single thought, two hearts that beat as one.” – John Keats
“Love doesn't just sit there, like a stone, it has to be made, like bread; remade all the time, made new.” – Ursula K. Le Guin
“Love doesn't make the world go 'round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” – Franklin P. Jones
“If someday the moon calls you by your name don’t be surprised, because every night I tell her about you.” – Shahrazad al-Khalij
“I would rather spend one lifetime with you, than face all the ages of this world alone.” – J.R.R. Tolkien
“In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no love for you like mine.” – Maya Angelou

We hope this has given you plenty of inspiration for your Valentine’s Day messages! To complete your Valentine’s Day gift for her or for him, take a look at our extensive range of personalised gifts, including bestsellers like our personalised mugs, photo books and photo blocks. And don’t forget to check out our other posts on the Max Inspiration blog for more gifting advice!