Looking for inspiration on what to write in a birthday card for your other half?
We have the answer for all manner of relationships and all the things you could write to make their day extra special. Whether you are looking to embrace the love and romance or would rather keep it short or sweet, we have a whole host of romantic, funny, sentimental messages and more. We have also included some top tips for celebrating your loved one’s birthday.
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• Early days
• Long-term love
• fiancé/ fiancée
• Life partner
• Long distance love
Writing a birthday card for your girlfriend, boyfriend or long-time partner
It is always important to remember our loved one's birthdays, and a nice card can a great way to let them know just how much you care. However, finding the right words to express what you feel for them could be a challenge.
Romantic messages
A card full of special feelings and romantic sentiments is bound to make them feel all fuzzy inside. If you prefer to lay on the romance, you could consider writing something like:
• You will always be the one for me.
• One day a year is simply not enough to celebrate someone as awesome as you.
• You mean the world to me!
• I love you to the moon and back.
• You deserve the world and more.
• Every day you bring more happiness into my life!
• There’s no better feeling than being with your best friend.
• You are my happily ever after.
• I hope your birthday is as special as you are!
Keeping it short and sweet
Not everyone likes to write too much on birthday cards and you may prefer to stick to the point with a short and simple message such as:
• Your smile makes me smile!
• All my love on your birthday.
• I am happiest when I am with you.
• Happy Birthday to the one I love.
• Happy Birthday to the best boyfriend/ girlfriend in the world!
• Today we celebrate you.
• You are my soul mate, my partner and my most trusted friend.
• I hope all your hopes and dreams come true.
Something funny
For you what to write in a birthday card for a partner could be all about the giggles. Put a smile on your loved one’s face with a funny birthday message such as:
• Congratulations on becoming another year older- shame it’s not wiser!
• Happy birthday to the only person to ever laugh at my jokes.
• It’s better to be on the hill than under it!
• They say that it is scientifically proven that people who have more birthdays live longer.
• Regardless of how old you get, I will always be younger.
• You are now officially too old to have individual candles for your cake. Enjoy retirement!
• Happy Birthday from the best gift ever… (Me!)
• When I'm as old as you, I hope that I am half as funny as you think you are.
Example birthday card messages
We know that the wording you use on a birthday card is important and there is much to consider when determining what to write on your partner’s birthday card. If you are looking for something that feels more personal, consider adapting one of these example birthday card messages for a girlfriend or boyfriend.
If you are looking to send your significant other an extra-special birthday card with a personalized message, we are confident you will find the ideal one amongst these example birthday card messages:
What to write in a birthday card for a new relationship – early days
An example of what to write in a birthday card for a new relationship.
If you have yet to say the L-word to each other, you might prefer to not say it for the first time via a card. However, you could consider writing something like:
Dear Darling,
Sending birthday wishes to the sexiest man/ woman I know. I am so happy that you are in my life and I am so excited for our future together.
Here’s to our first birthday of many together.
Best Wishes.
Long term love
Here's what you could write to someone you've been with for a long time.
If you are madly in love and you want to write a heartfelt message to your long term lover, you could consider writing something like:
To my partner in crime,
You deserve recognition for more than one day a year. You are my rock, my best friend, and you get sexier by the minute.
I am so thankful you were born, so let’s celebrate!
Love you always.
Fabulous fiancé/ fiancée
When writing a birthday card for your wife or husband to be, you may want to include an extra special message about how excited you are for your upcoming nuptials.
To my fabulous fiancé/ fiancée
Here’s to many more happy birthdays together!
I am so lucky that you are choosing to become a grown-up with me and I can’t wait till I can call you my wife/ husband.
You were my birthday wish and I hope you get yours!
Love you forever.
Birthday messages for your life partner
If you are wondering what to write in a birthday card for your girlfriend, boyfriend or life partner, express your feelings and let them know you care with a message such as this one:
Dear you,
Sometimes I look at you and realise how lucky I am to be growing old together.
You still make me feel special after all these years together and I am blessed you chose to be my wife/ husband/ penguin.
You mean the world to me, my love!
Long distance love
Unfortunately, we cannot always spend our birthdays with those we love. If your love lives long distance, you could consider writing a message such as this:
My dearest (Name),
Even though we are miles apart, you are always in my mind and always in my heart.
I wish we could celebrate together but instead, you get this card! You mean the world to me and I am so excited to see you again.
Lots of Love!
Celebrating your partner’s birthday – 5 ideas
Whether it is early days or a long term love, it is always nice to make their birthday extra special. Get inspired with our birthday celebration ideas for boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband or partner.
Some of our favourite ways to celebrate your significant other’s special day include:
#1 Intimate dinner party:
Whether you would prefer to invite family or friends or just have a meal for two, cook your special someone something special to make
#2 Picnic for two
Dine al fresco and enjoy a picnic for two in the great outdoors.
#3 Throw a party
If you want an extra special celebration for your partner's milestone birthday, you could consider throwing them a party with all their nearest and dearest in attendance.
#4 Go on holiday
Whether you go for something fancy or just book a quiet weekend getaway, why not take your partner on a special birthday holiday? This would be a great idea for a special milestone birthday treat!
#5 Let them choose
It’s their birthday so why not give them a day of choosing exactly what you do! Whether it is watching a football match, going to the spa, or having a sofa day, you have to promise that they are in charge for the day – within reason of course!
Writing a birthday card for the one you love
Our top tips for making sure that their birthday card makes the best impression include:
• Personalizing your message to them;
• Including inside jokes or cutesy nicknames you have for each other;
• Sharing your favourite memories from throughout the year;
• Hinting at a birthday surprise you have planned for them;
• Thinking about whether your partner would prefer something romantic or something more light-hearted.
Whether it is a new relationship brimming with potential or one built on years of shared memories, the message you include on a card can turn it from an everyday greeting to a sentimental memento. As a result, it can definitely be a challenge figuring out what to write on a birthday card for boyfriend, girlfriend, husband or wife. Hopefully we could help!
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Happy Birthday Beautiful Quotes
Sometimes, a quote sums up your feelings best, and these options will fit perfectly in a card accompanying a thoughtful gift her:
• "The secret to staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly and lie about your age!" – Lucille Ball. Happy birthday to you, beautiful!
• "The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides." – Audrey Hepburn. Happy birthday to you, you beautiful woman! Wishing you love today and always.
• "To all the girls who think they’re ugly because you’re not a size 0: you’re the beautiful one, it’s society that’s ugly." – Marilyn Monroe. Happiest of birthdays to one of the most beautiful women I know!
• "You have to dance like nobody is watching." – William W. Purkey. Happy birthday, beautiful! Keep dancing. Wishing you so much love and joy for the year ahead.
• "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind!" – Dr Seuss. Happy birthday, beautiful lady! May this one be the best one yet!
• "You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough." – Mae West. Happy birthday to one of the most beautiful people I know. I wish you nothing but health, happiness and joy in the coming year.
Happy Birthday Beautiful Friend
Wishing a beautiful lady that’s a good friend happy birthday is easy if you use these ideas as inspiration:
• Accept no one’s definition of your life; define yourself! Happiest of birthdays to you, my beautiful friend. Thank you for many years of friendship, love and laughter – here’s to many more!
• You don’t get older, you get better! Happy birthday to you, my most special, most beautiful friend!
• Every year on your birthday is a new chance to start. Happy, happy birthday to you, my beautiful friend! May this year be the best start ever.
• Don’t just count your years, but make your years count, my incredibly special and beautiful friend! Happy birthday!
• I cherish every memory I have with you and can’t wait to make some more! Happy happy birthday to you, my beautiful friend! I wish you love, happiness and success in the coming year.
• Let us never know what old age is. Instead, let us know the happiness that the years bring. Thank you for bringing me so much joy, laughter and happiness over the past few years, my beautiful friend. Happy birthday!
Happy Birthday Beautiful Cousin
Your cousin deserves a wonderful, from the heart message, and these ideas are all perfectly birthday card-worthy:
• Happy birthday to you, my sweet and beautiful cousin! I am so thankful that I get to experience so much of my life with you. You mean so much to me and everyone else around you. I wish you happiness in the coming year.
• Dreams seen with the eyes closed can be forgotten. Real dreams are those that come when their eyes are wide open, and the heart is ready to follow them. Follow your dreams, my beautiful cousin! Happy birthday!
• Every milestone is a miniature victory on the road to achieving your goals, my beautiful cousin! May you achieve everything you have ever dreamt about. Wishing you good luck, happiness and a bright future on this very special birthday!
• It was destiny that brought our souls together as cousins. I can do nothing but thank you for always being there for me through thick and thin. On this your birthday, my beautiful cousin, I wish you joy and happiness in the coming year.
Happy Birthday Beautiful Niece
Tell your niece just how much she means to you by penning a message she’ll treasure.
• In dark times, you have been a ray of hope to me, my beautiful niece. You are a ray of sunshine. When everything seems bleak, you show me brighter paths. On your special day, I know that you have an exciting future ahead of you. Happy birthday to you, my sweet and beautiful niece!
• Over the years, you have brought me immense joy! I just know that the year ahead is going to do the same for you. Happy birthday, my beautiful niece! You mean the world to me!
• Once in a while, life gives you a special gift – I was lucky enough to get the best niece in the whole, wide world! You are so special to me and to everyone around you. Happiest of birthdays to you, my beautiful niece!
Happy happy birthday, beautiful niece. May the coming year bring you all the joy, happiness and success you could wish for.
Happy Birthday Beautiful Girl
If there’s a special lady in your life that you want to wish, consider the following:
• To the most angelic, most beautiful girl in the world: I hope your birthday is wonderful. Have the most special day!
• The only thing that shines brighter than your beauty is your heart. Happy birthday, you special girl! Sending you all my love.
• I hope your birthday is as beautiful as you are! Happy birthday, beautiful girl! I wish you nothing but happiness and joy in the year ahead.
• You deserve all the love and happiness in the world, beautiful girl! Happy birthday!
Happy Birthday Beautiful Sister
If your sister is a true gem, tell her!
• Life made us sisters and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Happy birthday to you, my beautiful sister!
• You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family – I’d still choose you as my sister, though. Happy birthday, beautiful! May all your dreams come true.
• Sisters are lifelong friends, and I am so blessed that you are mine. Happy, happy birthday to you, my smart and beautiful sister! I love you!
• How lucky I am to call you my sister! Happy birthday, beautiful! May you be blessed beyond measure in the coming year. I love you!
Wishing a beautiful lady happy birthday should be easy. If you struggle to find the right words, use our advice and brilliant messages and give her a card that speaks from the heart!
21st Birthday Messages for Boys
If you’re looking for happy birthday wishes for boys, you’ve come to the right place. We find that the more specific you are with your message, the better. So if you choose one of the below, make sure to add something you love about the person to make them feel that much more special.
• Always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think and loved more than you know! Congratulations on your 21st birthday!
• Happy happy 21st birthday! Always remember that life is not about finding yourself, it’s about creating yourself. Wishing you all the best for the next chapter.
• Congratulations on reaching one of life’s biggest milestones! Your future looks so bright!
• As you turn 21 today, I was just reminiscing about all of your impressive achievements and all of the wonderful moments we have shared together. I hope that your 21st birthday marks a fabulous start to your adult life and that you are always blessed with great opportunities and exciting adventures!
Birthday Wishes for Sons Turning 21
Milestones like your 21st birthday can be really overwhelming. A great tip we’ve found for making it all a bit easier is to keep your message honest and brief. Don’t feel pressured to write long messages or sentiments that don’t resonate. We’ve got some examples below.
• When I turned 21, the times were simpler, slower and quite frankly, more boring. Today, 21 is your ticket to a new and exciting world. It’s time to celebrate! Happy 21st birthday my son!
• Only a few parents are privileged to be blessed with a gifted son like you. Happy 21st birthday to the best son in the whole wide world.
• No matter how many birthdays come and go, you’ll always be my little boy. Congratulations on your new chapter. I love you so much!
21st Birthday Messages for Girls
We’ve tracked down some lovely 21st birthday wishes for girls to help you get started! From what we’ve seen in our research, a sincere compliment goes a long way so don’t be scared to tell someone what you love about them.
• If there’s one person who makes me want to live for 1000 more years, it's you. Happy birthday my girl!
• The world is a much more beautiful place with you in it. I’m really glad you were born. Happy 21st birthday!
• Happy 21st! Your future does not lay in front of you, it lies deep inside you. When life becomes a rollercoaster, climb into the front seat, throw your arms in the air and enjoy the ride.
• Many congratulations on your 21st! Wishing you success and happiness on your very special birthday!
• 21 looks absolutely beautiful on you. May your beauty be as everlasting as the heavens. Happy 21st birthday!
Birthday Wishes for Daughters Turning 21
Watching your little girl grow up can be as sad as it is exciting. These conflicting emotions make it hard to put how you’re feeling into words. Read on for some suggestions of how to tell your daughter just how much she means to you.
• A daughter like you is more priceless than the most beautiful diamond. You are not only strong and wise, but kind and thoughtful as well. Happy 21st, sweetheart!
• For 21 years, I’ve watched you grow, change and mature. I have lived in awe of your ever-burning spirit and your unbridled passion for every second of those years. May your birthday shine as bright as you.
• A daughter is someone you can laugh with, dream with and love with all your heart. Happy 21st birthday my girl.
Every time I try to define beauty and grace, you come to mind. And with each new year, the definition gets even better.
• You are loved for the little girl you once were, the special woman you are now and the precious daughter you will always be. Congratulations on your 21st birthday, my girl!
Sincere 21st Birthday Wishes
A message written from the heart goes a long way. It lets the person know that you care and adds to the memory of the special occasion.
• Behind you all your memories. Before you all your dreams. Around you all that love you. Within you all you need. Happy 21st birthday!
• Your 21st birthday is a special time indeed, where you’re given the key that unlocks the door to your future! I hope that the path ahead is bright and kind to you. You’re a great person who deserves the very best in life! Happy birthday and many congratulations!
• Happy 21st birthday to someone who has a truly bright future ahead of them! I hope you have a fantastic day!
• A very happy 21st birthday to you! Congratulations! I hope that your day is filled with celebrations, and that on this very special day you’re surrounded by those who you love most in the world!
Funny 21st Birthday Messages
Starting a new year off with a laugh never hurt anyone! Adding a funny message is a great way to remind your loved one that adulthood isn’t all serious.
• Congratulations on turning 21! I hope your birthday is so great that you’ll need sunglasses to open the fridge in the morning.
• Time to celebrate your induction into full adulthood! Happy birthday!
• You know what they say about turning 21? Old enough to know better, and young enough not to care. Enjoy it! Happy birthday!
• Happy 21st birthday! Now that you’re getting older, I hope your last trip round the sun wasn’t too tiring.
• You’re 21! Now you can legally do everything you’ve been doing all along!
• Hope your birthday is twenty-onederful!
21st Birthday Quotes
Sometimes you read a quote that makes you think to yourself, ‘wow, I couldn’t have put it better myself!’ Quotes are a great source of inspiration and a nice addition to any 21st birthday message. They usually carry advice that’s withstood the test of time and can offer a bit of insight into what lies ahead. We’ve picked some that we think are perfect for starting a new chapter on the right foot.
• “The secret to staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age.” – Lucille Ball
• “The great thing about getting older is you don't lose all the other ages you've been.” – Madeleine L'Engle
• “Every age can be enchanting, provided you live within it.” – Brigitte Bardot
• "Birthdays are nature’s way of telling us to eat more cake." – Edward Morykwas
• “Don't just count your years, make your years count.” – George Meredith
• “There are two great days in a person's life – the day we are born and the day we discover why.” – William Barclay
It can be easy to get caught up in the stress of planning celebrations and the pressure to say the right thing. But at the end of the day, your loved one will value the thought more than anything else, so don’t sweat the small stuff!