53 Happy Anniversary Wishes to Make Them Feel the Love

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53 of the Best Happy Anniversary WishesBrand/Design by Ying Chen

Whether it's for your parents, friends, or you and your boo, anniversaries are a special occasion that deserves to be celebrated, and the perfect anniversary message is the icing on top of the heart-shaped cake for a special day filled with love. Grab a card (and maybe some flowers to go with it 💐) and choose one of these 50 happy anniversary wishes and be confident that your special message will make someone smile.

Loving Messages for Your Partner 💌

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  • “You won my heart then, and you still own it."

  • "Every love story is special, unique, and beautiful — but ours is my favorite."

  • "There’s nowhere else I’d rather be than right here by your side with your hand in mine. Happy anniversary."

  • "May the sun always shine on the path we share, the moon always shine brightly in our hearts, and the shooting stars always keep a close watch on us everywhere we go. Happy Anniversary, love."

  • "I love doing life with you. Happy anniversary!"

  • "Forever wouldn’t be long enough with you. Happy anniversary, with all my love."

  • "I never dreamed love could be this good."

  • "To the most beautiful person who has given me the most beautiful life: a very happy anniversary."

  • "If I could go back in time and choose again, I would choose you."

  • "We’re out here making our dreams together just like we promised. Love being beside you."

  • "When a love is true, there is no end. I hope we get to celebrate for many years to come. Happy anniversary!"

  • "May the love we share become stronger as we grow older together. I wish you a lifetime of happiness. Happy Anniversary!"

  • "I’m so lucky to have you and your love. Thanks for putting up with me for another year!”

  • "Anniversaries are days to celebrate the love that makes our relationship great. I wish all of our dreams may come true."

  • "I believe everything happens for a reason because it led me to you. I love you, happy anniversary."

  • "Yours is still my favorite face."

  • "The sweetest of anniversaries are the result of enduring life's most difficult situations. Happy Anniversary, love.

  • "Still in this together. Love that."

  • "May we never lose sight of what brought us together and what brings us great joy."

  • "May this day bring you a lot of happiness. May the years ahead of us be spent loving and caring for one another. Happy Anniversary!"

  • "Happy Anniversary, with all my love, to the strongest, kindest, funniest, best guy I know."

Funny Messages for Your Partner 💌

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  • "I’m yours. No refunds."

  • "I love you so much I might even let you choose what we watch tonight… or not!"

  • "Sometimes I get jealous of you. After all, you're with the world’s most beautiful and brilliant person. Happy anniversary!"

  • "It's remarkable how long we have tolerated each other."

  • "Let’s celebrate the day you finally realized you’ll never find anyone better than me."

  • "You’re my favorite [boyfriend/girlfriend/partner]."

  • "Sometimes I wonder how you put up with me, but then I remember that I put up with you too, so that makes us even. I love you!"

  • "Happy anniversary [insert wrong name]."

  • "You’re alright I guess. Happy anniversary!"

For Your Fam 💌

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  • "Family is so much more fun with both of you in it. Happy anniversary! Love you, guys."

  • "Mom and Dad, the home you’ve made and your loving commitment to each other has blessed our family in more ways than we can count."

  • "I couldn’t ask for a better sister and brother-in-law (or for cuter nieces!)."

  • "I couldn’t imagine where I’d be without the two of you – literally! Happiest of anniversaries to my wonderful and amazing parents."

  • "Thanks for making "love" mean more than I ever thought it could."

  • "I'm so lucky to have parents like you to show me what a great marriage looks like."

  • "Just thinking how good it is to have a couple like you in our family. God bless you both on your anniversary."

  • "Thanks for being wonderful parents and for your lasting commitment to each other."

  • "It’s so good to call you family, to share good times with you both, and to see how happy you make each other."

  • "Thank you for continuing to teach us every day, no matter how old we get! Happy anniversary to my wonderful parents."

  • "You don’t get this far without a whole lotta love, and that’s what you’ve given — to each other and the family around you. Hope you know how much we love you, too."

For Your Friends 💌

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  • "So…going out to a great restaurant? Huh? Can I come?"

  • "No relationship is perfect, but if any couple comes close, it’s you guys."

  • "You make this relationship thing look easy!"

  • "I’m so excited I get to third-wheel with you both for another whole year!"

  • "You can’t choose your family, but you can choose who you marry, and I’m so glad my [mom/dad/etc.] chose you. Here’s to always having this amazing couple in our lives.

  • "Thinking of you and all the good times we’ve shared. So glad you’re in our lives."

  • "Cheers to the ‘couple goals’ in our group!"

  • "Woo! You still like each other!"

  • "I’m so glad to have you in my life, and I'm so happy you’re celebrating such a milestone anniversary."

  • "I love you both separately for so many reasons, but together, you are unstoppable!"

  • "Sending love and good wishes to some of my very favorite people."

  • "You two are so great to know and be around. Can you adopt me?"

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