85 Best Thank-You Messages for Birthdays, Weddings and More

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Some may say writing a good thank-you note is a lost art, but we say there's never an excuse not to write one. It's an essential part of the gift-giving process to express gratitude when someone gives you a gift for your birthday, wedding, graduation, expression of condolences or simply just because — in fact, that last one might just be the best kind! Saying thank-you in person is a great way to show your appreciation, but taking a quick five minutes to sit down and write a handwritten thank-you note expresses your gratitude in a more meaningful and memorable way that can't ever be overlooked.

While the etiquette is clear on the necessity of thank-you cards, what goes inside can be a bit trickier. Sure, you can always buy one at any card store, with the sentiment still being very sweet, but a personalized message really goes the extra mile to show someone you cherish their effort, time and ultimately, their sweet gesture.

What is the best thank-you message?

While the best message to write in any kind of card is always a personalized one, we all need a little inspiration sometimes. Start with some of these sentiments and then add an element that makes it your own.

Maybe that's a memory you share from the party where you received a gift, an inside joke from a vacation you went on together or how you plan to use a monetary gift. Whatever it is, don't forget to seal it with love. And while it's best to send thank-you cards as soon as you can after a birthday, wedding, special event or meaningful favor, there's no expiration date on gratitude. Whenever you get to it, they'll appreciate the thought.

Thank-you messages for gifts

• I couldn't have picked out a better gift for myself if I tried.

• I am touched you remembered me.

• Your gift really made me smile.

• I'll think of you every time I use your gift.

• Every time I look at your gift, I'll think of our friendship.

• You didn't have to, but I'm sure glad you did!

• Your presence is my present, but I love this one too. Thank you!

• Thank you for the meaningful present.

• How did you know your gift was just what I needed?

• Receiving your thoughtful present really made my day.

• You know me so well! Thanks for the gift.

• You're the best gift I could ask for, but this one is pretty great too.

• I'll cherish your present always, just like I will our relationship.

• You hit it out of the park again, slugger!

• Finding your present in my mailbox meant so much. Thanks!

• Grateful AF.

• You're so sweet, and so is this gift.

Thank-you messages for wedding presents

• Thank you for celebrating this milestone with us.

• We're so appreciative to have friends/family like you!

• We can't wait to use [insert gift] in our lives together.

• We appreciate the miles traveled to attend our celebration, and can't thank you enough for being here. It means the world to us.

• We appreciate you coming to celebrate with us.

• Thank you for being a part of our special day.

• Our wedding was so special, and your presence made it even better.

• Thank you for helping us start our life together.

• Your generosity is only outdone by your kindness. Thank you.

• We are so touched by your generous gift.

• We're blessed to have friends like you who are really family.

• We knew you were a great friend, but we didn't realize you were a dancing queen!

• Thank you for making the trip to celebrate our wedding. We appreciate it.

• It means so much that you welcomed me into the family with open arms. Thank you.

• Your marriage is truly #goals for us! Thanks for being such a great example.

• We appreciate all of the time and effort you put in to make our wedding such a success.

• Thank you for being a bridesmaid — hope I wasn't too much of a bridezilla!

• I'd have been lost up there without you. Thanks for being my groomsman.

• Thanks for being you so we could be us.

Birthday thank-you messages

• Thank you for thinking of me on my special day.

• Another year older, another year wiser, another year I'm so grateful for you.

• Thank you for making my birthday so special!

• Thank you for making me feel so loved on my birthday!

• Getting older is a pleasure with you by my side.

• I'm overwhelmed with love and gratitude for all the birthday wishes. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

• You really bring the party! Thanks for dancing the night away.

• Thanks for the best birthday gift ever — of always being older than me.

• Waking up to your birthday text made my whole day.

• Your birthday messages made me feel like royalty. Thanks!

• People like you make every year special.

• I'm so blessed we could spend my special day together. Thanks for being there.

• It means the world that you took the time out of your busy schedule to spend some time with me. Thank you!

• Thanks for being one of the people who knew me when (and for sticking around all these years!)

• You made what can be a tough day so much lighter. Thank you.

• If I have to get older, at least I can spend more time with people like you.

Graduation thank-you messages

• I'm thankful to have you in my corner as I take this next step.

• I wouldn't be where I am without your help along the way.

• Thank you for being such a great friend and mentor to me. It means a lot.

• Thanks for the thoughtful gift to help start me on my next phase of life.

• I wouldn't have made it this far without you. Thank you for your support.

• It means so much that you were there to celebrate my graduation.

• Seeing you in the crowd made graduating that much sweeter. Thanks for being there!

• You've always been one of my biggest cheerleaders. Thank you for your support.

• I believe in myself because you believed in me first. Thank you.

• Thanks for celebrating this achievement with me.

• Thank you for being the teacher who made me want to come to class.

• I never thought I'd like math/science/English/gym, but you made it fun. Thanks for all you do!

• It's teachers like you who make school a blast. Thanks for all of your hard work for students like me!

• Thank you for being there as I start my next chapter.

• Going off to college is a big step, but you helped me feel ready.

• Thanks for always believing in me.

• It's such a gift that you've always been there for my milestones, and especially this one.

Thank-you messages for help given

• I am so grateful for your generosity and willingness to lend a hand. You've made a positive impact on my life.

• I don't know where we'd be without you. Thank you for your help.

• Thank you for being my rock.

• You're my port in a storm. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

• Thanks for always putting up with me. It means more than you know.

• You showed up just when I needed a shoulder to lean on, and it means so much to me.

• There aren't enough words to express what your support means.

• Thank you for always being the person I can count on.

• I am so blessed to have you in my life!

• Thank you for always being the first to show up and the last to leave.

• You're the peanut butter to my jelly.

• You always lift me up when I'm down.

• Thank you for coming through on such short notice. You're a lifesaver.

• I love you and am so thankful for you.

• How can I ever thank you enough? This is a start.

• Everything turned out perfectly, thanks to your help.

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