How to Craft the Perfect Heartfelt Valentine's Day Card for Everyone You Love

Lost for words this Valentine’s Day? In a world where everything is digital and getting an answer is just a few Google clicks away, thinking up original Valentine's Day messages or wishes can feel like a daunting task. Especially starting a new relationship or trying to find the right words to tell your bestie you love them. Well, House Beautiful is here to help. We created a step-by-step guide to writing the perfect Valentine’s Day messages so you can express yourself with ease. Ahead, find 50 different Valentine's Day phrases that will work for everyone on your list, plus other writing tips to help you craft a loving message.

Start Strong With a Thoughtful Introduction

Set the tone for your Valentine's Day card with a strong opening. You can use nicknames or pet names to make it feel personal. But make sure it’s clear what type of Valentine’s message you’re sending. You don't want any confusion about whether this card is for a friend versus a lover. The opening phrase should mirror the relationship you currently have with the person.

Some Phrases:

• Dear Valentine

• Hello Friend

• My Sweetheart

• Dearest

• To (insert nickname)

Fill It With Valentine's Day Messages

When writing your Valentine's message, make sure to personalize it. A thoughtful message should mean something to the recipient. Whether it's a personal anecdote about a time they made you feel special, a moment they made you proud of them, or something funny they did that cheered you up, a personal memory will definitely enhance any Valentine's Day card. Below you'll find 50 different phrases to choose from for your Valentine, but be sure to add something unique to your card! For a romantic message, "To me, you are perfect," add, "that's why being together for (insert the amount of time for the relationship) means so much." Also, even for a friend or family member, it's nice to include a special memory or joke you both know to show how much you care.

Romantic

Every Valentine's day gift should come with a heartfelt card. So write one of these romantic gestures and attach it to a box of chocolates, a bouquet, a scented candle, or gift all three for your sweetheart.

1. Every scar. Every flaw. Every imperfection. I love you.

2. Night and day, I dream of you.

3. You complete me.

4. To me, you are perfect.

5. It’s just one day in the year, but you should know that I love you every day and every moment. Take my love on this beautiful occasion!

6. I love that we’ve never lost the magic that makes us us.

7. love you today, tomorrow, and all the days after that.

8. Right from the start, you stole my heart.

9. Your kindness, your strength, the way you look at me with so much love…this is why you’re my Valentine.

10. It’s been a journey…one I’d do all over again.

Funny

Sometimes the best gifts have a little bit of tongue and cheek, and laughter can end any argument between two people who care about each other. So if the romantic, serious route isn't your thing, say what you mean with a smile. It's guaranteed to start the night off with some good vibes.

1. You're the only person I send heart-eye emojis to.

2. You still make me laugh like crazy. That’s true love.

3. Are you a banana? Because I find you a-peel-ing.

4. All you need is love. And pasta.

5. Love you to the moon and back — and with technology, maybe even to Mars and back someday, too.

6. Will you be wine? I love ya merlots.

7. I wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day! The chocolates are coming later! (If I don’t eat them all first).

8. All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt.

9. Thanks for putting up with me all this time, sorry to say it might be for quite a while longer… Happy Valentine’s Day!

10. I love you more than anything, even Beyonce or chocolate! Happy Valentine’s Day.

For Your Galentine

A relationship you should never take for granted is your friends. They've been through all the breakups, crushes, and drama in between. Your friends deserve to be celebrated for their endless love for you. It also can't hurt to gift them a bottle of wine and their favorite candy to keep you in their good graces.

1. Romance was entirely out of the question for both of us. But in so removing it we found something far greater: We found friendship.

2. You're my best friend and my partner in crime. Thank you so much for being you.

3. At the heart of it all, we’re friends. I love that. I love you.

4. You’re in all of my best memories.

5. When it comes to friends, you’re the MVP.

6. Thanks for showing up. Every. Single. Time.

7. Happy Valentine’s to one of my favorite people. Ever.

8. Besties are the best dates.

9. You’re a cut above the rest, my friend!

10. To a goddess, a hero, an icon – happy Galentine’s day

Sweet & Simple

These are messages you could send to friends, family, and co-workers. And if you are just not into the mushy stuff these will keep it short and sweet.

1. We may not know exactly what this is just yet, but I like it. A lot.

2. I love spending time with you.

3. Wishing you happiness and love in the coming year!

4. What a wonderful day full of sweets, flowers, and love. Wishing you all the best this Valentine’s Day.

5. What a wonderful day full of sweets, flowers, and love. Wishing you all the best this Valentine’s Day.

6. Sending you heartfelt wishes for a very special Valentine’s Day!

7. Happy Valentine’s Day! You’re a wonderful person with a beautiful heart!

8. Wishing you lots of happiness and goodness in life and lots of success. Wishing you Happy Valentine’s Day.

9. Wishing you everything that makes you happiest, today and always. Happy Valentine’s Day!

10. You make me smile!

Kid-Friendly

Your kids will inevitably want to be a part of the Valentine's Day fun, especially after making all those DIY crafts together. So, carve out some time to send a special message that will make them laugh and show how much you care.

1. Happy Valentine's Day! Remember not to eat too much candy—you're sweet enough already.

2. You make me laugh and smile every day. I love you!

3. U R 2 cute!

4. This Valentine's is for the coolest person in our family — from the other one, of course.

5. I can’t think of a cuter cutie-pie to wish the happiest Valentine’s Day to!

6. You’re my favorite love bug in the whole wide world!

7. I feel a little luckier every day to have a kid like you.

8. Couldn’t be prouder of you. Couldn’t love you more.

9. Hope your day is just as awesome as you are!

10. I go bananas over you.

End With a Sincere Closing

Every love story closes with a happening ending, right? Finish your Valentine's Day card on the right note because xoxo can be confusing (especially if you're unsure if you're in the friends' zone or you'll be dating soon).

• Your Friend

• Love

• Hugs and Kisses

• Forever Yours

• Lots of Love

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