Wedding Season: Cards, Gift Bags & What to Write Inside
It’s wedding season! Which means your weekends are booked, your group chats are full of logistics, and you're staring down a growing pile of registry links wondering, Do I still need to get a card? (Yes.) Does anyone actually use gift bags anymore? (Also yes. Especially when they look this good.)
At paper&stuff, we’re here to help you gift thoughtfully with a little less stress and a lot more style. Whether you're shopping for high school sweethearts, second marriages, or your favorite chaotic couple, this guide has you covered.
Step 1: Pick the Card That Actually Says What You Mean
Gone are the days of stiff, sentimental wedding cards that feel like someone else's words. These cards bring the heart and the humor, so you can show up with something that feels fresh, modern, and (most importantly) not cringe.
Favorites from the collection:
Love is Love
Representation matters and we believe everyone deserves to see their love reflected in something beautiful. That’s why we created our Two Rings Wedding Cards in a variety of colors and pairings, so you can celebrate all kinds of love stories with style and intention. Whether it’s two brides, two grooms, or a couple that doesn’t fit into a neat label, you’ll find something here that feels like them.
Step 2: Add a Gift Bag That Feels as Special as the Gift
Design-forward, sturdy, and way cuter than anything at the store. Covered in playful florals and wedding ring accents, this bag is a perfect match for the Wishing You a Lifetime of Love card. This bag can easily fit:
A bottle of bubbly and a photo album
A candle and a cookbook
A small keepsake box
Our top wedding-ready pick and matching card:
Step 3: Keep It Personal
Still stuck on what to write? Don’t overdo it. A short, heartfelt message always wins. Try this easy structure:
1 inside joke or shared memory → 1 compliment → 1 wish for the future
Here are some examples:
"From our college days to your wedding day—what a journey. You two are the real deal. Can’t wait to see what you build together."
"Here’s to takeout on the couch, inside jokes that don’t make sense to anyone else, and always finding a reason to celebrate. So happy for you both!"
"You two make this whole marriage thing look like a very good idea. Wishing you a lifetime of joy, laughter, and occasional naps."
Bonus: Pop the Other Big Question
Before the "I do" comes a whole lot of "Will you?" And few are more important than asking your ride-or-dies to stand by your side. A bridesmaid proposal doesn’t need to be over the top, just thoughtful, fun, and something they'll want to keep.
Pair it with:
Nail polish, a favorite snack, a little candle, and a personal note
A line like: “I can’t say ‘I do’ without you! Please say yes to being my bridesmaid!”
Two sweet ways to ask:
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