Love is in the air! In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we're dipping strawberries in chocolate, adding "Endless Love" to our V-Day playlist and getting ready to pop the cork on a bottle of bubbly.
Whatever plans you've cooked up in honor of the February holiday, you might be thinking about ways to let your friends, family, loved ones and, of course, that special someone, know just how much they mean to you.
You can never go wrong with flowers or a thoughtful gift, but Valentine's Day wishes are also a sweet way to say, "Hey, I love you."
If you're stuck on the right words to use in your V-Day message, we've gathered a list of cute, funny, short and thoughtful sayings that you can use to jot down in a Valentine's Day card or post on Instagram as a caption for all of your followers to enjoy.
From expressing your deep love for someone special to sending warm wishes to your best Galentine, we've got a little something here for just about about everyone, including couples, singles, gal pals or anyone else you'd like to celebrate in honor of Valentine's Day.
You'll make their hearts go all aflutter when they read wishes like "How do you spell love? Y-O-U." Or, for something a bit more romantic, try "If I had to do it all over again, it would still be you."
You can't deny, those are both pretty thoughtful sentiments. To keep things a little more lighthearted, we've also got fun Valentine's puns and a few sayings that'll make them chuckle like, "You're the best deal I've ever gotten on the internet."
Whatever you decide on, one thing is for certain: the recipient of these sweet Valentine's Day messages is sure to fall head over heels.
Cute Valentine's Day wishes
Lust in translation.
Better love next time.
Cutie and the beast.
You're the best deal I've ever gotten on the internet.
I only have eyes for you.
You've got what I need.
Call me, maybe.
I think you're wine-derful.
You and I are mint to be together.
You are the best thing.
C'mon baby, light my firecracker.
Happy Valentine's Day wishes
Happiness begins with you.
You're not the most important person. You're the only person.
The good things in life are better with you.
I love the way you love me.
My favorite place to be is with you.
I made a wish, then you came true.
I love you today, tomorrow and all the days after that.
Without a doubt, I’d choose you all over again.
I followed my heart and it led me to you.
I’m so glad your forever is my always.
You're the one that I want.
Love is in the air-row.
I choose you. Now and forever.
Love is what happens when two fires burn in a single flame.
And they lived happily ever after.
I can't help falling in love with you.
Valentine's Day wishes for your boyfriend, husband or special guy
You must be an angel because we’re a match made in heaven.
I was looking for a new last name. Can I have yours?
You weren’t my first kiss, but you’ll be the last.
You’re the sun in my sky, the stars in my universe.
Nothing is scary as long as you’re by my side.
You shine, my valentine.
If I had to do it all over again, it would still be you.
This is no ordinary day. Then again, neither is our love.
We’ve had good times, bad times and everything in between. I wouldn’t want it any other way.
We’re like a comfortable pair of shoes: a little broken in with a lot of sole.
You fill my life with joy and love.
When I think about the things that matter in life, you’re what comes to mind.
You’re in all of my best memories.
When I think of you, it reminds me how lucky I am.
Like football and pizza, we were meant to be.
We were worth the wait.
How do I spell love? Y-O-U.
Out of all the women in the world, I’m the one who gets to keep you.
Valentine's Day wishes for your wife, girlfriend or special woman
So many memories. So many more to make.
As long as we’re together, every day is Valentine’s Day.
No ifs, ands or buts, we were meant to be. OK, maybe butts …
Even after all this time, I still have a crush on you.
I tripped and fell in love with you.
I’d take one of you over ten of anyone else.
I love you because you’re perfect. And when you’re not? I love you even more.
Something tells me we’re into something good.
What a wonderful world it is with you in it.
You’re my someone.
You make me feel like dancing.
Life may change, but our love will always be the same.
There’s no one I’d rather do nothing with than you.
The heart wants what it wants.
Valentine’s Day wishes for friends
Having you in my life puts a smile in my heart.
Life is messy. Thanks for keeping me together.
The best kind of ship is friendship.
Your friendship means everything to me. Just wanted you to know.
You’ve got a friend in me. Now and always.
Yep, you’re pretty much the best.
When it comes to friends, love and wine never run dry.
My life wouldn’t be the same without you in it. Happy Valentine’s Day.
For all the little things you do and the big ones, too, thanks for being there.
Being friends with you means being part of something pretty wonderful.
When it comes to friends, you’re the MVP.
Thanks for showing up. Every. Single. Time.
You always do just the right thing. That's what makes you so special.
We may go our own way, but we never grow apart.
I’m so glad you’re my person.
The jokes never get old, which is why I’m so happy we’re still friends.
This article was originally published on TODAY.com
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