In this current (and oftentimes toxic) dating climate, simply getting *into* a relationship is a feat in itself…never mind maintaining one long enough to celebrate it. And while there are plenty of ways to commemorate an anniversary (like gifts and hot sex!), telling your S.O. how you feel in writing—read: in an overpriced Hallmark card or mushy Instagram caption—is a dying art worthy of revival.
Now, look, that’s not to say it’s always easy to express those feelings and emotions (says the writer with an avoidant attachment style). Verbalizing how you feel can be difficult at any stage of the relationship. But that’s why this story exists, to help you tell your partner they’re a hot piece of ass with a heart of gold… with an anniversary message they won’t soon forget. Whether it’s your first anniversary as an offish couple or they’ve put up with 10 years of your snoring, these are the best anniversary wishes to make your significant other fall in love with ya all over again. Read on and get your IG post ready.
If you’re feeling extra sappy…
- I’m lucky to know you, lucky to love you, and lucky to share a life with you. Happy anniversary!
- I knew when I met you that this was going to be something for the books. I’m so glad I was right.
- I don’t remember life without you and I don’t intend on ever trying. I love you.
- Thanks for doing ~this thing~ called life with me. I can’t imagine it with anyone else!
- I spent my whole life watching rom-coms and now they’re just my reality.
- I thought I knew love until I met you. Nothing has or will ever compare to you.
- To know you is to love you and that’s what I intend on doing forever.
- I feel so lucky to love you and even luckier to be loved by you. Here’s to a lifetime of anniversaries.
- Happy anniversary! I’m thankful for you every day and not just for the milestones.
- Life is messy and complicated, but loving you isn’t. Happy anniversary to the person that makes it all easy.
- I’ve been smiling since the day I met you. My face hurts.
- It just keeps getting better with you.
- I can’t wait to keep loving you tomorrow, next month, next year, and for the next decade.
- Who knew love like this was out there—not me! I’m so glad it is.
- Side by side, we’re doing life. Forever.
If you want to make your significant other LOL…
- Thanks for putting up with me for another 365 days! I’ll try to make the next year easier on you (maybe).
- Happy anniversary! May we get old and gray and even more obsessed with each other in the years to come.
- Happy anniversary to you, my hot piece of ass!
- Congrats on another year with your better half (me!).
- You can’t get rid of me—try as you might. Happy anniversary, forever.
- Feels like just yesterday you were dropping heart-eye emojis in my DMs! How time flies!
- You’re so lucky to have had another year with me! Play your cards right and you might get to keep me even longer.
- I’ll love you forever, or until something better comes along.
- Who said one-night stands are hopeless! Happy anniversary to my other half.
- You’re as hot as the day I met you and with only slightly more wrinkles <3
- You’re my favorite (and only) booty call. I love you.
- My heart isn’t the only thing you make throb…*wink, wink* (Editor’s note: Maybe save this one for a personal card.)
- I’m as good as it gets! Congrats!
- Your anniversary present is an engagement ultimatum. Now where’s the ring?
- Thank you for saving me from Hinge. The toxic finance bros have got nothing on you, honey!
For the couple you love to third wheel…
- Happy anniversary to my best friend and the guy that’s constantly trying to replace me as her soulmate. That title is reserved for me, thank you very much.
- Thankful I get a front-row seat to your relationship.
- Never *not* looking for a love like y’alls! Happy anniversary.
- To my favorite couple…please adopt me.
- Thank you for setting the ultimate example of what love should look like.
- “Happy anniversary! Third wheel is my official, permanent job title!”
- Happy anni, you crazy kids! Now set me up so we can double date.
- Pop that bubbly and celebrate your love today!
- Happy anniversary! I love you even more together.
- I’m coming to the anniversary dinner too, right??
- Your love wouldn’t exist without, well, me! Your loyal and valiant third wheel!
- Your anniversary present is me! Congrats on having the best third wheel anyone could ever have.
- Inspired by your relationship every day! Happy anniversary to my favorite couple.
- I better start preparing my maid of honor speech now! Congrats on surviving another year together!
- Your love is so beautiful. Thank you for letting me be a part of it.
If the relationship is new…
- I’ve been thinking about you 24/7 for 365 days.
- [Number] months down and many more to go…if you’re lucky! Happy anniversary!
- You’ve been obsessed with me since our first date. Glad I eventually caught feels too 😉.
- It’s been short but sweet. I can’t wait for our future together!
- It’s wild how one year can change everything. I can’t wait to see where we are in another 365 days—I know it’ll be together.
- Relationship status: obsessed with you.
- Can I go where you go? – [your name] – Taylor Swift
- Here’s to our 10-year anniversary! I know it’s only been a year, but it feels like a lot longer 😉.
- It only gets better by the day, my love! Happy anniversary!
- Thanks for putting up with me for an entire year!
For your family…
- Mom and Dad, your love has been a great example my whole life. Happy anniversary.
- Happy anniversary to the people that raised me, loved me, and taught me how to love back.
- An entire lifetime together and you make it look so easy!
- Relationships aren’t perfect, but you do a damn good job of making it look close.
- Thanks for showing me the value of a healthy relationship.
- Your commitment is an example to me every day. Happy anniversary! I love you!
- Your relationship is proof that two people can be better together. Cheers to that!
Freelance Writer
Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.