“It is traditional to say ‘Congratulations’ to a groom after a wedding, but ‘Best wishes’ to the bride. The implication is that the groom has made a great ‘catch’, but that it would be impolite to say that the bride had.”Click to see full answer. In this manner, what do you say to a bride instead of congratulations?Always, always extend your best wishes to a bride, but feel free to say congratulations to the groom. We think Miss Etiquette sums it all up in her blog post devoted to this topic: “Saying congratulations to a bride implies that she has won something – her groom.Likewise, why are you not supposed to congratulate the bride? “Saying congratulations to a bride implies that she has won something – her groom. The groom is to be congratulated for getting the lady to accept his marriage proposal. To avoid controversy, many people just extend their best wishes to the bride and the groom!” Likewise, how do you congratulate the bride and groom? Casual Wedding Wishes “Best wishes!” “Congratulations!” “Congratulations on your wedding!” “We’re/I’m so happy for you!” “Wishing you lots of love and happiness.” “We/I love you. Congrats!” “Lots of love today and beyond.” “Here’s a little something to start your life together.” (If you’re including a gift.) How do you compliment a bride? 7 Bride Compliments: What She Most Wants to Hear at Her Wedding “You are beautiful.” “Your dress is perfect!” “I can’t believe how stunning these guest favors/table linens/flowers are” “You two are perfect together.” “I’m having such an incredible time, thank you!” “The ceremony was so meaningful.”
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