What to Write in a Father's Day Card

Father's Day is fast approaching! Shopping for our paternal figures can sometimes be a tricky task, as some dads can be really hard to buy for. Whether you gift the traditional socks and whiskey (or another beverage of choice) or go for a more active experience like axe throwing or rally car driving, we believe that the most heartfelt way to tell your father what he means to you is with a handwritten message inside a luxury Father's Day card. Of course, knowing what to write in a Father's Day card can be just as tricky as the gift-buying itself, so we've put together some ideas of father's day card messages to hopefully give you some inspiration.

As you can imagine, there isn't a 'one-size-fits-all' Father's day card message that absolutely every child can use for their dads, unless you opt for something simple like adding a 'Happy Father's Day'. This can be a handy place to start the message, but for something that will be a little more meaningful, we can find a little more to say. 

One place where you could start is to have a think about your relationship to your dad. Are you close? Or not so much? Do you talk every day, or are catch-ups only for holidays? Do you enjoy the frequent times you spend together, or do you wish you could see each other more? Noting down how you'd like to enjoy your father's company could be something thoughtful to say in a Father's Day card.

• I'm so glad we see each other so often    

• I'd love to spend more time together this year

• I loved going hiking with you, race you to the top next time

• Let's go to your favourite restaurant together soon - my treat

Another place to start is to match your Father's Day card messages to the style of card you've chosen. In our collection of Father's Day Cards, we've worked hard to create different designs to appeal to all sorts of dads, whether they're older, younger, more serious or more laid-back. Depending on the style of card you choose, you could opt for a lighthearted, funny message for your dad, or perhaps something more heartfelt.

A design like our Ace Dad Card is perfect for a funny Father's Day card message, as the casual "Dad You're Ace" caption is lighthearted and informal. Have a think about those jokes where your dad made you chuckle uncontrollably (or those puns that made you groan!) A message with a callback to a funny occasion shared together is the perfect inspiration to help you decide what to write in a Father's Day card.

• Happy Father's Day! You're such a card

• When it comes to dads, you're aces high

• Your puns may be awful but I love you anyway

• Good job raising such an amazing child - I'm the best!

• You're one of the best dads I've ever had

If silly and lighthearted are two words that absolutely do not describe your Father, then something a little more serious could be a better option when considering what to write in a Father's Day card. A down-to-earth message in a card like our Geometric Father's Day Card with its clean lines, dark colours and elegant, gem-shaped design would be a perfect match. This sharper style of card is suitable for those engineering/ architectural dads, or even for grandfathers.

• Thank you for raising me

• I appreciate everything you've taught me over the years

• I am proud to call myself your child

• I know you're always there for me, thanks for always helping me when I need it
  
  

Some dads are a little softer around the edges, preferring the luxury things in life that bring joy with their existence. To match his discerning style, we turn to a design like our Best Dad Ever Card, which has the caption stamped in luxury gold foil that shimmers gently in the light, complete with wavy-edges that add to the extravagance without being overwhelming. Perfect for the tender minimalist, when adding a handwritten message inside this card, we'd go for something heartfelt.

• Happy Father's Day. I love you

• To the golden dad who deserves the world

• Treat yourself this Father's Day, you've earned it

• How did I get so lucky to have you as my dad?

• Thank you for always taking care of me

For some dads, the perfect Father's Day means leaning back, relaxing under the sunny skies and letting all their cares fade away. Whether they're retired or just a chill kind of dude, celebrate their laid-back vibes with a gentle and soothing message in their Father's Day card. Or, if they're the hard-working kind of dad who seriously needs to take a day off, encouraging relaxing times in a Father's Day card message can be a thoughtful way to celebrate those dads who have earned a break. 

• No more jobs for today, it's time to chill

• I know how hard you work, and you deserve to relax today

• Take a break this Father's day, you've earned it

• Here's to sunny skies, cloudless days, and plenty of naps in the garden

• Who's up for a day by the seaside?

For other dads, the thought of laying back sounds a lot less fun than going out for an adventure! If your paternal figure is the type of dad who loved to take you to new places, see new things, try new foods or listen to new music, then celebrating those enlightening experiences is a great starting point when thinking about what to write in a Father's Day card. Our Dad Adventures Card gives appreciative vibes for those courageous and inspiring fathers.

• Thank you for showing me the world

• Thanks for sharing your music with me (even though it's all terrible)

• I've loved our travels together, where should we go next?

• I'm so inspired by your intrepid energy

• Here's to many more years of adventuring together

When brainstorming what to write in a Father's Day card, sometimes a little bit of a poem is the way to go. It could be something as simple as the "Dad You're Rad" caption on our Checkerboard Rad Dad Card, or as extravagant as a limerick - we're sure that your dad will appreciate the effort that goes into writing something poetic for their big day.

• Dad you're the best, today you get to rest

• Happy Father's Day, today's a day to play

• You are a super dad,
  who never makes me sad,
  I'm glad you're my father,
  there's no dad I'd rather,
  I'm sorry this poem is bad
  
  

Father's Day is a time to celebrate all sorts of dads, whether they're having their first ever Father's Day since the arrival of their new little one, or if you're buying a Father's Day card for your partner on behalf of your child. The King of Dads Card is perfect for dads with younger children, who would probably appreciate a message telling them they're doing a great job with the world's hardest job. 

• Happy First Father's Day! You're doing great

• I always knew you'd be a wonderful father

• You've amazed me with your incredible daddness

• You make being an awesome dad look easy

Once you've decided on what to write in your Father's Day card, add a heartfelt sign-off as the finishing touch. Whether you go for a "love, [name]" or "love, your daughter/son/child", or an even more elaborate, "with love for ever and ever" - your sign off is the cherry on top of the cake of the message you've already written.

As they say, it's the thought that counts, so we're sure that your paternal figure is going to love your message, your card, and your gift (even if it's socks!) Happy gifting!