Valentine's message ideas about real, honest love

What are good Valentine's messages for the partner who loves you just as you are?

They didn't fall in love with Shakespeare. They fell in love with you. So shrug off the pressure to write the perfect message and instead jot down your own words, like you would say them out loud or in a voice note. An honest, authentic message – typos and all – means so much more than a generic 'Happy Valentine to my true love'.

1. Happy Valentine's Day. I'm so happy to have found someone as weird as me.

2. I love every little freckle on your face.

3. The kids are so lucky to have you. Happy Valentine's Day, my parent-in-crime.

4.  I promise to always make you proud that you swiped right.

5. Mornings are so much better now you’re here.

6. The best thing you've taught me is how to love myself. So today, I'm repaying the favour.

7. Out of all the billions of people in the world, there's no one else I'd rather binge-watch Netflix with.

8. Roses are red, violets are blue, I'm myself with you, and that's why I love you!

9. No need for fancy gestures or pretences – just us being ourselves. That's the best part of our love story. Happy Valentine's Day!

10. In a world that often expects us to be someone else, I'm grateful I found you – my safe haven where I can be me. Happy Valentine's Day!

What are the best short but sweet Valentine’s messages?

1. With you, every day is an adventure.

2. Our love story is my favourite.

3. You are the dance beat in my heart.

4. Loving you is the best decision I've ever made.

5. You're my favourite person to annoy.

6. Loving you is a piece of cake... a really delicious cake!

7. Loving you is the easiest thing I've ever done.

8. You're the peanut butter to my jelly.

9. Our love is like a fine wine; it gets better with time.

10. You light up my life like a disco ball!

    

Need valentine's messages for the person who's always got your back?

It could be the partner who's seen you through some tough times. Or the friend who you can truly count on to make you feel beautiful even when it's 11am and you're still in your PJs. Big up their loyalty with a sweet, simple thank you.

1. Thank you for loving me through the good, the bad, and everything in between.

2. You're my rock. But much better looking.

3. Thank you for always knowing exactly when I need a hug.

4. I couldn't have gotten through this last year without you. Or your memes. Thank you x

5. Thanks for always letting me know when I have lipstick on my teeth.

6. There's no one else I'd rather parent with, than you.

7. We make a pretty good team, you and me. Fancy making it official?

8. You make every day better, whether it's in PJs or dressed to impress. Thank you for being the best friend ever.

9. You are my best cheerleader. Thank you for being on my team!

10. Thanks for being my partner in crime, whether we're plotting mischief or just enjoying a cosy night in.

What Valentine's messages can I use for my funny-as-hell sidekick?

They're more likely to *eye roll* at Valentine's Day, but that doesn't mean you can't let them know just how (annoyingly) lovely they are. Make the most of shared memories and in-jokes, and you’ve got a Valentine’s card that’ll have them nodding along with every word.

1. I love you more than I find you annoying. Which is a lot.

2. All I need in this life is you. Oh, and WiFi. And snacks. But that’s it, I swear.

3. We’ve been friends for so long that we’re basically married. I now owe you a Valentine’s Day card every year.

4. We go together like cake and any day of the week.

5. Thelma & Louise ain't got nothing on our love story. Thanks for being my sidekick.

6. Happy Valentine's Day to my favourite person! My life wouldn't be nearly as wild and silly and dramatic without you.

7. Single soul mates forever x

8. Cheers to the one who knows how to push my buttons but also knows how to mend my heart.

9. Sometimes you're like a puzzle I can't figure out, but I love every moment of the challenge.

10. You're like a bag of mixed candies - sometimes sweet, sometimes sour, but always an exciting treat.

Top messages for those who find Valentine's Day hard

For those who are dealing with a loss or the end of a relationship, Valentine's Day will undoubtedly be a tough time of the year. A thoughtful, uplifting message from you could make the world of difference.

1. A little something. Because I know you hate this time of year.

2. Wish I could be with you today. Instead, I'm sending you a hug in this card.

3. I hope you know how utterly brilliant you are. Don't let anyone dim your shine.

4. Turn off the stupid love songs on the radio. And call me instead x

5. I love you. You've got this. If in doubt, deep breaths and loud music.

6. Thinking of you today, and every day.

7. If Adele can do it, so can we.

8. Who needs Valentine's when you've got Netflix and snacks? Enjoy your 'Singles Awareness Day'!

9. Happy Valentine's Day! If you find it hard, just remember, chocolate is on sale tomorrow!

10. Today's motto: 'Valentine's Day is just a date on the calendar, but pizza is forever.'

Best romantic Valentine’s Day quotes

1. "Love is the poetry of the senses." - Honoré de Balzac

2. "To love is nothing. To be loved is something. But to love and be loved, that's everything." - T. Tolis

3. "Love is a game that two can play and both win." - Eva Gabor

4. "Love is the greatest gift when given. It is the highest honour when received." - Fawn Weaver

5. "The heart wants what it wants. There's no logic to these things. You meet someone and you fall in love, and that's that." - Woody Allen

6. "To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides." - David Viscott

7. "Love is not finding someone to live with; it's finding someone you can't imagine living without." - Rafael Ortiz

8. "Love is when the other person's happiness is more important than your own." - H. Jackson Brown Jr.

9. "If I had a flower for every time I thought of you, I could walk through my garden forever." - Alfred Tennyson

10. "Love is a canvas furnished by nature and embroidered by imagination." - Voltaire

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