30+ Quotes About Love To Say In Your Wedding Day Speech

Few moments in the fabric of existence glisten with as much expectation and happiness as the day you get married. It’s a moment when two hearts come together, vows are spoken, and love unfolds its wings in the company of adored souls. But let’s be honest — as you prepare to express your deepest emotions in front of your family and friends, finding the right words can sometimes be a tad bit challenging. If you’re anything like us, you may even find yourself a little tongue-tied. That's where these timeless quotes about love come in.

Whether you’re celebrating a long-distance relationship, an LGBTQIA+ one, or simply in search of some inspiration for your vows and online wedding banner design, these 30+ beautiful quotes that speak to the very core of your love story.

1. Love Across Time and Distance

Long-distance relationships often test the strength of love, but they also nurture a profound bond that transcends physical distance. What’s more beautiful than forgoing everyone else staying committed to someone who is a thousand miles away?

Here are some quotes to commemorate your love and perhaps even inspire you both as you continue on with the journey that is your relationship.

These quotes capture the enduring essence of love across time and space:

• "Love knows not distance; it hath no continent; its eyes are for the stars." — Gilbert Parker
• "In true love, the smallest distance is too great, and the greatest distance can be bridged." — Hans Nouwens
• "Distance means so little when someone means so much." — Unknown
• "Absence sharpens love, presence strengthens it." — Thomas Fuller
• "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart." — Helen Keller
• “Love will travel as far as you let it.  It has no limits.” ― Dee King

2. LGBTQIA+ Love and Pride

Love knows no boundaries, and every love story deserves to be celebrated with pride — no matter your gender, orientation or preferences.

These quotes honor the courage and beauty of LGBTQIA+ love:

• “Society says we aren't supposed to show emotion or love each other, but my love for you can't be contained.” — Unknown
• "To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance." — Oscar Wilde
• "The only way to find true happiness is to risk being completely cut open." — Chuck Palahniuk
• "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
• "Love is love, no matter who you are or who you love." — Unknown

3. Eternal Commitment & Devotion

Marriage is a sacred promise, a vow to stand by each other through thick and thin. It’s about saying “I got you”, no matter what life may throw our way. Come rain or shine, happy tears or sadness, I’ll be there with you every step of the way.

These quotes reflect the timeless commitment and unwavering devotion of marriage:

• "A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person." — Mignon McLaughlin
• "In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no love for you like mine." — Maya Angelou
• "Grow old with me, the best is yet to be." — Robert Browning
• "A great marriage is not when the 'perfect couple' comes together. It is when an imperfect couple learns to enjoy their differences." — Dave Meurer
• “So it’s not gonna be easy. It’s going to be really hard; we’re gonna have to work at this everyday, but I want to do that because I want you. I want all of you, forever, everyday. You and me… everyday.” — Nicholas Sparks
• "Love is the beginning of the journey, its end, and the journey itself." — Deepak Chopra
• "If you fall I will catch you, I'll be waiting...time after time." — Cyndi Lauper
• "I hope you don't mind that I put down in words how wonderful life is while you're in the world." — Elton John
• "For you see, each day I love you more, today more than yesterday and less than tomorrow." — Rosemonde Gérard

4. Friendship and Partnership

At the core of every enduring love story lies a deep friendship and partnership. So along with our other friendship quotes, we wanted to share a few words that were spoken to honour the lifelong friendship that is a loving partnership, be it romantic or platonic.

These quotes celebrate the joy of finding a soulmate in your best friend:

• "The best thing to hold onto in life is each other." — Audrey Hepburn
• "Love is friendship that has caught fire." — Ann Landers
• “In the book of love, friends write the most beautiful chapters.” — Unknown
• “Love tiptoed into our friendship, creating a beautiful dance that neither of us saw coming.” — Unknown
• "A true friend is someone who knows all about you and still loves you." — Elbert Hubbard
• “Unexpectedly falling in love with your best friend is like catching the most beautiful sunrise after a night of endless conversations.” — Unknown

5. Building A Future Together

Getting married means combining your life and sharing your goals. It means building not just a home, but also a family and a future together. No matter how much your family grows, or where it grows, these words will still help commemorate the beginning of this great shared adventure.

As you embark on this new chapter of your journey together, these quotes inspire hope, resilience, and the belief in a brighter tomorrow:

• "Love doesn't discriminate; it sees no gender, no race, no boundaries. Love is love." — Unknown
• "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." — Eleanor Roosevelt
• "The best is yet to come." — Frank Sinatra
• “A loving relationship is one in which the loved one is free to be himself — to laugh with me, but never at me; to cry with me, but never because of me; to love life, to love himself, to love being loved. Such a relationship is based upon freedom and can never grow in a jealous heart.” — Leo F. Buscaglia
• "Love is the bridge between you and everything." — Rumi
• "No matter what challenges may come your way, love will always light the path forward." — Unknown
• “Marriage is like vitamins: we supplement each other’s minimum daily requirements.” — Kathy Mohnke

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As you stand on the threshold of forever, may these quotes serve as a beacon of love, hope, and inspiration. Whether you're celebrating your own love story or standing in solidarity with those who do, remember that love knows no boundaries and that together, we can create a world where love truly conquers all.