What to write in a Milestone Birthday card

We always want to think up fun, meaningful messages for the birthday cards of friends and family, but especially so when it comes to milestone celebrations. We’ve popped our paper party hats on at Maison Papier, put our heads together and drafted some lovely lines to help you honour the mini, mid-life and more mature landmark years of loved ones.

What to write in a 1st birthday card

Happy first year on Earth, tiny little!

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Our little darling, you’re one today!

Never forget how much we love you.

Every day you make us so proud xx

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1 years old! You are growing into the most wonderful little person. We love you so much.

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To the most adorable little girl/boy, Happy first birthday!

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Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to little [name], happy birthday to you!!

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You’re not going to remember this birthday, but today and every day is filled with so much love for you.

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Today is all about you. Hope it’s overflowing with cake, jelly and all the ice cream!

What to write in a 16th birthday card

Happy sweet 16 to our sweet [name]

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All grown up but still our sweet baby!

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You’re kind, caring, and intelligent. We couldn’t be prouder of the person you’ve become.

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Happy Bdaaaaay! Let’s paaaaarty!

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Sixteen is the besteen!

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Happy 16th Birthday! May it be sweet and not at all sour.

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You’re “on the road” to becoming a wonderful and responsible adult!

What to write in an 18th birthday card

It’s time to P.A.R.T.Y! Happy 18th to my favorite person.

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It’s the big 1-8! Welcome to adulthood.

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I hope you get everything you wish for in life and more!

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Happy 18th to you. Now let’s find you a drink!

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Sending all the party vibes your way on this special day!

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Here are 18 reasons you’re the best….

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I hope your 18th birthday is just as magical as you are.

What to write in an 21st birthday card

Vingt-et-un ans! Joyeux anniversaire xxx

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Wishing you many happy returns on your milestone bday!

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All the birthday love to you!

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Here’s to you. Hope your twenties are all you’ve longed for!

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Love you x21. Have the best birthday ever!

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Your twenties are for having fun. Enjoy every minute – you deserve it!

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You’ve grown into such a beautiful person – so glad to have you in my life. Happy 21st!!

What to write in a 30th birthday card

Happy 30th! Now let’s party like you’re still in your twenties!

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So many wonderful memories we’ve had and so many more to come.

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Happy 30th Birthday! Now the fun really begins!

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Happy 30th! Relax – it’s not a big deal.

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Think of it as a day older rather than a year older.

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You’ve aced life so far and you’re sure to ace the rest.

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30s – a fine decade made finer now that you’re the star example.

What to write in a 50th birthday card

You’re infinitely wise and in great health. Welcome to your true peak years.

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Congratulations on hitting your half century. May the next half be even better than the first.

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50 not out! And you’ve done it with such panache! Standing ovation for you!

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Have a fantastic & fabulous 50th!

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50 never looked so good!

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I hope I look half as good as you when I’m 50!

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50 years young today!

What to write in a 60th birthday card

Happy 60th Birthday, you absolute diamond!

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60 and still adventuring! Long may it continue.

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Super 60 today!

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May your young heart continue to run free.

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You’re the perfect vintage.

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I love you 60 times around the world and back.

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Happy sweet 60!

What to write in a 70th birthday card

70 – it’s a golden age for a silver fox.

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Age is strictly a case of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.

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Another year around the sun! Thanks to filling my life with your sunshine!

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Happy Birthday to the youngest-hearted 70-year-old I’ve ever met!

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70 cheers for 70 years!

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Congratulations on 70 years of being an absolute star.

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70 and still sensational!

What to write in an 80th birthday card

Have an excellent 80th!

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You’re extraordinary. We love you.

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You’re our superhero. Happy 80th Birthday.

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Happy 80th! Or is it 18th? Sometimes it’s hard to tell with you!

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Around the world in 80 years. And we’re so happy that we’re here together on your birthday.

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80 hoorays for your birthday!

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Eighty never looked so elegant.

What to write in a 90th birthday card

90 and still so spritely!

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Happy 90th Birthday! May this be the best one yet!

You’re an absolute inspiration to us all.

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I hope I am as active and, more importantly, as kind as you are when I’m 90.

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Happy 90th! Time for a very well deserved cup of tea and slice of cake!

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Still naughty at ninety! Don’t change your ways now!

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A big birthday for a big heart.

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