25 Wedding Vows Examples from Him to Her | Groom to Bride
FROM HIM TO HER (25 Examples)
1. Traditional & Timeless
“Sarah, today I take you as my wife. I promise to honor you, protect you, and cherish you for all the days of my life. I vow to be faithful in good times and bad, in sickness and health. You are my greatest blessing, and I will spend every day trying to be worthy of your love.”
2. Humorous & Lighthearted
“Emily, I promise to always laugh at your jokes, even the bad ones. I vow to let you have the last slice of pizza at least 60% of the time. I’ll try not to leave my socks on the floor, and I promise to love you even when you’re hangry. You’re my favorite weirdo, and I can’t wait to be weird with you forever.”
3. Short & Sweet
“Jessica, you are my best friend, my greatest adventure, and my true love. I promise to choose you every single day. I love you.”
4. Poetic & Romantic
“My dearest Rachel, you are the sunrise after my darkest night, the melody to my unwritten song. I promise to love you with a love that grows stronger with each passing season, to be your shelter in every storm, and your companion in every joy. My heart is yours, now and forevermore.”
5. Adventurous & Free-Spirited
“Amanda, I promise to always say yes to our next adventure. Whether we’re climbing mountains, exploring new cities, or just trying that weird restaurant downtown, I’m in. You’ve made life an incredible journey, and I vow to never stop exploring this world with you by my side.”
6. Deeply Emotional
“Lauren, standing here today, I’m overwhelmed by how much you’ve changed my life. You taught me what real love looks like. I promise to protect your heart as carefully as you’ve protected mine. I vow to be patient when you’re struggling, to celebrate every victory, and to love you through every challenge we face together.”
7. Pop Culture Reference
“Megan, you’re the Leia to my Han, the Hermione to my Ron. I promise to always have your back like Steve has Dustin’s. I vow to love you 3000, through every season, every binge-watch, and every debate about which movie to watch. You’re my person, my endgame.”
8. Faith-Based
“Katherine, God brought you into my life, and I see His grace in you every day. I promise to lead our family with love and faith, to pray for you and with you, and to honor the sacred covenant we’re making today. I vow to love you as Christ loves the church, selflessly and eternally.”
9. Sentimental & Nostalgic
“Jennifer, I still remember the first time I saw you, how my heart skipped when you smiled. Every moment since has been a gift. I promise to never stop pursuing you, to remember why I fell in love with you, and to create beautiful memories with you until we’re old and gray, sitting on our porch, still holding hands.”
10. Modern & Real
“Nicole, I’m not perfect, and I know I’ll mess up sometimes. But I promise to always apologize when I’m wrong, to communicate honestly, and to never go to bed angry. I vow to split the chores, support your dreams, and be your true partner in every sense of the word. We’re a team, and I’m ready for everything that comes our way.”
DO:
Include specific memories or inside jokes
Be authentic to your personality as a couple
Practice reading them aloud beforehand
Keep them between 1-3 minutes long
Write them down (emotions run high!)
11. Intellectual & Thoughtful
“Dr. Chen, you’ve challenged me intellectually and inspired me to be better. I promise to always respect your mind, engage in our debates with passion, continue learning alongside you, and support your academic pursuits. You’ve taught me that love is both an emotion and a choice, and I choose you, every day.”
12. Nature-Inspired
“Olivia, like these trees that surround us, I promise to grow with you. I’ll provide roots when you need stability and branches when you need to soar. Through every season—spring’s new beginnings, summer’s warmth, autumn’s changes, and winter’s challenges—I’ll stand beside you, weathering every storm.”
13. Musical & Lyrical
“Sophia, you’re the rhythm to my melody, the harmony to my song. I promise to dance through life with you, even when the music stops. I vow to sing badly in the car with you, to always dedicate the love songs to you, and to make sure our life together is a beautiful symphony.”
14. Practical & Grounded
“Rebecca, I promise to be your partner in building the life we’ve dreamed about. I’ll work hard for our family, fix things when they break (or call someone who can), hold your hand through the tough financial decisions, and make sure we always have coffee and toilet paper. Real love is in the everyday moments, and I’m ready for all of them.”
15. Vulnerable & Honest
“Emma, you’ve seen me at my worst and loved me anyway. I promise to never hide from you, to share my fears as openly as my dreams, to let you in even when it’s hard. You make me want to be braver, kinder, and more honest. I vow to give you all of me, the good and the messy parts.”
16. Adventure-Meets-Home
“Natalie, I promise that no matter how far we travel or how many adventures we have, you will always be my home. I vow to explore the world with you and build a cozy nest to return to. With you, I’ve learned that adventure isn’t just about the destination—it’s about who you’re with.”
17. Childhood Sweethearts
“Madison, we’ve grown up together, and you’ve been part of my story since the beginning. I promise to honor the journey that brought us here. From passing notes in class to standing here today, it’s always been you. I vow to keep falling in love with every version of you, for all our days.”
18. Second Chance at Love
“Christine, you came into my life when I’d almost given up on love. You showed me that it’s never too late for happiness. I promise to never take this second chance for granted, to cherish every moment, and to prove every day that the wait was worth it. You are my unexpected miracle.”
19. Blended Family Focus
“Michelle, I’m not just marrying you today—I’m choosing our whole family. I promise to love your children as my own, to be patient as we blend our lives together, and to build a home filled with love and laughter for all of us. Together, we’re creating something beautiful.”
20. Career Power Couple
“Elizabeth, I promise to be your biggest cheerleader as you chase your dreams. I vow to celebrate your promotions, support your late nights, and never let competition come between us. We’re building an empire together, and I’m honored to be your partner in both boardroom and bedroom.”
21. Overcoming Distance
“Hannah, we’ve spent countless hours on video calls, suffered through time zones, and counted down days until we could be together. I promise that now that we’re finally here, I’ll never waste a single moment. Every goodbye led us to this hello. The distance made us stronger, and now nothing can keep us apart.”
22. Health Challenge Focus
“Melissa, you’ve shown me strength I didn’t know existed. Through your diagnosis, treatments, and recovery, your courage has inspired me. I promise that in sickness and in health isn’t just words to me. I vow to be your advocate, your comfort, and your unwavering support through whatever challenges we face.”
23. Simple & Direct
“Anna, I love you. I choose you. I promise to keep choosing you, keep loving you, and keep showing up for you. Every. Single. Day. That’s my vow.”
24. Storyteller’s Vow
“Samantha, our love story started the moment our eyes met, and today we’re writing our favorite chapter yet. I promise to fill our book with adventure, romance, comedy, and yes, even a little drama. I vow to be your co-author in this story, and to make sure it has the happiest ending.”
25. All-Encompassing Love
“Isabella, you are my everything—my best friend, my lover, my confidant, my home. I promise to love every part of you: your strengths and insecurities, your morning grumpiness and midnight energy, your dreams and your fears. I vow to build a life with you that’s filled with laughter, trust, respect, and endless love. You are my forever person.”
DON’T:
Make them too long (guests will tune out)
Include inappropriate stories or jokes
Try to one-up your partner
Wait until the last minute to write them
Forget to bring tissues!
Remember: The best vows come from the heart and reflect YOUR unique love story. Use these as inspiration, but make them your own! 💕
