Let’s face it: goodbyes are hard. Especially in letter form, where the right ending can go a long way. Over here at Dear Annabelle, we love to geek out on all things epistolary, so we did a deep dive into the many ways to say adieu, and put together a list of our favorites for every occasion. Try one out on your next letter and see how it feels — it may just become your new signature.
Ciao for now — Perfect for casual hellos, see-you-soons, and foreign correspondence
With gratitude — For friends who’ve helped you out or professional thank-yous
All my love — Classically romantic or tenderly familial
XOXO — For your BFF or new beau
Cordially — For very occasional very professional correspondence
Signing off — Formal yet funny for your favorite pen pal
Best — Safe for Work
Cheerio — The perfect silly sign off
Peace & love — Hippie-inspired and full of hope, perfect for holiday notes
Eternally yours — For long letters to long distance lovers
Ta ta for now! (TTFN!) — For cute notes to your crazy girlfriends
Sincerely — When in doubt, choose sincerity
