Anniversaries are special days for husbands and wives to celebrate their marriage and remember why they decided to make that next big step. Usually, we picture anniversaries filled with romantic gestures, fancy dinners, and thoughtful gifts, but the traditional and modern wedding anniversary gifts might have you scratching your head. Paper? Clocks? That doesn’t sound thoughtful or romantic. So what’s the deal? Traditionally, anniversary gifts given in the early years of marriage are meant to be items that will help the couple establish their new lives together as husband and wife. As the years go on, the gifts become more luxurious because the couple now has everything they need.
Check out the differences and similarities between the traditional and modern route!
Do you and your husband want to take a stab at the traditional gifts, but want to give each other something more than a sheet of paper? Here are some suggestions to inspire you (Keep scrolling for Modern gift ideas!):
Traditional Gift Ideas
1 (Paper) – Photo album, movie/concert tickets, personalized letter or poem
2 (Cotton) – Personalized bathrobe, t-shirt of their favorite sports team, large blanket perfect for cuddling
3 (Leather) – Wallet or purse, briefcase
4 (Fruit/Flowers) – Bouquet of their favorite flowers, edible arrangements
5 (Wood) – Plant a tree together, personalized jigsaw puzzle, personalized coasters
6 (Candy) – Bag/box of his/her favorite candy, bake a dessert incorporating his/her favorite candy
7 (Wool) – Blanket, gloves, socks, hat
8 (Pottery) – Decorative vase, fruit bowls, art, something handmade
9 (Willow) – Picnic basket (followed with an actual romantic picnic), willow furniture
10 (Tin/Aluminum) – Engraved frame, tea/coffee tins, aluminum tableware
11 (Steel) – Stainless steel: money clip, cuff links, bangles, rings
12 (Silk/Linen) – Pajamas, robe, tie, blanket
13 (Lace) – Lingerie for her, lingerie for you FOR him, lace cookies
14 (Animals) – Adopt a pet, buy him/her a stuffed animal of their favorite animal
15 (Crystal) – Champagne or wine glasses
20 (China) – Personalized trinket box, personalized coffee mug
25 (Silver) – Silver drink coasters, picture frame, cuff links, money clip, jewelry
30 (Pearl) – Jewelry, pearl cuff links, mother-of-pearl inlaid poker chips
35 (Coral) – Coral jewelry, live coral indoor aquarium, trip to the Coral Reef
40 (Ruby) – Ruby jewelry, money or tie clip with a ruby gemstone, red wine, ruby colored clothing
45 (Sapphire) – Sapphire jewelry, money or tie clip with sapphire gemstone, blue colored clothing
50 (Gold) – Gold jewelry, golden-yellow roses, trip to the Gold Coast or Golden Gate Bridge
60 (Diamond) – Diamond jewelry, diamond cuff links
Modern Gift Ideas
1 (Clocks) – A bedside clock, beautiful antique clock, cuckoo clock
2 (China) – Personalized trinket box, personalized coffee mug
3 (Crystal/Glass) – Engraved vase, champagne glasses, drink glasses
4 (Appliances) – Coffee maker, big screen TV, laptop/desktop, gaming console, hairdryer/curler/straightener
5 (Silverware) – Personalized silverware, knife set
6 (Wood ) – Plant a tree together, personalized jigsaw puzzle, personalized coasters
7 (Desk Set) – Personalized desk name plate, pen organizer, paperclip magnet, desk drawer organizer
8 (Linens/Lace) – Bed sheets, throw blanket, lingerie
9 (Leather) – Wallet or purse, briefcase
10 (Diamond Jewelry) – Diamond bracelet/earrings/necklace/ring, Diamond watch
11 (Fashion Jewelry) – Pick out a unique piece of jewelry or cuff links
12 (Pearls) – Pearl jewelry, pearl cuff links, mother-of-pearl inlaid poker chips
13 (Textile/Furs) – Faux fur coat, textiles include any gift of clothing, sheets, towels, rugs
14 (Gold Jewelry) – Gold necklace, bracelet, rings
15 (Watches) – Personalized watches
20 (Platinum) – Platinum jewelry, cocktail shaker and set, BBQ tools
25 (Silver) – Silver drink coasters, picture frame, cuff links, money clip, jewelry
30 (Diamond) – (Pretty self-explanatory) Diamond jewelry, diamond cuff links
35 (Jade) – Jade jewelry, jade carving/statuette, jade tie clip
40 (Ruby) – Ruby jewelry, money or tie clip with a ruby gemstone, red wine, ruby colored clothing
45 (Sapphire) – Sapphire jewelry, money or tie clip with sapphire gemstone, blue colored clothing
50 (Gold) – Gold jewelry, golden-yellow roses, trip to the Gold Coast or Golden Gate Bridge
60 (Diamond) – (A repeat! You’ll know what to do!) Diamond jewelry, diamond cuff links
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