So, you're married!! The wedding has been and gone and the memories will last forever. But every year, your anniversary comes around and if you are looking to stick with tradition, there are list of items that you can work around.
This list has been updated in recent years, so whether you want to stick with the original, or go with a more updated version, here are some ideas that cover both!
YEAR 1
Traditional - Paper
The first wedding anniversary!! This is the most special. You have survived!! But you you finances may not be completely back in the black yet, so the gift of paper is wonderful!
Tickets to an event is a great one, but if you want something a little more sentimental, and cheaper a beautiful print, or a wedding album could be a lovely gift.
Modern - Clocks
YEAR 2
Traditional - Cotton
The idea of cotton is that it symbolises that the two of you are now intertwined, but also flexible, so a great gift here would be some new bedding, or matching cotton robes. I love these great robes from H&M that are 50% cotton, come in variety of colours and are a perfect second anniversary gift.
Modern - China
YEAR 3
Traditional - Leather
What better way to celebrate three years of marriage than a weekend trip away. Enjoy a bit of time out from your daily lives and reminisce about your magical day in a new and exciting location. New luggage would be a perfect gift that fits the Leather Anniversary and these stunning travel wallets from Aspinal of London, can make sure you jet off in style!
Modern - Crystal
YEAR 4
Traditional - Fruit & Flower
Well, of course a beautiful bouquet and a fragrant fruit basket are wonderful gifts, but they tend to wilt and decay after a few days. So, if you are looking for a something with a bit more of a shelf life, why not try adding some fragrance to yourselves or your home.
A new home scent could be just what is needed in the forth year of marriage. You can visit any good perfumery and you can select, or even create your own signature scent. Jo Malone have some great advisors who can help you out in one of their many stores.
Modern - Appliances
YEAR 5
Traditional - Wood
Wood symbolises the roots you have made in your marriage and continuing to grow strong and supportive. A strong and sturdy gift is what is required for this special year, so a strong item of furniture or decor could be bought to show this. I love these doorstops from Rope & Oak and are a perfect 5th anniversary gift.
Modern - Silverware
YEAR 6
Traditional - Iron
Modern - Wood
YEAR 7
Traditional - Copper
Modern - Desk Set
YEAR 8
Traditional - Bronze
Modern - Linen/Lace
YEAR 9
Traditional - Pottery
Modern - Leather
YEAR 10
Traditional - Tin
A tin gift may sound a bit boring and not as extravagant a gift as you may expect for a 10th wedding anniversary, but remember, anything can go in a tin! The tin can just be the holder of another gift. And, when you look at these amazing gift tins from The Biscuiteers, who wouldn't want a tin gift.
Modern - Diamond Jewellery
YEAR 11
Traditional - Steel
So many things are made of steel, and when you include stainless steel, a lot more items enter the mind. You could be looking at jewellery, watches, photoframes or even some new kitchen ware.
But my personal favourite has to be a outdoor pizza oven. This is a gift that you will both enjoy and can create a new activity for you... romantically kneading dough on a warm summer evening. What better way to spend your eleventh year together?
Modern - Fashion Jewellery
YEAR 12
Traditional - Silk
Modern - Pearls
YEAR 13
Traditional - Lace
Modern - Fur
YEAR 14
Traditional - Ivory
Now, ivory has become a bit of a taboo product in recent years due to the way it can be very unethically sourced, but if you do really want to stick to the traditional in your 14th year, then marble is a great alternative. The White Company have some beautiful marble serving items that are a great way to show your love with a beautiful homemade meal!
Modern - Gold Jewellery
YEAR 15
Traditional - Crystal
Wow! You've made it 15 years! Now may be the time to make your home a little more sophisticated, so why not look into some new glassware. A beautiful whisky decanter and glasses is a perfect addition to any socialable couples home. This one from John Lewis is so elegant and very affordable
Modern - Watches
YEAR 20
Traditional - China
Modern - Platinum
YEAR 25
Traditional - Silver
Modern - Silver
YEAR 30
Traditional - Pearl
Modern - Diamond
YEAR 35
Traditional - Coral
Modern - Jade
YEAR 40
Traditional - Ruby
Modern - Ruby
YEAR 45
Traditional - Sapphire
Modern - Sapphire
YEAR 50
Traditional - Gold
Modern - Gold
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