Anniversary Gifts – Surprise Your Loved One Year After Year
Whether it’s your first wedding anniversary or your fiftieth, this special day is always one to treasure.
Wedding anniversaries usually have a gemstone or material associated with a particular milestone year – a tradition which has grown up over decades and varies around the world. UK traditions have changed over time, although major milestones such as Silver for 25 years of marriage and Gold for 50 have always remained a constant.
If you need some inspiration choosing the perfect present for your loved one on a wedding anniversary, our list should help spark some ideas…
1st Paper How about a personalised notebook, a hardback novel with a beautiful cover, or a postcard set from a place you’ve visited together? You could even write a love letter and place it inside a Me to You card.
2nd Cotton Luxury bed sheets, new pyjamas, cotton-scented candles - there are lots of romantic cotton-related gifts to choose from. For an extra romantic touch, you could plan an anniversary spa break and give a soft cotton towel as a clue to the surprise.
3rd Leather A handbag, laptop bag, leather jacket or belt would all be perfect for this anniversary. A new fitness tracker with a leather strap is another idea to mark your three years together, recognising that marriage is a marathon, not a sprint!
4th Linen This natural material is strong and durable, just like a happy relationship. A personalised cushion in linen fabric, or a linen tote bag filled with goodies are lovely ways to treat your partner on this special day.
5th Wooden Trees symbolise solidity and wisdom – after five years you have put down strong roots together. There are so many ways to incorporate wood into a wedding anniversary gift – you could choose a new piece of furniture, a sapling to plant in the garden, a photo frame or a hanging plaque to display on the wall of your home.
10th Tin It doesn’t sound like the most romantic option, but tin represents strength and pliability. This symbolises a marriage that might have the inevitable bumps along the way, but cannot be broken. Tin is often used for garden sculpture, jewellery or keyrings. You could even base your gift around a tin of pre-mixed G&T or your partner’s favourite beer. Add to it all the ingredients for a romantic picnic or home-cooked dinner.
20th China China is an elegant and hardwearing material designed to be cared for over time. A special mug, ornament or even a brand new dinner set would be perfect to mark this anniversary. If your partner loves antique or vintage, you might even pick up a pre-loved item on an auction site. [Me to You china mug] Milestone anniversaries don’t have to break the bank The next major milestone anniversaries are 25th Silver, 30th Pearl, 40th Ruby, 50th Gold and 60th Diamond. Gifts for these celebrations can be very expensive, but with some creative thinking you can give a thoughtful present without over-spending. For example, choose a plant with silvery foliage, or a ruby-red rose. The golden glow of a candle is always romantic, bathing a room in warmth and light as you celebrate your many years of marriage.
Congratulations to anyone celebrating an anniversary, with love from Me to You.
P.S Don't Forget A Card
It’s the little things that make the biggest impact — a heartfelt message can mean just as much as the gift itself.