Unique Anniversary Gifts – What To Give?

In most cultures there are traditional gifts that you give to your partner for each wedding anniversary. These have been modernized as time goes on, however they are still present in today’s society. GiftIdeasSite provides you with very unique anniversary gift options, which will let your partner know how much yout truly care about them!

Below is a list of traditional and modern gifts for your partner for your first 10 anniversaries, as well as the other major milestones afterwards.

1st Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Paper
Example of Paper Gifts: Board Games/Puzzles, Tickets, Paintings, Stationary, Books, Calendars, Photographs, Scrapbooks
Modern Gift: Clocks
Example of Clock Gift: Antique, Decorative, Alarm, or Wall Clock

2nd Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Cotton
Example of Cotton Gift: Rug, Bed Linen, Tablecloth, Clothes, Towels
Modern Gift: China
Example of China Gift: China Jewelry, Tableware, Antique Dishes, Ornaments

3rd Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Leather Example of Leather Gift: Shoes, Belt, Handbag, Gloves, Luggage, Wallet
Modern Gift: Crystal
Example of Crystal Gift: Wine Glasses, Vases, Candleholders, Figurines

4th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Fruit/Flowers Example of Flower/Fruit Gift: Bouquet, Fruit Basket, House Plants, Fruit of the Month Club
Modern Gift: Appliances
Example of Appliance Gift: Bread Maker, Microwave, Vacuum Cleaner, Dishwasher, Hair Appliance (straightener/curling iron)

5th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Wood
Example of Wood Gift: Wood Furniture, Bonsai Tree, Firewood
Modern Gift: Silverware
Example of Silverware Gift: Tableware, Cork Screw

6th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Candy or Iron
Example of Candy Gift: Fireplace Set (If you have one), Bean Pot (filled with Jelly Beans)
Modern Gift: Wood
Example of Wood Gift: Wood Carvings, Bonsai Plant, Firewood

7th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Wool
Example of Wool Gift: Wool Scarf, Wool Sweater, Wool Gloves
Modern Gift: Desk Set
Example of Desk Set Gift: Business Desk Set, Decorative Desk Set, Business Office Set (Globe, pen holder, calendar, business cow holder, letter opener & letter holder)

8th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Pottery
Example of Pottery Gift: Clay Pot, Clay Ashtray, Ceramic Accessories
Modern Gift: Linens/Lace
Example of Linen/Lace Gift: Bedding, Table Cloths, Table Runner, Doilies

9th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Pottery and Willow
Example of a Pottery Gift: A Standing Pot with Willow, A Table Top Pot with Willow
Modern Gift: Leather
Example of a Leather Gift: Purse, Wallet, Gloves

10th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Tin or Aluminum
Example of Tin or Aluminum Gift: Tins of Tea, Jewelry Box, Candle Holders
Modern Gift: Diamonds
Examples of Diamond Gifts: Ring, Earrings, Cufflinks, Watch, Money Clip

15th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: Crystal
Example of Crystal Gift: Wine Glasses, Figurines, Candleholders
Modern Gift: Watches

20th Anniversary

Traditional Gift: China
Example of China Gift: China Jewelry, Tableware, Antique Dishes, Ornaments
Modern Gift: Platinum
Example of Platinum Gift: Tableware, Drinkware, Kitchen Tools, Jewelry

25th Anniversary

Traditional & Modern Gift: Silver
Example of Silver Gift: Jewelry, Cufflinks, Tableware

30th Anniversary

Traditional Gifts: Pearl
Example of Pearl Gift: Necklace, Earrings
Modern Gift: Diamond
Example of Diamond Gift: Ring, Earrings, Cufflinks, Watch, Money Clip

35th Anniversary

Traditional Gifts: Coral
Example of Coral Gift: Coral Chefss Set, Wall Hangings, Vase
Modern Gifts: Jade
Example of Jade Gift: Ornaments, Cufflinks