Traditional Anniversary Gifts by Year
Do you have an anniversary coming up? There’s no better gift than a thoughtfully chosen piece of jewelry. A sparkling pair of princess cut diamond stud earrings for her. A classic designer timepiece for him. An anniversary is a perfect time to add a classic piece to your jewelry wardrobe.
Additionally, it’s equally as thoughtful to pair your gift with a touch of tradition. If you’re not familiar with this anniversary gift tradition, here’s a breakdown on how you can incorporate this tradition into your gift.
ANNIVERSARY GIFTS BY YEAR:
1ST YEAR: Paper
- Handwritten letter
- Framed printed photos
2ND YEAR: Cotton
- Clothing
- Personalized linens
3RD YEAR: Leather
- Monogrammed suitcase or purse
- Shoes
4TH YEAR: Fruit & Flowers, or Linen & Silk
- Perfume or cologne
- Lingerie
5TH YEAR: Wood
- Handmade sign
- Furniture
6TH YEAR: Iron / Candy
- Wedding vow sign
- Chocolates
7TH YEAR: Wool/ Copper
- Copper barware
- Designer scarf
8TH YEAR: Bronze
- Bronze plaque
- Trip to a tropical island
9TH YEAR: Pottery
- Kitchenware
- Date night pottery class
10TH YEAR: Tin/ Aluminum
- Plane tickets in a tin can
- Jewelry wrapped in foil
11TH YEAR: Steel
- Appliance upgrade
- Unique handmade gift
12TH YEAR: Silk
- Silk sheets
- Lingerie
13TH YEAR: Lace
- Wedding dress keepsake
- Robe with lace detail
14TH YEAR: Ivory
- Ivory-colored dishware
- Watch with ivory detail
15TH YEAR: Crystal
- Crystal barware
- Personalized vase
20TH YEAR: China
- Fine china set
- Trip to China
25TH YEAR: Silver
- Silver earrings
- Silver diamond ring
30TH YEAR: Pearl
- Pearl earrings
- Pearl necklace
35TH YEAR: Coral
- Tropical vacation
- Coral-colored tie
40TH YEAR: Ruby
45TH YEAR: Sapphire
50TH YEAR: Gold
55TH YEAR: Emerald
60TH YEAR: Diamond
Naturally, we believe diamonds and gems should come in the form of jewelry!
If you’re ready to shop for an anniversary gift or engagement ring, our non-commissioned experts are ready to guide you to the perfect choice! Get started by scheduling a visit to the Padis Jewelry showroom.
Meta: Following tradition, these anniversary gifts are the perfect way to show your loved one your thoughtful side. Even better if it’s paired with a beautiful pair of diamond studs.