Wedding Anniversary Gift Guide

The practice of giving anniversary gifts has been around since the middle ages. As each year goes by and the relationship strengthens, the gifts increase in value. Traditionally on the first anniversary, the gift is paper. But, by the sixtieth, the gift is a diamond.

Mark your anniversary with a beautiful My Adornments treasure. We have compiled examples of gifts for different years by drawing inspiration from traditional presents as well as colour themes. There are specific colours for each anniversary, which can be represented by flowers, jewellery or decorations.

1st Anniversary

The first year of marriage is represented by paper. It is common to give a card, photograph or book. For something personal, try writing a heartfelt message or poem on a piece of paper.

If you are looking for a more permanent gift, the colour of the first year is gold.

A great option is our Personalised Gold Heart Pendant, which you can engrave with you and your partner’s initials or the date of your marriage.

Alternatively, the Gold Plated Flower Bud Drop Earrings are a less expensive but equally beautiful choice. They are a sleek and modern pair of earrings inspired by flower buds, making them a great representation of the early stages of marriage.

3rd Anniversary

The 30th anniversary is traditionally represented by a pearl; however, the third is symbolised by the colour white. So if you can’t wait thirty years to give a lustrous pearl present, the third anniversary is a great time to do it.

We have a number of classic pearl pieces in our collection. Try the delicate and simple 5mm Pearl Stud Earrings, or the uniquely shaped Baroqué Pearl Pavé Diamond Pendant.

4th Anniversary

After four years of marriage, your anniversary colour is green. Our Gold Plated Square Kite Ring with Peridot Crystal makes an excellent gift.

While the 55th anniversary gift is an emerald, the beautiful brighter green of the peridot crystal is a great symbol of your younger love.

5th Anniversary

The fifth anniversary is represented by the colour blue.

We have a fabulous set of blue topaz items that will make the perfect gift. Take a look at the Gold Plated Blue Topaz Trilogy Ring and Pendant.

These two timeless pieces will make a wonderful reminder of your special day.

6th Anniversary

The gemstone of the sixth anniversary is the amethyst. A rich romantic colour, the stone was supposedly worn on St. Valentine’s finger.

We have fun flower-shaped amethyst earring charms that can be worn on a pair of earring hoops.

Or, if you want a more classic option, try the Amethyst Silver Stud Earrings.

10th Anniversary

The tenth anniversary gift is traditionally tin.

However, if you’re anything like us, you will be enticed by the modern alternative – diamond. Ten years is an incredible milestone and deserves to be celebrated with a beautiful present.

Our Diamond Huggie Earrings are a great choice. They represent the milestone without replacing the more traditional diamond ring or necklace that may be gifted on the 60th anniversary.

If you are after something more classic but a diamond ring is out of budget, try our Asscher Cut White Topaz Pendant and Ring. The clear white topaz stone is a great alternative.

15th Anniversary

The 15th anniversary is marked by a crystal.

This is the perfect opportunity to choose an item in a colour your partner loves. We have a number of crystals on our site in all different varieties.

Check out our Gold Plated Emerald Crystal Necklace, Blue Labradorite Studs and Pink Amethyst Ring. All options feature glistening crystals to represent your 15th year of marriage.

If you can’t choose just one colour, take a look at our Evil Eye Mosaic Pendant and Earrings that feature a beautiful pattern of three different crystals: London Blue Topaz, White Topaz and Black Spinel.