What To Know To Buy The Perfect Anniversary Present

When shopping for an anniversary present, it is important to be acquainted with the

signs and symbolsboth modern and traditionalassociated with each anniversary milestone. This may seem like a daunting task, but the fact is that each wedding anniversary that a couple has is associated with its own elements, materials and flowers; furthermore, each anniversary comes complete with a list of modern and traditional emblems to distinguish it from the anniversary occasions that came before itand, for that matter, that will follow afterward throughout the course of the couple's married life.

For instance, everyone knows that gold is the element of choice for the 50th anniversary. In fact, this particular milestone is often referred to as the golden anniversary. Yet fewer people might realize that wood is traditionally associated with one's fifth anniversary, and thatin modern times--silverware is often associated with this same marital milestone (probably a good thing, as most couples who have achieved five years of matrimony probably would prefer an Anniversary Present of a shiny set of silverware over, say, a set of wooden spoons). Also, even fewer people might be aware that tin or aluminum is classically used to celebrate a couple's 10th wedding anniversary, and it's modern equivalent would be to celebrate with gifts of diamonds; again, something that today's wives would be quite happy about!

Although it may be difficult to memorize or even keep track of the massive list of traditional and modern options for the Anniversary Present, the fact is that this very list can be a valuable guide to anyone shopping for this all important gift; whether it is intended for one's mate, or for a relative or good friend. Shopping for a 25th anniversary? Think silver. To celebrate 20 years together, go for platinum or china.

The all important first year milestone is the paper or clock anniversary; these may seem like uninspired things to give as gifts, but think a beautiful love letter written on elegant paper in calligraphy that your spouse can cherish, or a handmade, unique clock that the husband and wife will keep on their wall or mantle for years and years. If the gift giver is unsure of which gift to give for a particular anniversary milestone, then a number of more general tokens also serve as great anniversary present.

Jewelry of any kind is particularly appreciated, as are gifts of gourmet food and wine, home goods, floral bouquets (roses, for example, are always romantic); there are many ways to say "I love you," and no better time to say it than a wedding anniversary.

by: Gail Leino

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