Wedding Anniversaries: Traditional & Modern Gift Ideas, From the 1st Anniversary through 60th

Ringing in another year of wedded bliss is definitely something to celebrate. As you reflect on another milestone you and your spouse made as a couple, it’s fun to keep the tradition alive with the common traditional and modern anniversary gift themes. 

6th Anniversary

Traditional: Candy/Iron
Although candy and iron seem like completely different gifts, there are tons of fun ideas for your traditional 6th anniversary present.

  • A gourmet gummy bear box is a sweet and thoughtful gift, it's and much more elegant than the typical candy you can pick up in a grocery store.
  • A personalized outdoor iron sign for your home is a great way to display your love has a happy family.
  • Champagne chocolate-covered strawberries are a lovely twist on the traditional candy gift.
  • A cast-iron skillet set is perfect for anyone who loves to cook and get creative in the kitchen.
  • A gourmet chocolate towers is an over-the-top alternative to traditional boxes of chocolates. 

chocolate covered strawberries
Photo courtesy of Fannie May

Modern: Wood
A more modern twist on the 6th anniversary gift, wooden gifts are bold, perfect for a husband or wife, and never go out of style.

  • A set of wooden nesting tables are sleek, and a great addition to any room.
  • A handmade carved salad bowl set will get so much use and look great on your tabletop.
  • If you and your partner love looking for antiques, pick out an antique desk for a timeless piece of furniture in your home.
  • Up your bar game with a set of monogrammed wood coasters.
  • An oak barrel serving tray is a more masculine way to serve your favorite cocktails and snacks.

wood tray
Photo courtesy of Pottery Barn

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