Anniversaries

Anniversary gifts, from the first year to the big milestones

The best anniversary gift is personal rather than expensive: something engraved, something that marks the date, or a shared experience. Traditional materials by year are a useful starting point, not a rule.

Anniversary gifting has one advantage over every other occasion — you already know the story. The best gifts reference it.

Use the traditional year materials as a prompt if you like them, and ignore them if the better gift is elsewhere.

Engraved and personalised anniversary gifts need two weeks. Book restaurants and experiences four to six weeks out.

The anniversaries gift guides

L'AGRATY Weighted Blanket for Adults 15lbs, 48"x72", Dark Grey Twin Full Size Heavy Throw Blanket, Cooling, Breathable, Microfiber with Glass Beads, Big, Washable, All-Season
Baby Book Keepsake - Simple Baby Milestone Book for Boy or Girl - Baby Journal & Pregnancy Memory Book - Monthly Milestone Record Baby Books for Baby Shower - Modern Gender Neutral Style Gift for Moms
yescool Weighted Blanket (10 lbs, 41" x 60", Purple) Cooling Heavy Blanket, Perfect for 90-110 lbs, Breathable Throw Blanket Gifts with Premium Glass Bead, Machine Washable
Featured picks

First Anniversary Gifts

Paper, photos and the first year's story.

  • L'AGRATY Weighted Blanket for Adults 15lbs, 48"x72", Dark Grey Twin Full Size Heavy Throw Blanket, Cooling, Breathable, Microfiber with Glass Beads, Big, Washable, All-Season

    Shop now

  • Baby Book Keepsake - Simple Baby Milestone Book for Boy or Girl - Baby Journal & Pregnancy Memory Book - Monthly Milestone Record Baby Books for Baby Shower - Modern Gender Neutral Style Gift for Moms

    $26.95

    Shop now

  • yescool Weighted Blanket (10 lbs, 41" x 60", Purple) Cooling Heavy Blanket, Perfect for 90-110 lbs, Breathable Throw Blanket Gifts with Premium Glass Bead, Machine Washable

    $23.54

    Shop now
Read the full guide
Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, Active Noise Cancellation, Hearing Aid Feature, Bluetooth Headphones, Transparency, Personalized Spatial Audio, High-Fidelity Sound, H2 Chip, USB-C Charging
JBL Clip 5 - Ultra-Portable, Waterproof & Dustproof Bluetooth Speaker, Big JBL Pro Sound with Punchy bass, Integrated Carabiner, Up to 12 Hours of Play, Made in Part with Recycled Materials (Black)
Apple AirTag (1st Generation) - 4 Pack. Keep Track of and find Your Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Backpack, and More. Simple one-tap Set up with iPhone or iPad, Bluetooth
Featured picks

Milestone Anniversary Gifts (10th, 25th, 50th)

Silver, gold and gifts built to be kept.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, Active Noise Cancellation, Hearing Aid Feature, Bluetooth Headphones, Transparency, Personalized Spatial Audio, High-Fidelity Sound, H2 Chip, USB-C Charging

    $199.00

    Shop now

  • JBL Clip 5 - Ultra-Portable, Waterproof & Dustproof Bluetooth Speaker, Big JBL Pro Sound with Punchy bass, Integrated Carabiner, Up to 12 Hours of Play, Made in Part with Recycled Materials (Black)

    $59.95

    Shop now

  • Apple AirTag (1st Generation) - 4 Pack. Keep Track of and find Your Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Backpack, and More. Simple one-tap Set up with iPhone or iPad, Bluetooth

    $79.98

    Shop now
Read the full guide
Apple AirTag (1st Generation) - 4 Pack. Keep Track of and find Your Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Backpack, and More. Simple one-tap Set up with iPhone or iPad, Bluetooth
Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, Active Noise Cancellation, Hearing Aid Feature, Bluetooth Headphones, Transparency, Personalized Spatial Audio, High-Fidelity Sound, H2 Chip, USB-C Charging
Amazon Echo Show 8, With Spatial Audio, Smart Home Hub, ideal for open living spaces, Designed for Alexa+, Glacier White
Featured picks

Luxury Anniversary Gifts

Splurges that read as romantic rather than extravagant.

  • Apple AirTag (1st Generation) - 4 Pack. Keep Track of and find Your Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Backpack, and More. Simple one-tap Set up with iPhone or iPad, Bluetooth

    $79.98

    Shop now

  • Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, Active Noise Cancellation, Hearing Aid Feature, Bluetooth Headphones, Transparency, Personalized Spatial Audio, High-Fidelity Sound, H2 Chip, USB-C Charging

    $199.00

    Shop now

  • Amazon Echo Show 8, With Spatial Audio, Smart Home Hub, ideal for open living spaces, Designed for Alexa+, Glacier White

    $137.69

    Shop now
Read the full guide
EFYTAL Initial Necklaces for Women, 14K Gold/Sterling Silver, Custom Gift
Bentgo Kids Prints Leak-Proof 5-Compartment Bento-Style Kids Lunch Box
Birthday Gifts Boho Hair Tie Bracelets for Women Girls, 12 Pcs - Initial M
Featured picks

Anniversary Gifts Under $50

Romantic without the price tag.

  • EFYTAL Initial Necklaces for Women, 14K Gold/Sterling Silver, Custom Gift

    $39.50

    Shop now

  • Bentgo Kids Prints Leak-Proof 5-Compartment Bento-Style Kids Lunch Box

    $29.99

    Shop now

  • Birthday Gifts Boho Hair Tie Bracelets for Women Girls, 12 Pcs - Initial M

    $9.99

    Shop now
Read the full guide
Friendship Bracelet Kit Embroidery Floss
Teaching News Literacy in the Age of AI: A Cross-Curricular Approach
5 Boxes Bracelet Making Kit Pony Beads, 96 Colors 3500Pcs Kandi Beads for Bracelets with 800Pcs Letter Bead Friendship Bracelet Rave Accessories Craft Kits for Kids Adults Keychain Jewelry Making
Featured picks

Romantic Just-Because Gifts

No occasion, which is exactly why they land.

  • Friendship Bracelet Kit Embroidery Floss

    $10.69

    Shop now

  • Teaching News Literacy in the Age of AI: A Cross-Curricular Approach

    $27.76

    Shop now

  • 5 Boxes Bracelet Making Kit Pony Beads, 96 Colors 3500Pcs Kandi Beads for Bracelets with 800Pcs Letter Bead Friendship Bracelet Rave Accessories Craft Kits for Kids Adults Keychain Jewelry Making

    $19.59

    Shop now
Read the full guide

Readers ask

Anniversaries gifts: questions readers ask

What are the traditional anniversary gifts by year?

Paper for the first year, cotton for the second, leather for the third, wood for the fifth, tin for the tenth, silver for the twenty-fifth and gold for the fiftieth. Modern lists swap in jewellery and appliances.

How much should you spend on an anniversary gift?

Most couples spend $50 to $150 on ordinary years and more on milestones. Consistency between partners matters more than the amount.

Is an experience better than a gift for an anniversary?

For an anniversary, usually yes — but pair it with one small keepable item so there is something to open on the day.

Shopping for another occasion? Browse every occasion hub or open the Christmas gift guide hub.