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What is an appropriate gift to give for an anniversary? In 1922, Emily Post suggested traditional gifts for the first 15 yearly wedding anniversaries and gifts for every 5-year anniversary thereafter. Here is a list, with gift ideas for each. By Sharon LeCompte Weddings are joyful occasions. They are a time when two people bond together in marriage to form a lasting relationship. Wedding anniversaries are yearly celebrations in remembrance of that special occasion. We celebrate wedding anniversaries in various ways. Renewal of wedding vows, candlelight dinners, and gift giving are just some of the ways we celebrate our wedding anniversaries. However, what is an appropriate gift to give for an anniversary? In 1922, Emily Post suggested traditional gifts for the first 15 yearly wedding anniversaries and gifts for every 5-year anniversary thereafter. Gifts for the early wedding anniversaries tend to be inexpensive and rather practical, while gifts for the later wedding anniversaries tend to be more elaborate and expensive. Below is a list of the traditional yearly wedding anniversaries with gift ideas and suggestions for each. Suggested gifts: stationery in a favorite color, a personal journal, first edition of a favorite book, a framed invitation Suggested gifts: high thread-count sheet set, personalized quilt or throw blanket, tapestry wall hanging, towels Suggested gifts: watches, jackets, luggage, wallets, belts Suggested gifts: fruit basket, floral arrangement, flowering plant or shrub Suggested gifts: furniture, jewelry boxes, a framed photograph Suggested gifts: cookie bouquet, box of chocolates, wrought iron picture frame or wall hanging, home decor items Suggested gifts: warm coat, scarf and gloves, yard decor such as wind chimes, copper birdbaths, pottery, or fire pit Suggested gifts: bronze sculptures, yard items such as a bird bath or sundial Suggested gifts: ceramic pots, wall hangings, sculptures, tableware Suggested gifts: tea and coffee tins, decorative boxes, aluminum watches, tableware, home decor items Suggested gifts: jewelry, kitchenware, sculpture, home decor items Suggested gifts: tablecloth, handkerchief, robe, silk blouse or shirt, silk sheets Suggested gifts: sleepwear, handkerchiefs, table runners or placemats, a framed invitation Suggested gifts: jewelry, figurines, roses Suggested gifts: glassware, jewelry, wind chimes, lamps, candlesticks Suggested gifts: dishware, dinner at a Chinese restaurant Suggested gifts: jewelry, kitchenware, tea or coffee service, watch Suggested gifts: jewelry, game boards, rosary beads Suggested gifts: figurines, jewelry, vases, candle holders, chess set Suggested gifts: gemstone jewelry, ruby heart photo frame Suggested gifts: gemstone jewelry Suggested gifts: jewelry, watches, collectible coins, picture frames Wedding anniversaries can be celebrated in many different ways. Giving a traditional wedding gift is just one way to celebrate. The most important thing is to remember to celebrate in a way that is special to you. About the Author: For the perfect must have keepsake visit Keepsake Frames and Flowers. Article Source: Adult Escapes - http://www.AdultEscapes.com More free articles: 1st Rate Articles - 1stRateArticles.com |
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