In our follow up guide to the years one through to five anniversary gift guide, we are now covering the ANNIVERSARIES six through to ten.
If you missed the first guide you can read it here.
So why do we celebrate anniversaries? It is a celebration and reaffirmation of our original vows and true intent. Because it is really is worth celebrating. The guides for gifts that celebrate anniversaries are heavily symbolic. Here, we will delve into the history and meaning attached to those anniversary guides. We decided to give you an updated version, one that fuses traditionalism with a modern flair.
6 YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT IDEAS | Traditional: Confectionary or Iron | Modern: Wood
We’ve already covered wood last year, so why not think outside the box a little? Figuratively and literally. Chocolates are all very well and good, but it’s not a lot for a 6 year anniversary gift is it?
Instead, why not delight your other half with some candy coloured gems? Our Cirque range is incredibly beautiful. Be dazzled by rings and pendants encrusted in candy coloured sapphire dress rings and diamonds. Very sweet indeed!
Cirque Pink Sapphire Ring
Cirque Sapphire Pendant
7 YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT IDEAS | Traditional: Copper or Wool | Modern: Desk Set
A desk set may be a modern update on the traditional wool or copper, but it’s a little dry. A beautiful cashmere scarf or jumper on the other hand? Classic and timeless. Warm, wonderful and lightweight. Cashmere is highly luxurious, desirable and durable. Tradition wins again for a 7 year anniversary.
8 YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT IDEAS | Traditional: Bronze or Pottery | Modern: Lace
A handcrafted set of silky lingerie is the ultimate 8 year wedding anniversary gift. Think luxury brands that design with a woman’s figure in mind. Soft, warm and inviting. You and your beloved can book a hotel and escape for the night. A true celebration of love and romance. Luxuriously modern lace wins!
9 YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT IDEAS | Traditional: Willow | Modern: Leather
We already decided that Leather was an appropriate gift for the third year anniversary. But don’t be put off by the thought of Willow. It actually has a rather profound significance. The ancient Celts and pagans believed that it symbolised harmony and immortality.
Associated with magic and witches, they are imbued with a certain majestic beauty and mystique.
Taking the symbols of harmony and immortality, apply the reference to your own marriage. It's a wonderfully intimate idea. Surprise with a beautiful potted willow that you can watch grow, together, in the years to come.
Or perhaps a modern leather timepiece which can be enjoyed daily is more your style and is perfect for a 9 year anniversary gift. The Chic quilted leather band watch is a favourite choice, available in either white, black or blue.
10 YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY GIFT IDEAS | Traditional: Tin or Aluminium | Modern: Diamond
Ten years of marriage. That’s an epic achievement. One that deserves only the best. Unfortunately, tin and aluminium aren’t going to cut it. This is a diamond grade anniversary, and only diamonds will suffice. Traditionally a ten year anniversary calls for an Eternity Ring. We get asked a lot of questions about Eternity Rings at Gerard McCabe. Particularly relating to when they should be given and what to consider when choosing one. Our advice?
Don’t make your special other wait ten years.
Traditions are fluid and don’t have to be strictly adhered to. Treat them sooner than that. Save your 10 year anniversary gift as a separate celebration. Think diamond earrings, or a diamond necklace. You can add on to these over the years and establish a collection that will become a future heirloom.
Aura Yellow Diamond Studs
Bloom Necklet
We hope you enjoyed our ramped up gift guide and are ready to spoil your other half on your anniversary. Don’t forget what the day is really about. You and your partner, cherishing another year of marriage. Reaffirming those vows and reliving the moment you both said: “I do.”
And that is something worth celebrating.
If you would like to speak to one of our expert team, book an appointment at one of our Adelaide based jewellery boutiques. Our friendly staff are always on hand to offer advice and walk you through your wedding anniversary gift ideas or we can chat with you over video if you cannot get into one of our stores.
