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Anniversary gifts for couples by year that they will both appreciate.

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This list covers my recommendations for wedding anniversary gifts for couples that they will both appreciate. I include the traditional and modern gifts by year.
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1st Year Anniversary

My recs for traditional and modern 1st year anniversary gifts. Traditional = Paper, Modern = Clocks

 
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This is a really thoughtful gift and great as a traditional paper gift for the first anniversary.
Home portrait, house painting, housewarming gift, our first home sign, home sweet home sign, watercolor home, house portrait, realtor gift
 
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I love this cute anniversary card for dog lovers.
Printable Wedding Anniversary Card For Couple With Dachshund, Sausage Dog Card DIY 5x7 PDF, Happy Anniversary With Watercolor Wiener Dog
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I love this different take on a wall clock for a modern 1st anniversary.
mooas 3D LED Clock 15.3" Big White Wall

2nd Year

My recs for traditional and modern 2nd year anniversary gifts. Traditional = Cotton, Modern = China

 
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These pillow cases are so cute for a traditional 2nd anniversary (cotton) gift.
BoldLoft Say I Love You Couple Pillowcases for Him and Her-Romantic Couple Gift Idea for Anniversary, Valentine's Day, Wedding, Christmas
 
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These bathrobes look so comfy, especially for a lazy morning.
Kaufman 2 Pack Personalized Plush, Velour 100% Cotton Spa/Bathrobes - Custom Embroidered - His & Hers - Walmart.com
 
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Get two of these for the couple who loves tea.
Tivoli Garden Teacup and Tea Server Set for One
 
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Get creative and give a unique vase.
Vintage Floral Vases for Flowers: Rustic Green Room Decor & Thoughtful Gift For Plant Lover

3rd Year

My recs for traditional and modern 3rd year anniversary gifts. Traditional = Leather, Modern = Glass or crystal

 
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As leather is the traditional 3rd anniversary gift, this personalized scrapbook is a great choice for a couple to keep all their memories safe.
Personalized Scrapbook Photo Album ,Leather Scrapbook ,Leather Journal,Gift for Her,Anniversary Gift
 
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This is a thoughtful gift for a modern 3rd wedding anniversary as it can be personalized.
Personalized Wine Glass, Engraved Wine Glass, Custom Wine Glass, Personalized Gift, Custom Wedding Gift, Bridesmaid Gift, Engagement Glass

4th Year

My recs for traditional and modern 4th year anniversary gifts. Traditional = Flowers or fruit, Modern = Electric appliances.

 
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I recommend this instead of fresh fruit for a traditional 4th anniversary gift. It will last longer and it looks cute.
Wooden Dried Fruit Line Up - Small 10.5"
 
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I highly recommend this air fryer as a modern 4th anniversary gift. It has two drawers, so you can cook your meat and veggies separately, but at the same time.
Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 8-Quart 2-Basket Air Fryer with DualZone Technology & Reviews | Wayfair
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5th Year

My recs for traditional and modern 5th year anniversary gifts. Traditional = Wood, Modern = Silverware / flatware.

 
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This is very unique as a traditional 5th anniversary gift.
Personalized Cutting Board
 
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I love this unique design. It will be a good choice for a modern 5th anniversary gift.
International Silver Checkered Frost Stainless Steel Flatware, 20-Piece Set, Service for 4 & Reviews | Wayfair

10th Year

Ok, I don't how it went from tin / aluminum (traditional) to diamond jewelry (modern), but these are my recs for traditional and modern 10th year anniversary gifts. 

 
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This is so unique and special to show the milestones up to the 10th year of marriage.
Personalized 10-Year Anniversary Map: Aluminum Tin “Hello, Will You, I Do”
 
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This is a great idea as a traditional 10th anniversary gift that includes the whole family.
10 Years We Made a Family Tin Sculpture Figurines - 10th Anniversary | Tin Anniversary | Wooden Box Size & Grain Will Vary
 
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This reminds me of the “My Family” stickers for cars, but I have to say I prefer these keychains.
Raw tinplate key ring - family of 3, 4, 5 people - limited edition 2015/2025
 
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I love the personalization aspect of this gift.
Personalized Aluminum 10-Year Anniversary Map
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This is perfect as a modern 10th anniversary gift.
Four Prong Basket Solitaire Lab Grown Diamond Pendant In 14K White Gold (1/2 Ct. tw. - F-G / VS2-SI1)
 
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Love this beautiful and functional bowl.
Personalized 10th Anniversary Aluminum Bowl: Hand-Forged Catch-All Dish
 
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This is truly unique and a lovely, thoughtful gift for a 10th anniversary.
10th Anniversary Family Tree: Recycled Aluminum Wire Wall Decor
 
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These are perfect as a modern 10th anniversary gift for a man who likes a minimalistic look.
Custom Two-Initial Cufflinks with Natural Clear & Black Diamonds In Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold Plated, Rose Gold Plated, NICKEL FREE
 
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I love the simplicity of these cufflinks.
Natural Onyx & Diamonds 18k Gold or Silver Cufflinks, Gift for him
 
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This is perfect for men who wear ties on a regular basis.
Personalized Diamond Accent Tie Clip in 925 Sterling Silver, Custom Engraved Roman Numerals, Numbers, Dates, letters or Latitude NICKEL FREE
 
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This is perfect as a 10th anniversary gift for women who love minimalism.
14k Tiny Diamond Stud Earrings, Small Diamond Bar Earrings, Tiny Diamond Cluster Studs, Stacking Diamonds Studs, 2 Prong Set, Patrice

15th Year

My recs for traditional and modern 15th year anniversary gifts. Traditional = Crystal, Modern = Watches.

 
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I love this unique idea for a traditional 15th wedding anniversary gift.
3D Crystal Cube Portrait
 
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I love the minimalist look of this vase.
Celebrations Vase | Waterford
 
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These are so special and beautiful. Will make a great gift.
Waterford Love Forever Flute, Pair | Waterford
 
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This will make a very special 15th anniversary gift.
Aran Bowl 13in | Waterford
 
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His and hers watch set is the perfect modern 15th anniversary gift for a couple.
Personalized Couple Wooden Watches – His and Hers Engraved Wood Watch Set Couple Gift, Matching Gift for Boyfriend, Girlfriend, Anniversary
 
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This will be a great choice as a couple's anniversary gift.
Maple Wood Couple's Watch Set | His & Hers Wooden Watches | 35mm-40mm | Handmade Wristwatches
 
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I really like this as a gift for a couple's anniversary.
Matching Opal Face Watch Set: His & Hers Australian Opal - 1980s

20th Year

My recs for traditional and modern 20th year anniversary gifts. Traditional = China, Modern = Platinum.

 
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I love the unique shape and texture of this bowl.
Serving Bowl, 67 oz., Stax
 
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White is always a safe choice as a gift. You can get the a set or select a few items.
12-Piece Set, Service for 4
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Love this look.
Ecume Platinum Dinner Plate
 
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This is a great gift for someone who is missing items in their dinner set and have not been able to find replacements
Mikasa, Garden Harvest | Replacements, Ltd.
 
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Platinum couples bracelets are great gifts for an anniversary.
Solid Platinum Pt950 Laser Cut Chain Bracelet: Unisex Link Bracelet
 
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This is really special and can be personalized for the couple.
Platinum Vinyl Record Custom Music Plaque - Engraved Wedding Song Gift Plaque for Wall Decor - Custom Vinyl Records for 1st Anniversary Gif
 
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Add a custom picture or quote to this platinum frame and you have the perfect gift.
PLATINUM Stars 8R photo frame – Platinum

25th Year

My recs for traditional and modern (in this case it is silver for both) 25th year anniversary gifts. 

 
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Get a silver personalized soundwave of the couple's favorite song for a really special gift.
25th Anniversary Gift, Silver Anniversary Gift - Soundwave Art
 
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These matching bracelets are perfect for couples who love jewelry and it can be personallized.
Couples bracelet, 25th anniversary, Matching bracelets, Wedding gifts for couple, Personalized bracelet for couples, Gift for Wife Christmas
 
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This personalized photo frame is a good choice for a couple to display their favorite picture.
Personalized Silver Photo Frame with Oak Stand - Wedding Gift
 
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This is wall display printed with their wedding song is very unique and a great gift.
Silver Sheet Music Art - 25th Anniversary Gift