Are you looking for modern wedding anniversary gift ideas by year and theme? If so, you’ve come to the right place for ideas on contemporary anniversary gifts by year.
For instance, did you first read my blog post on easy anniversary gifts? Then, you made your way over here? If so, welcome.
Why cover anniversary gift themes
To clarify, when I first wrote that blog post, it had every modern and traditional anniversary theme in it by year.
The post was almost 10,000 words long. Therefore, it was too much.
So, I decided to break down that monstrous blog post into multiple posts.
First, there is this blog post on modern wedding anniversary gift ideas by year.
Second, there is my other blog post on traditional wedding anniversary gift ideas.
Finally, I’ve got a post on overall wedding anniversary gift ideas. Similarly, that post covers both modern and traditional themes, too.
Milestone marriage celebrations
Above all, in this new post I focus on modern anniversary gift ideas. These are ideas for a milestone marriage celebration.
For instance, I’ve included anniversary gifts by year 1-60. That’s a huge range.
In addition, I’ve got something for everyone. For example, I’ve included wedding anniversary gifts for her. Also, I’ve included anniversary gifts by year for him.
Overall, I think you’ll be pleased with the information I’ve shared.
Why cover annivesary gift ideas overall
I used to write books about weddings. Therefore, wedding anniversaries were always on my brain.
Additionally, I’ve been married for 29 years. So, every year I need to think about getting my husband the perfect present.
Finally, I’ve got a blog post on anniversary freebies that gets a ton of traffic all year long. It focuses on restaurants that give free food on your anniversary, for example.
Overall, it’s super popular. So, I know people are searching for anniversary information. Perhaps that’s how you ended up here.
Helping with wedding anniversary gift shopping
In the same vein, it means I know people are coming here already for anniversary information. Therefore, why not help them with gift ideas.
At the same time, I wanted to be sure to cover modern or contemporary wedding anniversary gift ideas.
Most importantly, as I mentioned, I wanted to put this information on modern wedding anniversary gifts in one place.
So, think of this post as your anniversary gift by year chart or list.
For example, this list goes from a 1st anniversary right through to 60th wedding anniversary. That’s a lot of anniversaries to cover.
Themes for modern anniversary gift shopping
Meanwhile, let’s get started. I’ve listed below the themes for modern wedding anniversary gifts. I’ve also included three other themes, if posisble. They are:
- color
- flower
- jewelry/gemstone
I had no idea you had so many options when buying wedding anniversary gifts. However, it’s important to note that not every wedding anniversary has additional themes.
Not every anniversary has a modern theme
Nearly all have a modern theme. That’s for sure.
However, starting with the 16th anniversary gifts, things switch up. That is to say there is only a modern wedding anniversary gift theme every five years.
So, I’ve included the traditional wedding anniversary theme in these sections. This way you at least have some idea of a theme for buying a gift.
Also, starting with the 20th wedding anniversary, the number of themes overall vary.
In addition, with the 30th, 55th and 60th wedding anniversaries, there are two additional themes only.
Finally, after the 25th anniversary, things change again. In those in-between years, there is a single theme for each year of marriage.
It is neither modern nor traditional. It just is.
Modern gift themes repeat
One more thing to note: many modern wedding anniversary themes repeat.
For example, jade, the green stone, is the theme for both the 19th and 35th wedding anniversaries.
Appliances, for instance, show up as the theme for both the 4th and 18th anniversaries.
So, don’t think it’s a mistake when you see this repetition. It’s legit.
Modern wedding anniversary gift ideas outlined
I’ve outlined it all below to make it easier for you to find modern wedding anniversary gifts by theme.
Overall, I hope this modern anniversary gift list by year and theme is helpful.
In short, I hope it makes your shopping for wedding anniversary presents easier.
Likewise, this would hold true whether you’re shopping for your husband, parents, friends or a couple you know.
1 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 1 year wedding anniversary gift theme: clocks
- 1 year wedding anniversary color: gold or yellow
- Flowers for 1 year wedding anniversary: carnations or pansies
- Jewelry or gemstone for a 1st anniversary: gold, pearl or peridot
Modern 1 year wedding anniversary gift ideas
What about a timepiece, like an Apple Watch. I’m sure that an Apple Watch would be a much appreciated 1 year anniversary gift for her or him both.
One year anniversary gift ideas
Easy 1st Anniversary Gifts
I found some creative first wedding anniversary gifts over on Etsy that I just had to share with you.
2 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern second anniversary gift theme: china or porcelain
- Colors for second wedding anniversary gift: red or linen white (probably to go along with cotton)
- Flowers for second wedding anniversary gift: lily of the valley
- Second wedding anniversary gem or jewelry: garnet or rose quartz
Modern second anniversary gift ideas
For starters, do you have items left on your wedding registry?
Similarly, is there anything you know your husband or wife would love to have in china or porcelain?
If so, then, bingo, there’s your modern second anniversary gift answer.
3rd modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 3rd wedding anniversary gift: crystal or glass
- Color for three year wedding anniversary: white or jade green
- Flowers for 3rd anniversary: sunflowers or fuchsia
- Gemstone for third year: pearl
Modern 3rd wedding anniversary gift ideas
Meanwhile, if buying off your wedding gift registry worked well for your second anniversary, why not hit if up again for 3rd anniversary gift ideas? This would be perfect for the modern theme of crystal or glass.
4 year marriage modern anniversary gift theme
- Modern 4th wedding anniversary gift theme: appliances
- Color for 4th year wedding anniversary: blue or green
- Flowers for 4th year wedding anniversary: hydrangeas or geraniums
- Gemstone for 4th wedding anniversary: blue topaz
Modern 4th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Has one of your been wanting a new Keurig or another kind of appliance? Therefore, that’s an easy peasy modern 4th wedding anniversary gift idea.
Gift ideas for a 4th wedding anniversary
4th Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas
Two themes for 4th wedding anniversary gifts are appliances and the colors green and blue. Why not combine for colorful and practical gifts for him or her?
Keurig K-Select Coffee Maker in Matte Navy
KitchenAid Stand Mixer Green Apple
Crockpot Slow Cooker Turquoise
Looking for more creative ideas beyond appliances? Check out the 4 year anniversary gift ideas I found on Etsy.
4 year anniversary gift ideas on Etsy with a modern theme
Etsy 4 Year Anniversary Gift Ideas Modern Theme
When it comes to a 4 year anniversary, you can find tons of gift ideas on Etsy. This includes gifts that fall under the modern theme. That theme includes the colors blue or green, hydrangeas and blue topaz.
5th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 5th wedding anniversary gift theme: silverware
- Colors for 5th wedding anniversary gift: blue or pink
- Flowers for 5th wedding anniversary: daisies
- Gemstone for 5th wedding anniversary: sapphire
Modern 5th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Once again I’ll go back to the wedding registry. Are there any silverware pieces still to be purchased?
If so, then, in the same vein as earlier anniversaries where I suggest shopping off the registry, it could be your go to, too.
Finally, if you need a last-minute 5th anniversary gift, why not go with flowers? If you can’t pick daisies for your beloved, you could pick up a pot of daisies at your local gardening center.
Modern 5th wedding anniversary gift ideas on Amazon
Amazon 5th Wedding Anniversary Gifts Modern Theme
You can find plenty of 5th wedding anniversary gift ideas on Amazon. If you're looking for the modern theme symbol of silverware, you might like what I've found, below.
Etsy modern 5th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Etsy Modern 5th Anniversary Gifts
Here are some 5th anniversary gift ideas I found on Etsy. They includes the modern themes and symbols of silverware, sapphires and daisies.
6th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 6th wedding anniversary theme: wood
- Colors for 6th wedding anniversary: purple, turquoise or white
- Flowers for 6th wedding anniversary: calla lilies
- Gemstone for 6th wedding anniversary: amethyst
Modern 6th wedding anniversary gift ideas
What about a cutting board that represents the state where you live or where you grew up?
Likewise, you could go with a wood gift that’s also a game, such as corn hole games.
7 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 7 year wedding anniversary theme: desk sets
- Colors for 7 year wedding anniversary: onyx, yellow or off white
- Flowers for 7 year wedding anniversary: freesia or Jack in the pulpit
- Gemstone for 7 year wedding anniversary: onyx
Modern 7 year wedding anniversary gift ideas
When I look on Amazon, I see tons of search results for desk sets and accessories for men and desk sets and accessories for women.
You can even find copper desk sets as way to combine both the traditional and modern gift themes.
Therefore, you shouldn’t have any trouble finding a modern wedding anniversary gift for your 7th year of marriage.
You can also find plenty of modern 7 year wedding anniversary gift ideas on Etsy.
Etsy 7 year anniversary gifts
7 Year Anniversary Gift Modern Theme
The modern theme for a 7 year anniversary is/are desk sets. And you can find some really cool ones on Etsy. One I found is made from hammered copper, which brings in one of the traditional themes for a 7th anniversary--copper.
I've also included desks that work with Peloton. You can buy them--at a discount--directly from the manufacturer when you use code LEAH10 at checkout.
8th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 8th wedding anniversary gift theme: linens or lace
- Colors for 8th wedding anniversary gift: tourmaline, tanzanite or bronze
- Flowers for 8th wedding anniversary gift: lilac or clematis
- Gemstone for 8th wedding anniversary gift: tourmaline
Modern 8th wedding anniversary gift ideas
For instance, when I think about lines or lace, I think about linens for the home. These linens are made from upcycled denim and cotton. This gorgeous tablecloth is made from 100% Italian linen. Mwah!
In addition, you could also consider lace lingerie. You can find some lovely lace lingerie on Nordstrom.com. Plus, you get free shipping both ways.
9 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 9 year wedding anniversary gift theme: leather
- Colors for 9 year wedding anniversary gift: blue lapis, purple, green or terracotta
- Flowers for 9 year wedding anniversary gift: bird of paradise or poppy
- Gemstone for 9 year wedding anniversary gift: lapis lazuli
Modern 9 year wedding anniversary gift ideas
Looking for leather wedding anniversary gift ideas? Did you find a winner with your 3rd wedding anniversary gift?
Certainly, if you did, why not repeat it for your 9 year wedding anniversary gift, too. If not here are some 9 year anniversary gift ideas I found on Etsy.
9 year anniversary gifts you can buy on Etsy
Etsy 9 Year Anniversary Gift Ideas Modern Theme
As we've specified the modern 9th anniversary gift themes include leather and terracotta pottery. I found some present possibilities for him and for her on Etsy that would easily work for a 9 year wedding anniversary.
10th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 10th wedding anniversary theme: diamond jewelry
- Colors for 10th wedding anniversary: silver or blue
- Flowers for 10th wedding anniversary: daffodils
- Gemstone for 10th wedding anniversary: diamond
Modern 10th wedding anniversary gift ideas
This 10th wedding anniversary theme speaks for itself–diamond jewelry.
11 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 11 year anniversary gifts theme: fashion jewelry
- Colors for 11 year anniversary gifts: turquoise or yellow
- Flowers for 11 year anniversary gifts: tulips or morning glory
- Gemstone for 11 year anniversary gifts: turquoise
Modern 11 year anniversary gifts ideas
Firstly, fashion jewelry is also known as costume jewelry. So, don’t let that phrase confuse you.
Most importantly, think about the kinds of jewelry you might buy in a chain store such as Target. And then go shopping!
12 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 12 year wedding anniversary gift theme: pearls
- Colors for 12 year wedding anniversary gift: jade, opal or oyster white
- Flowers for 12 year wedding anniversary gift: peony
- Gemstone for 12 year wedding anniversary gift: jade
Modern 12 year wedding anniversary gift ideas
Firstly, we’ve seen pearls before in the first and third wedding anniversaries. Now it’s a modern 12th anniversary symbol, too, and could be the basis of your 12 year anniversary gift idea.
For instance, where do pearls come from? Oysters. So why not have a dinner of oysters.
On the other hand, you can always go with pearl jewelry for him or for her as your 12th anniversary gifts.
12th wedding anniversary gifts on Amazon
12th Wedding Anniversary Gifts on Amazon
You can find plenty of 12th wedding anniversary gifts on Amazon. Remember: the modern theme is pearls, and the traditional theme is linen or silk. After that all of the other 12 year anniversary symbols are the same--jade, opal and peonies.
13 year modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 13 year anniversary gift theme: textiles
- Colors for 13 year anniversary gift: citrine or white
- Flowers for 13 year anniversary gift: chrysanthemum or hollyhock
- Gemstone for 13 year anniversary gift: citrine
Modern 13 year anniversary theme gift ideas
So, a 13 year modern gift of textiles could be anything for around the house.
14th wedding anniversary modern gift theme
- Modern 14th anniversary gift theme: gold jewelry
- Colors for 14th anniversary gift: opal or ivory
- Flowers for 14th anniversary gift: dahlias or orchids
- Gemstone for 14th anniversary gift: opal
Modern 14th anniversary gift ideas
Gold jewelry is an easy gift choice. It could be a bracelet, earrings, or necklace, or cufflinks as a 14th anniversary gift idea for him.
Amazon shopping for a 14th wedding anniversary gift
14th Anniversary Gift Ideas on Amazon
One of the easiest places to shop for anniversary gifts is Amazon. That's why I've pulled together these ideas for 14th anniversary gifts that you can find on Amazon. These are suggestions for the modern themes of gold jewelry, orchids and opal.
15 wedding anniversary modern gift theme
- Modern 15 wedding anniversary gift theme: watches
- Color for 15 wedding anniversary gift: ruby red
- Flowers for 15 wedding anniversary gift: roses
- Gemstone for 15 wedding anniversary gift: ruby
Modern 15 wedding anniversary gift ideas
I’m going to hit up my idea from an earlier anniversary–an Apple Watch.
16 year wedding anniversary theme
In short, here are the three themes for 16th anniversary gifts:
- Traditional 16 year wedding anniversary gift: coffee or tea
- Colors for the 16 year wedding anniversary gift: emerald green, red or silver
- Gemstone for a 16 year wedding anniversary gift: peridot
17 year wedding anniversary theme
In short, here are the three themes for 17 year wedding anniversary gift ideas:
- Traditional 17 year wedding anniversary gift: wine and spirits
- Colors for 17 year wedding anniversary gift: yellow
- Jewelry for 17 year wedding anniversary gift: watches
18 year wedding anniversary theme
In short, here are the three themes for 18 year wedding anniversary gift ideas:
- Traditional 18 year wedding anniversary gift: appliances
- Color for 18 year wedding anniversary gift: blue
- Gemstone for 18 year wedding anniversary gift: cat’s eye
19th wedding anniversary theme
In short, here are the three themes for 19th wedding anniversary gifts:
- Traditional 19th wedding anniversary gift: jade
- Color for 19th wedding anniversary gift: bronze
- Gemstone for 19th wedding anniversary gift: aquamarine
20th wedding anniversary theme modern
- Modern 20th anniversary gifts theme: platinum
- Colors for 20th anniversary gifts: emerald green or white
- Flowers for 20th anniversary gifts: aster or day lily
- Gemstone for 20th anniversary gifts: emerald
Modern 20th wedding anniversary gift ideas
For starters, platinum is a hard, long-lasting metal. Therefore, I’m sure any spouse would love jewelry featuring or made from platinum.
Likewise, when thinking about easy modern anniversary gifts for a 20th anniversary, you can always consider these platinum gifts for men:
- crystal whiskey glasses with platinum
- platinum cufflinks with his initial on them
- shaving kit featuring platinum blades and a platinum-looking handle
Fun Fact
With both emerald and platinum representing for a 20th wedding anniversary, you might think that the 20th wedding is the emerald anniversary or the platinum anniversary.
However, it is not. At least not everywhere in the world.
For example, emerald is for 55 years of marriage.
On the other hand, platinum is for 70 years.
But this platinum designation is for the U.K. only.
Therefore, there does not seem to be a platinum wedding anniversary designation in the United States.
21st wedding anniversary gift theme
In short, here are the three themes for 21st wedding anniversary gifts:
- Traditional 21st wedding anniversary gift: fire
- Color for 21st wedding anniversary gift: orange
- Gemstone for 21st wedding anniversary gift: iolite (a violet-blue-purple crystal and gem)
22nd wedding anniversary gift theme
In short, here are the three themes for 22nd wedding anniversary gifts:
- Traditional 22nd wedding anniversary gift: water
- Color for 22nd wedding anniversary gift: green
- Gemstone for 22nd wedding anniversary gift: spinel (dark green crystal)
23 year wedding anniversary gift theme
In short ,here are the three themes for 23 year anniversary gifts:
- Traditional 23 year anniversary gift: air
- Color for 23 year anniversary gift: silver
- Gemstone for 23 year anniversary gift: imperial topaz (rare topaz with pink, orange, peach or champagne coloring)
24 year wedding anniversary gift theme
In short, here are the three themes for 24 year anniversary gifts:
- Traditional 24 year anniversary gift: stone
- Color for 24 year anniversary gift: lavender
- Gemstone for 24 year anniversary gift: tanzanite
25 wedding anniversary modern gift theme
- Modern 25 wedding anniversary gifts theme: silver
- Colors for 25 wedding anniversary gifts: silver
- Flowers for 25 wedding anniversary gifts: iris
- Jewelry for 25 wedding anniversary gifts: silver
25th anniversary ideas
As a result of the most of the themes for a 25th wedding anniversary being silver, there is no reason for me to break out gift suggestions by theme.
Therefore, most any 25th anniversary ideas you come up with are going to revolve around silver. It is known as the silver wedding anniversary after all.
The only variation might be, for example, if you wanted to work in the 25 wedding anniversary flower–the iris. As a result, you could always buy a silver iris or simply the real thing.
Silver anniversary gift ideas you can buy on Amazon
Amazon 25th Wedding Anniversary Gifts
Whether it's your parents celebrating their silver anniversary, or you and your spouse having a 25th wedding anniversary, there are plenty of gift options you can buy on Amazon. This includes silver anniversary gifts for men--because husbands and fathers are always a challenge to shop for. Here are a few ideas to consider.
Etsy gifts for a 25th wedding anniversary
25th wedding anniversary gifts for parents on Amazon
Amazon 25th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Parents
Amazon offers a ton of gift options if you're buying for parents celebrating their silver anniversary. Here are a few ideas to consider when shopping for 25th wedding anniversary gifts for parents.
Wedding anniversary 26-29
Once you get to wedding anniversaries for years 26 through 29, they each have a single gift theme. Here they are, in a bulleted list:
- 26th wedding anniversary gift theme: art
- 27th wedding anniversary gift theme: music
- 28 years wedding anniversary gift theme: linens
- 29th wedding anniversary gift theme: tools
Gift ideas for wedding anniversary themes 26-29
Anniversaries 26-29 Gift Themes and Ideas
When you've reached your marriage milestone of being married for 26, 27, 28 and 29 years, you're looking at a single wedding anniversary gift theme. They are:
- 26: art
- 27: music
- 28: linens
- 29: tools
With these themes in mind, I've suggested some gifts to get by year that are personalized and could work as a present for him, for her, for a couple, for parents or grandparents, or anyone else you know celebrating their anniversary.
The 27th wedding anniversary gift theme is music. Why not give the gift of music the recipient can enjoy all year long? If it makes sense, check out a SiriusXM subscription. Or give a throwback gift of vinyl records. There are a handful of subscription boxes on the Cratejoy website devoted entirely to vinyl records.
The 29th wedding anniversary gift theme is tools. So, get them tools from a store like The Home Depot.
30th wedding anniversary gift theme modern
- Modern 30th anniversary gifts theme: diamond
- Color for 30th anniversary gifts: green
- Flowers for 30th anniversary gifts: lily or sweat pea
30th wedding anniversary gifts Amazon
30th Wedding Anniversary Gifts on Amazon
You can find plenty of 30th wedding anniversary gifts on Amazon. Remember: the modern theme is diamond, and the traditional theme is pearls.
Like with other "later in life" wedding anniversaries, there are fewer symbols. So beyond the traditional and modern symbols themes above, the color for 40 years of marriage is green and the flowers are lily or sweet pea.
Maybe because the themes themselves are gemstones, if you will, there is no 30th wedding anniversary gemstone, per se, beyond the diamond (modern) and pearls (traditional).
Modern 30th anniversary gifts ideas
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Likewise, diamonds are the modern 30th wedding anniversary symbol.
Therefore, you can think about a gift of diamonds or diamond jewelry.
On the other hand, when thinking about 30th anniversary gifts, think about the baseball diamond. For example, you could buy tickets to a game.
Likewise you could buy something related to baseball, such as a hat from a favorite team.
In short any of these ideas could be the perfect idea for easy anniversary gifts for him and her.
Most importantly, these ideas work really well if you’re both baseball nuts.
Easy wedding anniversary gift ideas
Easy Anniversary Gifts By Year
When anniversaries get beyond the traditional years for gifts--10th, 25th, etc.--it gets harder to find gift ideas. I just discovered these numbered wooden boards that you can get customized on Etsy. While the examples below are for birthday, these could easily be turned into easy anniversary gifts.
Wedding anniversary 31-34
So, with wedding anniversaries for years 31 through 34, there is a single gift theme only. To clarify, here they are, in a bulleted list:
- 31st wedding anniversary gift theme: travel
- 32nd wedding anniversary gift theme: bronze
- 33rd wedding anniversary gift theme: iron
- 34th wedding anniversary gift theme: food
Gift ideas for wedding anniversary themes 31-34
31-34 Anniversaries Gift Themes and Ideas
When you've reached your marriage milestone of being married for 31, 32, 33 or 34 years, you're looking at a single wedding anniversary gift themes to shape your shopping and gift buying. So there's no reason to think in terms of a traditional gift theme or a modern gift theme. They're all the same.
Those themes are:
- 31 anniversary: travel
- 32 anniversary: bronze
- 33 anniversary: iron
- 34 anniversary: food
With these four themes in mind, I've suggested some gifts to get by year that are personalized and could work as a present for him, for her, for a couple, for parents or grandparents, or anyone else you know celebrating their 31st, 32nd, 33rd or 34th wedding anniversary.
The theme for a 31st wedding anniversary is travel. In the "before times" I would have suggested you plan or give a trip to some exotic location or one that's been on your bucket list forever. However, in our current context, here's how I would suggest you find an anniversary gift that matches the theme symbol of travel--do it virtually.
For example, you can still scratch the wanderlust itch with a travel-oriented subscription box, such as the Wordy Traveler available through Cratejoy.
Every three months the Wordy Traveler sends three books, each set in an exotic locale. That way you can be transported (albeit inside your mind) someplace without traveling from the comfort--or safety--of your home.
With bronze being the theme for a 32nd wedding anniversary, I love the idea of giving a bronze statue or original piece of art. You can find plenty of original bronze pieces on Etsy, such as this Bronze Climbing Men art work
With the theme of a 33rd wedding anniversary iron, you can come up with great gift ideas for him or her. For example, if the couple likes to play golf, you can go with a new set of irons. Or, if the couple likes to cook--and camp--you can choose a gift like these cast iron cooking pots from Bass Pro Shops. They're designed to be used outdoors over an open flame.
The theme or symbol for a 34th wedding anniversary is food. So why not give the gift of food? You can order a food basket from your favorite local store, you can offer to cook the happy couple dinner--or take them out, if that's an option--or you can order then a subscription box to a meal kit service like Blue Apron. We love cooking with Blue Apron.
Gifts on Amazon for an iron anniversary
Iron Anniversary Gifts Amazon
Iron comes up as a wedding anniversary gift theme in two instances. First, iron is the traditional theme for a 6th anniversary. Second, iron is the theme for a 33rd wedding anniversary. It is both the traditional and the modern theme for 33 years of marriage.
If you're looking to shop for a 6th or 33rd anniversary gift on Amazon, here are some iron anniversary present ideas to consider.
35th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 35th wedding anniversary gift theme: jade
- Color for 35th wedding anniversary gift: coral
- Flowers for 35th wedding anniversary gift: African violets
- Gemstone for 35th wedding anniversary gift: emerald
Modern 35th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Here’s why I think jewelry is a great 35th wedding gift.
One, there are three gemstores as modern wedding anniversary symbols to choose from.
Two, jewelry is a great gift to give him or her, or your parents.
Three, you can easily find great gift ideas on Etsy.
Modern theme gift ideas you can find on Etsy
Etsy 35th Wedding Anniversary Gifts Modern Theme
Etsy is a treasure trove of ideas for 35th wedding anniversary gifts, including ideas for parents and ideas for him. These suggestions feature the modern themes and symbols of jade, coral and emerald.
35th wedding anniversary gifts you can buy on Amazon
Amazon 35th Wedding Anniversary Gifts
Lots of people like to do their gift shopping on Amazon. It's no different with a 35th wedding anniversary.
With themes and symbols of coral, emerald and African violets, Amazon has tons of gift ideas to offer. Here are a few to consider.
Wedding anniversary 36-39
Are celebrating a wedding anniversary for 36 to 39 years of marriage, for instance?
If so, then you need consider one gift theme when shopping for your spouse. Just one.
Therefore, here are those themes by anniversary year. I’ve put them in an easy to read bulleted list:
- 36th wedding anniversary gift: antiques
- 37th wedding anniversary gift: books
- 38th wedding anniversary gift: luck
- 39th wedding anniversary gift: laughter
Gift ideas for wedding anniversary themes 36-39
36-39 Anniversaries Gift Themes and Ideas
When you've reached your marriage milestone of being married for 36, 37, 38 and 39 years, it gets more challenging to find unique gifts to give each other or someone you know. But here's the good news: you're looking at a single wedding anniversary gift themes to shape your shopping and gift buying. Those themes are:
- 36: antiques
- 37: books
- 38: luck
- 39: laughter
With these four themes in mind, I've suggested some gifts to get by year that are personalized and could work as a present for him, for her, for a couple, for parents or grandparents, or anyone else you know celebrating their 36th, 37th, 38th or 39th wedding anniversary.
The theme for a 36th anniversary is antiques. If you can't get out to an antiques store to shop, a site like Etsy can help bring the antiques to you, such as the Antique Silver Filigree Art Deco Earrings shown here.
In fact, when you search "antiques" on Etsy, you'll get more than 2 million results in a variety of categories. This includes home and living, jewelry, art and collectibles, books, clothing and much more.
Books are the theme for a 37th anniversary. Sure, you can buy books from a major retailer, but why not support a small business if you can? I've become a huge fan of Bookshop.org. It's a website that links hundreds of small bookstores around the country and gives them an ecommerce platform. Every book I've bought this year has been from Bookshop.org.
The theme of a 38th anniversary is luck. So, why not think about lucky gifts or gifts of something or a symbol that represents luck. It could be a four-leaf clover or a wishbone, like the 14 karat gold necklace shown here from Etsy.
40th wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 40th anniversary gift theme: ruby
- Colors for 40th anniversary gift: ruby red
- Flowers for 40th anniversary gift: gladiolas or nasturtium
- Gemstone for 40th anniversary gift: ruby
Modern 40th anniversary gift idea
Most of the 40th anniversary gift themes are ruby. Therefore, your best bet for 40th anniversary gift ideas is something ruby.
Seems obvious, right? In other words, you could give a gift of ruby red gladiolas or nasturtium.
Those are the flowers for a 40th anniversary gift. On the other hand, why not choose ruby jewelry for him or her.
40th wedding anniversary gifts Amazon
40th Wedding Anniversary Gifts Amazon
Shopping for a 40th wedding anniversary gift is easy, because the theme and symbol is pretty consistent throughout--ruby. That is, the color is ruby red, the jewel is ruby and the overall theme (both modern and traditional) is ruby.
What's also easy? Buying 40th wedding anniversary gifts on Amazon. Check out some ideas below, including anniversary gift ideas for parents celebrating 40 years of marriage.
Wedding anniversary 41-44
So, with wedding anniversaries for years 41 through 44, there is a single gift theme only. As a result, here they are, in a bulleted list:
- 41st wedding anniversary gift theme: office
- 42nd wedding anniversary modern gift theme: clocks and watches
- 43rd wedding anniversary gift theme: entertainment
- 44 year wedding anniversary modern gift theme: electronics
Gift ideas for wedding anniversary themes 41-44
41-44 Anniversaries Gift Themes and Ideas
When you've reached your marriage milestone of being married for 41, 42, 43 and 44 years, first of all, congratulations! That's a long time to be married. Not many couples reach these milestons.
At the same time, it gets more challenging to find unique gifts to give each other or someone you know. But here's the good news: you're looking at a single wedding anniversary gift themes to shape your shopping and gift buying for years 41-44. That's because the traditional gift theme and the modern gift them are the same.
Those themes or symbols are:
- 41 anniversary: office
- 42 anniversary: clocks or watches
- 43 anniversary: entertainment
- 44 anniversary: electronics
With these four themes in mind, I've suggested some gifts to get by year that are personalized and could work as a present for him, for her, for a couple, for parents or grandparents, or anyone else you know celebrating their 41st, 42nd, 43rd or 44th wedding anniversary.
The theme for a 41st anniversary gift--both modern and traditional--is office. You can take this broad notion in many different ways. But given our current context, let's focus on a home office--even if the gift recipient isn't working full-time anymore.
Every home these days seems to have a home office space or nook. So why not buy something that can enhance that home office, such as this writing desk from Walmart.com.
The theme for the 42nd wedding anniversary is the gift of clocks or watches. If the people celebrating being married for 42 years haven't yet upgraded to smart watches, this would be the perfect anniversary to give them something like this Apple Watch Series 6.
The modern and traditional gift theme for a 43rd wedding anniversary is the gift of entertainment. Easy gift idea? Tickets to some kind of entertainment--Broadway show, Las Vegas spectacle, favorite band in concert--that is, if live entertainment is something you're doing right now.
What's a close second? The gift of entertainment that you can enjoy at home. You could go for the gift of Amazon Prime, which would give them instant access to movies and TV shows they can stream at home, plus over a million songs and hundreds of playlists.
Another way to enjoy entertainment at home: artwork that represents the gift recipient's favorite entertainment, such as this "Jaws" movie poster I found on Etsy. There are plenty of vendors on that platform selling movie posters.
The modern and traditional theme for 44th anniversary gifts is electronics. You could always buy the person something new that's electronic, like a TV.
I like putting a twist on the traditional--or modern--gift, such as this Scosche Cup Mount and Power Hub for Mobile Devices aka electronics. It allows the gift recipient a convenient place to put their phone in the car and charge it at the same time.
Use the code SCOSCHE25 on Scosche.com to save 25% on your purchase. FYI, I have a Scosche heart rate monitor, which is fantastic. So I can vouch for this company making and selling quality goods.
45th wedding anniversary gift modern theme
- Modern 45th wedding anniversary gift theme: sapphire
- Color for 45th wedding anniversary gift: sapphire blue
- Flower for 45th wedding anniversary gift: blue iris
- Gemstone for 45th wedding anniversary gift: sapphire
Traditional and modern 45th anniversary gift theme
Certainly your gift choices for a 45th wedding anniversary are pretty simple–sapphire. In conclusion, buy something with sapphires in it or in the color sapphire blue, and you’ll have chosen a great gift.
45th wedding anniversary gift ideas you can find on Etsy
Etsy 45th Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas
When it comes to the wedding anniverary symbol for 45 years, it doesn't matter if you're looking to give a gift with a modern or a traditional theme. The themes and symbols are all the same.
Everything about a 45th wedding anniversary is blue. Sapphire blue. Blue iris. So as long as your keep those colors, gemstones or flowers in mind, you'll do great. I'll get you started with these gift ideas I found on Etsy.
Need a last-minute 45th wedding anniversary fast? Why not go with the flower symbol of blue iris.
Send your parents or grandparents or your friends celebrating their 45th wedding anniversary a gift of blue iris flowers.
Last-minute 45th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Wedding anniversary 46-49
So, after your 50th or golden wedding anniversary, you have only one gift theme per year of marriage.
As a result, for years 46 through 49, here are the themes, in a bulleted list:
- 46th wedding anniversary gift: games
- 47th wedding anniversary gift: garden and plants
- 48th wedding anniversary gift: home improvement
- 49th wedding anniversary modern gift: copper
50th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 50th anniversary gift theme: gold
- Color for 50th anniversary gift: gold
- Flower for 50th anniversary gift: yellow roses and/or violets
- Jewelry for 50th anniversary gift: gold
Modern 50th anniversary gift theme
Just like the 25th wedding anniversary, with the 50th anniversary there is no reason for an extensive list of gift themes and ideas.
Likewise, most of the themes for 50th wedding anniversary gift ideas is gold.
In other words, it’s your golden wedding anniversary.
So the choice for easy anniversary gifts? For instance, something made of gold or featuring a golden hue is right on track.
Wedding anniversaries 51-54
So, with wedding anniversaries for years 51 through 54, there is a single gift theme only. Here they are, in a bulleted list:
- 51st wedding anniversary gift theme: photos and cameras
- 52nd wedding anniversary gift theme: bath and spa
- 53rd wedding anniversary gift theme: plastic
- 54th wedding anniversary gift theme: glass
55th modern wedding anniversary gift theme
- Modern 50th anniversary gift theme: emerald
- Color for 50th anniversary gift: emerald green
- Flower for 50th anniversary gift: calla lily
Modern 55th anniversary gift theme
Firstly, the 55th wedding anniversary has just a few gift themes. Secondly, of them, two of the themes are the same.
After that, there are similarities. For instance, those similarities would be emerald or emerald green.
In conclusion, it’s no wonder the 55th wedding anniversary is known as the emerald anniversary.
Therefore, a 55th wedding anniversary would be an ideal time to take a trip of a lifetime to the Emerald Isle.
Wedding anniversaries 56-59
Similarly, these later-in-life wedding anniversaries have a single theme only. Therefore, here is a bulleted list of gift themes for years 56 through 59 of marriage:
- 56th wedding anniversary gift theme: day
- 57th wedding anniversary gift theme: night
- 58th wedding anniversary gift theme: faith and hope
- 59th wedding anniversary gift theme: charity
Wedding anniversary themes and colors for 56, 57, 58 and 59
Wondering what the colors associated with these themes are? Here are some thoughts.
When I think of day, I think of the blue sky and the yellow sun. Therefore, when thinking about a 56th wedding anniversary color, with the theme being day, I would go with blue and yellow.
For instance, the “color” of night for a 57th anniversary would be something dark. For example, onyx black or dark navy blue would work.
On the one hand, the theme of a 58th wedding annivesary is faith and hope. Also, yellow equals hope and blue equals faith.
So, use those colors accordingly when choosing a gift.
Finally, the 59th wedding anniversary theme is charity. What color do people associate with charity? White.
60th wedding anniversary modern gift theme
- 60th anniversary gift theme: diamonds
- Color for 60th anniversary gift: diamond white
- Flower for 60th anniversary gift: orchids
Firstly, a 60th wedding anniversary theme is diamonds. Next, it’s also the 60th anniversary color.
Therefore, you know what to do–buy something with diamonds.
60th wedding anniversary gifts to buy on Amazon
70th wedding anniversary modern gift theme
- 70th anniversary gift theme: platinum
- Color for 70th anniversary gift: platinum
Your choice for a 70th wedding anniversary gift is easy–choose something platinum.
Final thoughts on modern wedding anniversary gifts by year and theme
In conclusion, I hope this comprehensive list of wedding anniversaries by year and theme was helpful to read. Above all, I do believe it provided excellent suggestions for easy anniversary gifts with a modern theme.
Finally, I’ve put together a shopping list of easy anniversary gifts on Amazon. To sum up, this shopping list should make your shopping easier if you choose to shop on Amazon.
Great ideas! One to check out is the Dreamlines wedding sketch of her wedding dress, his suit and so much more.
Thanks for the suggestion. I found the Etsy shop for Dreamlines.