Over the years several traditions have developed for anniversary gifts by the year. There are lists for every year, with the most well-known remaining the silver 25th Anniversary and the golden 50th Anniversary. Husbands can find wonderful gift ideas by using both the time honored lists as well as some modern additions. These suggestions are basic and can give couples plenty of room to personalize and add a touch of creativity.

Whether you are looking for romantic, practical, or fun, there are ways to make your choices even more thoughtful by using the traditional or modern lists of anniversary gifts by year. For example, the idea of wood for the 5th year may not initially appear sentimental, but by filling a wooden frame with a meaningful collage of family pictures, you have created a gift of immeasurable quality. In year 13, lace might mean beautiful lingerie for igniting the first passions once again. You can take these resources almost any direction.

Beyond the 15th year, only the 5 year markers are mapped out with gems and jewelry filling the remaining special occasions. Any husband can see that all the years between give them reason to celebrate, but perhaps the milestone years can be made extra special with the finest in gifts. Find your upcoming year and begin to brainstorm the perfect gift.

1st Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Paper
Modern: Plastic

2nd Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Cotton
Modern: Cotton or China

3rd Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Leather
Modern: Crystal or Glass

4th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Flowers
Modern: Linen or Silk

5th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Wood
Modern: Silverware

6th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Candy
Modern: Iron

7th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Copper
Modern: Wool or Brass

8th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Bronze
Modern: Appliance

9th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Pottery
Modern: Leather

10th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Tin
Modern: Aluminum

11th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Steel
Modern: Jewelry

12th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Silk
Modern: Linens

13th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Lace
Modern: Lace

14th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Ivory
Modern: Gold

15th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Crystal
Modern: Watches

20th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: China
Modern: China

25th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Silver
Modern: Silver

30th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Pearl
Modern: Pearl

35th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Coral
Modern: Coral or Jade

40th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Ruby
Modern: Ruby

45th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Sapphire
Modern: Sapphire

50th Wedding Anniversary
Traditional: Gold
Modern: Gold