24 years of marriage: what kind of wedding is it and how is it celebrated?
On the path of family life, many couples go through a lot of difficulties, faced with problems, both external and intra-family. Twenty-four years is quite a long time, not everyone can boast of such a long relationship. This article will look at how to properly celebrate such a date, what is recommended to give, and what traditions are characteristic of such a wedding.
What is the name of this anniversary?
The twenty-fourth anniversary of the wedding is called satin, and this name was not chosen by chance. It is no secret that the atlas is an incredibly durable and sturdy fabric that is difficult to tear and damage. That is exactly what the relationship of the spouses should be - strong, ready to withstand any squall, any sorrows and hardships.
In addition, you should pay attention to the texture of the fabric itself. It is smooth, shiny, flowing and silky to the touch. Draperies, banners, beautiful and luxurious clothes are often made from such fabric. Atlas can be stored for years, without losing its original appearance.
Relationships between the couple that managed to keep the union for such a long time resemble the atlas itself - they are smooth, calm, based on trust, mutual understanding and respect. The stages of scandals and excessive jealousy have long been passed; spouses, having raised children, can pay more attention to each other and give support. To such families, the collapse, as a rule, is not terrible, since 24 years is enough time to thoroughly study your soulmate.
Traditions
Wedding is one of the most beloved holidays, and they begin to prepare for it in advance. In ancient Russia, such a celebration was given a lot of attention, organizing chants, all sorts of games, folk dances. There were many different ceremonies dedicated to the holiday. However, having done away the triumph, they never returned to this issue, and no one had a clue about the anniversaries. Only in the 19th century were the symbolic names of weddings invented, and it was decided every year to arrange a small celebration on this occasion.
It is worth more to dwell on the various subtleties inherent in this particular (twenty-fourth) wedding anniversary.
- A great idea would be to decorate the house in oriental style. The atlas came to us from the east, so beautiful fans, original animal figurines, paintings, aromatic lamps and wands will not only tune in the right way, but also bring good luck and harmony to such a home.
- An expensive but stylish solution would be to purchase a set of satin clothes. The husband can choose an elegant satin peignoir or dress for his wife, and his wife will give him a sophisticated shirt. The exchange of clothes, especially if it is in the same tone and style, is an essential element of a satin wedding.
- Another tradition is the joint exchange of oaths. To do this, purchase satin ribbons and tie them to each other's hands. It will symbolize loyalty, support, anxiety in relationships.
- To celebrate the twenty-fourth anniversary of marriage do not need to call a lot of people. Invite only the closest ones: children, parents, friends. Such a family celebration will be filled with warmth and comfort, in addition, together you will be able to remember the most significant events from the date of the beginning of the marriage, relive them again and enjoy such memories.
What is accepted to give?
Often, when it comes to gifts, many people start shopping helplessly, eventually choosing a completely useless thing. If you, like most people, fall into this category, do not despair. A satin wedding is just the case when you don’t have to think long over a gift.
Gifts from friends
The best and unforgettable gift from friends will be things that are made by yourself. It can be beautiful paintings, embroidered satin, unusual soft toys with inserts from a similar fabric.
If you do not have the time or desire to prepare a gift with your own hands, you can use the win-win TOP of gifts that will suit everyone.
Suitable ideas:
- Satin bedding, curtains;
- a set of decorative pillows from the described material;
- with a clear knowledge of the size - a shirt and dress for the spouses;
- tie, scarf, elegant gloves;
- joint photo of spouses transferred to clothes, picture by numbers, calendar;
- beautiful figurines symbolizing wealth, love and well-being;
- expensive alcohol, if you find a bottle with 24 years of aging, it will create a real sensation;
- outdoor activities: horse riding, parachute jumping, motorcycle lesson, diving;
- tickets to the concert, to the cinema, certificate for interesting courses;
- unusual potted plant;
- a beautiful set of dishes, preferably of crystal or porcelain;
- precious metal jewelry;
A gift will be appreciated if it is associated with the hobby of both spouses.
A gift to her husband
Choosing a gift to her husband, it is not necessary to follow the symbolism of the celebration. After all, a beautiful statuette, which you liked so much in a home decor store, or a picture made of ribbons, will cause a smile and gratitude, and then it will go on collecting dust somewhere on the shelf.
It would be best to choose:
- interesting accessories: hats, wallets, key holders, business card holders;
- gift certificate related to the spouse's hobby;
- ticket to the concert of your favorite group;
- a set of tools, if your man likes to make;
- satin tie or shirt;
- challenging board game that can be played together;
- elegant tracksuit, as well as equipment for those who enjoy various sports;
- aged alcohol;
- modern devices for the car;
Gadgets, which he had long dreamed of having, will be a good gift to her beloved husband.
In addition, every man, even if he is not a romantic, will appreciate the gift made by himself. An organized romantic dinner for two, and an original cake with an inscription will not be left without attention.
A gift to his wife
The main gift for a woman is, of course, flowers. They must be purchased. The choice of colors for each individual, because the ladies love different compositions. A universal option is roses, but you shouldn’t get 24 pieces, you should not give an even number, although it would be very symbolic. An interesting idea would be to buy 24 roses of the same color and in the middle insert a flower that differs in shade.
Women will appreciate the elegant satin underwear, beautiful dressing gown, sophisticated nightdress, pajamas or peignoir, expensive dress made of this material. A good idea would be to buy satin gloves, a scarf, a light cape. Many ladies love handbags with satin inserts.
Knowing the hobbies and hobbies of your wife, you definitely will not lose the choice with a present. A woman who loves books can be presented with a series of works that she did not dare to buy because of the high prices. Those who cannot imagine their life without creativity will ideally buy handicraft kits, acrylic paints, easels for drawing. A win-win option would be to purchase a certificate for an interesting workshop on cooking, soap making, pottery, making clothes and toys.
A gift to parents
Of course, no matter what you give your parents, it will surely please them and be remembered forever.The gift should be chosen based on their own status. For example, a student cannot afford to buy a mother a refined decoration and, conversely, a businessman should not come to his parents with just one cake.
Of course, jewelry is one of the best options to emphasize the love of parents. Dear stones, precious metals, interesting style - all this will please both parents.
A good idea is to organize a family vacation. This can be either a walk in the park or a more ambitious plan, which includes a week-long vacation and a trip to another city or country. In addition, you can order a photo session, which will be attended by all family members.
Another solution would be the selection of photographs of parents in different periods of their family life, starting with the wedding, and the original collage of them. Such a gift, no doubt, will touch a married couple.
Standard options - satin products for the home, such as bedding, clothing.
How can you celebrate?
Mark the twenty-four years of marriage together in different ways. Of course, it is best to spend the day together, giving yourself an unforgettable vacation. You do not have to sit at home, you can go on a romantic date, ride a boat on the river, go to an expensive restaurant, have a picnic, go to the cinema, go out of town or go on a trip.
If privacy is not in your plans, spend this day with family and friends. Be sure to prepare for the holiday - cover the table with a satin tablecloth, put a beautiful dish, decorate the house with oriental details. In addition, you must wear clothes made of this material or pin satin bonbonnieres. All this will look appropriate and elegant.
An interesting idea would be to decorate the glasses, as is usually done for newlyweds. Similarly, you can decorate and candles. To create a festive atmosphere, arrange in the room bouquets of flowers, and arrange a few petals in a chaotic manner on the festive table.
Sometimes the celebration of the house can not be held for many reasons. For example, you make repairs or you accidentally turn off the lights. In such cases, you can always go to a restaurant where every guest will be able to choose their favorite dish. Do not forget about the symbolism of the wedding, the satin elements in the image have just necessary.
If there is no dress or shirt, tie a satin scarf, buy bonbonnieres, attach satin ribbons to your purse or purse.
When the period of celebration falls in the summer, the trip to the restaurant can be replaced by a picnic in the woods or an incendiary beach party. You can even go to the disco, because this is just your holiday, and it is up to you to decide where and how to spend it.
The fact that donate a satin wedding and how to organize a celebration, see the following video.