What to give to parents for their wedding anniversary?
Not only young couples celebrate anniversaries of life together. Many parents devote themselves to working and caring for their children and grandchildren, while forgetting about the importance of their own family holidays. Therefore, even if they say that they do not want to celebrate the next anniversary, this is not a reason to forget about this date and not to give them a sign of attention in the form of a gift.
Dates of living together
In some families, it is not customary to celebrate wedding anniversaries, in others, on the contrary, every year the whole family gathers together and have a cup of tea, recall the best moments of living together, make plans for the future. There are also special dates that are not marked. This is due to various superstitions. They have no name and how to celebrate them and whether to do it at all is a personal matter of each family. The very first anniversary comes a year after the wedding, it is called calico.
On this little anniversary, you can give young chintz and bedding. Paper anniversary (2 years) hints at the fragility of the relationship and the possibility of an easy break. Present as a presentation photo albums, paintings or money and securities.
Three years of marriage together are marked with a leather wedding. Spouses have already got used to each other. Friends and relatives come to the holiday with souvenirs made of genuine leather and all sorts of products from it (bags, wallets, purses). Next in line is a linen wedding (4 years). Its name speaks of the naturalness (sincerity) of relationships and their sufficient strength. Curtains, tablecloths or bed linen will be a useful gift.
5 years of living together - the first serious anniversary. A noble, solid tree speaks of the strength of a relationship, but a small spark can burn it. There are a lot of options for surprise here: furniture, souvenirs, dishes and everything that is made of wood. After the first round date is the anniversary of iron - 6 years. The hearth is unthinkable without the pot, in which the hostess cooks delicious porridge. The family has already proven its worth and many raise one or two children, that is, the family has become complete. It is better to give dishes or forged products (furniture, figurines).
A copper wedding is 7 years after the marriage. Copper is a strong but flexible material. It symbolizes that the spouses have learned to find compromises and adapt to the needs of each other. The gift is buying coins, belts, jewelry. Many people think about what to give to a tin wedding (8 years). After all, finding a decent object from this material is difficult. You can limit the tin packaging (box). But what you put into it depends entirely on your imagination and desire.
It seems that 9 years together is a serious time. But the date is called faience. On the one hand, this material is durable, on the other - fragile. A strong blow can split the family, so much so that it will not work together. Crockery and porcelain will be a wonderful surprise (especially if the couple appreciates and collects it). So we quietly got to the first round date. It seems that yesterday you exchanged rings, and today you live together for 10 years.
The children must give the mother roses (another name for the date is the pink wedding), and the father any item for which tin was used (as an option, tin soldiers as a symbol of strength and strength of spirit).
Steel anniversary after marriage is 11 years.Help spouses update the “family hearth” and present cutlery, a set of pots or pans. In the 12th anniversary, called nickel, you can order paired bracelets or rings for parents. Think over the inscription or engraving. She can be touching or funny, remind of family values or be personal.
The gentle air lace with artful interlacings perfectly characterizes the following date - 13 years of family life. The family has already formed relationships and relationships (friends, relatives, colleagues, etc.). You can present them with lace tablecloths, tulle and other lace accessories. 14 years after the marriage is not for nothing called the agate date. This is a multi-layered mineral with the most beautiful modulations and divorces. So the life of spouses has many layers and simply can not be homogeneous. It is logical to assume that souvenirs and jewelry with this stone will become a real symbol of the holiday.
An excellent reason to fill crystal glasses with a sparkling drink is the 15th anniversary of living together, called the crystal wedding. Of course, you should not give crystal shoes, but sets of Bohemian glass and this material will be very useful. Do not forget that in the USSR the presence of crystal in the house was considered a sign of wealth, so the older generation has a special attitude towards it. Round date in 20 years of family life is popularly called porcelain. Following this symbolism, gifts should be appropriate. A tea set or a set of plates with a list will remind the spouses for a long time about beautiful moments spent with family and loved ones.
Silver is a semi-precious metal, but, of course, not gold. The couple has already gone halfway to the "golden" anniversary. 25 years is a long time. Spouses no longer need to prove anything, they are just happy together. Choose to congratulate jewelry, a set of paired teaspoons, or simply household items made of this metal. Married life is like beads. Many separate events are woven together. It will be symbolic to present this jewel for a pearl anniversary (30 years). On the number of beads in it, you think, you guessed it yourself.
Do not forget to accompany the presentation with an explanation. This will give it a special significance.
Mark in 35 years after marriage is called coral or wardrobe wedding. Accordingly, surprises should be in this category. You can play with the color, giving the anniversary with a large bouquet of coral-colored roses. The ruby stone in its mystical meaning serves as a talisman for good people, enhances their feelings and embodies dreams. Ruby anniversary (40 years) - proof of the strength and health of the family (the same value is the stone itself). Souvenirs and jewelry with this bright mineral will be symbolic.
The next anniversary also bears the name of one of the precious stones, namely sapphire. Children can show imagination and donate not only products with this stone, but also other items of similar color. For example, a pair of cozy blankets of sapphire hue will bring coziness and warmth to a house. And now the golden wedding is 50 years together. This is a lifetime, and not everyone is destined to celebrate it. We can be proud that feelings and respect for each other have passed the test of time.
Significant anniversary and gifts must be appropriate. Noble gold is best suited for this.
The symbolic figure at 55 years old carries a special charge. She recalls that spouses are one, each of them is equal in their rights, but at the same time they are independent personalities. At this wonderful age, the best gift from loved ones will be the organization of the holiday. Draw to this and grandchildren. After all, there is nothing more important than family traditions. This is followed by a brilliant anniversary (60 years). Strong expensive stone reminds of what a treasure it is to have a family. As a gift, you can present jewelry with a precious stone or something resembling it.
The anniversary of 65 years of marriage is called iron.Often we use this designation for something very durable and reliable. You can give a set of tools or other items of iron. Fertile wedding is celebrated for 70 years of family life. Any objects that carry the energy of love and fidelity will be appropriate from relatives and friends. It can also be intangible benefits in the form of certificates and just pleasant surprises.
Spouses celebrating the 75th anniversary of their family are real “kings”, and the wedding is deservedly called a crown. After all, not every couple is destined to celebrate this anniversary. Gifts must be appropriate. No wonder there is the concept of "family tree". And presenting it, we draw in our imagination a wide massive oak. So the 80th anniversary of the wedding day bears this name. Just like this sprawling tree, the family has both “roots” and “crown”. The most important for spouses in this age becomes the attention of relatives and relatives. Gifts from oak (dishes, figurines, etc.) are welcome.
We all heard the expression "hard as granite." That is why the anniversary of 90 years is called granite. What can already happen to a family that has been together for so long? Even if you do not come up with a decent gift from this material, do not forget to surround mom and dad with your love and care. Nine and a half decades together is worthy of every respect and admiration. The wedding is called diamond.
Diamond - the strongest of the known crystals. This also applies to the family. If your parents are real long-livers, then give them gifts that are good for your health. Well, what name suits a significant anniversary in 100 years of family life, if not platinum? The most expensive and luxurious of the famous precious metals. Not every child can afford to buy jewelry from it. But there is a way out. Another name for the wedding is red. Thus, a choice appears between jewels and red objects.
The choice of gift does not have to be dictated by the name of the anniversary. Although this option is very original. After all, each name will be repeated once.
Cheap Gift Ideas
Well, if you have a large amount and can present a truly memorable gift. But even with modest opportunities, you can find good ideas for gifts for those who celebrate the anniversary. Children know their parents better than anyone. If you notice that the teapot or coffee grinder is out of order, then you can buy exactly this necessary thing for the anniversary. So you will not only make them pleasant, but take care. Parents will be touched by the fact that you remember these little things.
A photo frame or photo collage is also a good presentation option. You can bring to this grandchildren, who can draw or stick to him their wishes and congratulations. Photos are always a memory. Moreover, today they are less likely to print. Most of the information is stored on electronic media. An interesting option and paired trivia for the house. These can be slippers, bathrobes or cups.
Remind parents that no matter how different they are, they are one family.
Options for elderly spouses can be presented with cozy blankets or cute knick-knacks to the house: a key to the door, a rug, etc. Gifts do not have to be material. You can cook dinner and gather the whole family together. So you will save the "newlyweds" from the extra fuss. Think over the script of the celebration, pick up original greetings.
Original surprises
Pondering over the gift to mom and dad, I want to give an unusual creative gift. Among the original gifts are the following.
- Stay in a sanatorium. It will help recuperate and spend time in an unusual place. In addition, it is not as expensive as a trip to warm countries.
- Family portrait. Today there are many techniques for their implementation. This mosaic, and the creation of paintings from small photos and, of course, a classic watercolor or oil.It will be necessary to find the artist in advance and give him a photo in which he will work.
- Festive banquet. Invite the "newlyweds" to their own celebration that you organized. Take care of the guests. Although it may be a family dinner in a narrow circle.
- Photo collage from old photos. Think of romantic or funny inscriptions. It will be nice if all family members participate in its creation.
- You can give to parents for a wedding anniversary and a visit to a massage or spa. In their youth there was no such luxury, so why not try it today?
Choosing sweets
Wishes of a sweet life can be accompanied by an appropriate gift. If the couple did not order a birthday cake, then make them such a gift. Do not be lazy and order it in advance, let the date, which is celebrated by the "newlyweds", be displayed on it. In addition, now confectioners offer a variety of gingerbread. They look no less presentable and festive. They can also be the date of the wedding or the symbolism of a particular anniversary.
Trends in recent years allow you to give all kinds of cupcakes. They are beautifully decorated in gift wrapping and complemented with flowers.
What is better not to present?
Although there is an expression that “they don’t look a gift horse in the mouth,” however, when choosing a gift, parents should understand the peculiarity of the situation. Discard the following gifts.
- Money. There is a high probability that they will refuse. In this situation, both the giver and the receiving party feel embarrassed. It is believed that this is a gift without a soul. This is a good gift for colleagues or acquaintances, but not for people who are near and dear to you.
- Alcohol. Even if it is a good elite drink, it will not show your care and love for parents. In addition, in old age it is strictly contraindicated.
- Cheap substandard gifts. Of course, parents won't say a word to you. But the gift will be absolutely useless and unnecessary. Let it be a good bouquet.
- Appliances. On the one hand, it is, of course, a very practical gift. But as far as it is useful, it is just as trite. If they really need a vacuum cleaner or other equipment, then it can be donated without any reason.
Toasts and wishes
A song or poem composed by you will be very pleasant to parents. Try to tell in poetic form about their first meeting and how a good son (daughter) was born after a while. Do not forget that the feast is primarily toast. Take care of them in advance. They can be found in large numbers on the World Wide Web, but it will be more pleasant if you compose your own. It does not have to be in verse form.
Remember how they start their speech in the Caucasus: “High, high in the mountains ...” Try to come up with an interesting story about your parents.
You can also organize a collective greeting. To do this, prepare short funny quatrains and distribute them to guests. Do not forget to number them so that everyone knows in what order they appear. Wedding anniversary is a family holiday. This is the time when couples sum up and make plans. To celebrate it extensively or to gather quietly and in a family way is up to you. But in any case, a gift to parents will never be over.
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