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Newlywed & married life: Anniversaries

Traditional and modern gifts by year, plus traditions that make each year memorable.

The key points

  • Paper first, silver at 25, gold at 50
  • Personal beats expensive
  • Start an annual tradition
  • Reread your vows

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An older couple exchanging a wrapped anniversary giftMarried lifeAnniversary gifts by year: traditional and modern list

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What is a good first-anniversary gift?

Paper is traditional: a letter, framed vows, concert tickets, a photo book or a map of where you met.

Married lifeAll questions

What is the traditional first anniversary gift?

Paper. The modern alternative is clocks.

Married lifeAll questions

What do you do with the top tier of the wedding cake?

A tradition is to freeze it and eat it on your first anniversary. Many couples now order a fresh small cake instead.

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