The 30 Best Gifts to Celebrate Your First Anniversary

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So you've made it past the first-year mark. Congrats! Whether you're recently married or just moved in with your partner, you don't want to rock the boat now by showing up with a lousy anniversary gift. For a milestone this big, you need something deeply personal, thoughtful and meaningful. After all, the gift you choose should help further prove to your person that they'll want to celebrate even more anniversaries with you in the future.

Okay, we're not trying to freak you out, but seriously, don't mess this one up. If you're keen on playing it safe, go with the theme of first-year anniversary gifts, which is paper. This is meant to represent the blank page (get it?) of your ever-evolving relationship. Symbolism aside, though, you can't deny that nothing says "I love you" like some stationery that, well, actually says it.

Of course, you could always choose a generic gift for your wife or husband, but if you to make it to year five, stick to the prompt while factoring in your partner's specific interests and you can't go wrong. Ahead, we found the 30 best paper (and paper-adjacent) gifts to celebrate your first anniversary without a hitch. From the conventional to the more unexpected— think everything from sentimental photo albums to a Paper Plane cocktail kit for the burgeoning mixologist—these one-year anniversary gifts make great presents on their own or as part of an even bigger gift.

Wedding Layflat Photo Album

Surprise them by putting your wedding day highlight reel into this customizable linen-covered album.

L'Eau Papier

It has "paper" in the name—that's close enough. This white musk scent is sure to become one of their new favorites.

Photo Printer

They'll be able to print out pocket-sized snapshots of all your travels together with this handy Bluetooth printer.

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Presenting: The most extravagant portable speaker ever. It's covered with basket-woven paper and includes all kinds of fancy features music lovers will enjoy, from Active Room Compensation to multi-pair audio technology.

Boyfriend Bold Chain Necklace

Kill two birds with one stone with this delicate paperclip necklace, which fulfills the paper-themed prompt and is a staple jewelry gift.

Crossword Puzzles

If your weekend morning ritual is doing Times crossword puzzles together, this book should last you awhile.

Moon Woven Paper Bag

Between its sculptural crescent moon shape and unique perforated paper material, Staud's woven Moon bag is one your partner likely doesn't already have in their collection.

Hand-Marbled Notebook

If they're the kind of person to get excited about luxury paper goods, you can't beat this notebook. It's hand-bound in Florence with an intricately marbled cover.

A4 Writing Folder

There's plenty of room for a notebook and files in this sleek folio, which you can also get customized.

Double Card Set

All future rounds of gin rummy are about to feel extra opulent, thanks to this Gucci set.

Paper Moon Table Lamp

If they're always flipping through design coffee table books, they'll love this Japanese lamp made from washi paper.

Paper Plane Set

For a fun twist on their favorite at-home Aperol spritz, try this Paper Plane cocktail-making kit.

Giza Paper Vase

Gifting flowers doesn't have to be boring. Barcelona-based brand Octaevo makes the coolest vases out of water-resistant paper—even a bodega bouquet will look ornate.

Paper Mache Bowl

They'll have a built-in centerpiece for all future dinner parties with this unique vessel, made out of paper mache.

The Five Minute Journal

If they're all about mindfulness, this journal includes daily prompts to give their morning scribbles some structure.

Intro Boxed Wine Set

Forget what Franzia taught you about boxed wines. Ami Ami makes some of the most stylish and tasty varietals available, sourced from the South of France and perfect to bring on an anniversary picnic.

Leather Billfold Wallet

This sleek wallet holds cash, which is technically paper, so it earned a spot on our list. It's also made from smooth full-grain leather that's bound to last for years.

Pasta Every Day: Make It, Shape It, Sauce It, Eat It

Practice the new skills you learned at couples cooking class with this recipe book. It's basically a pasta encyclopedia and will have you hand-rolling pici like a pro.

Cocktail Napkin Roll

Gifting paper napkins? Lame. Gifting reusable novelty napkins designed to look like paper napkins? Cheeky and better for the planet. (Pro tip: Wrap these up alongside the nicest bottle of wine you can find for the perfect excuse to have a wine and cheese night in.)

Where Should We Begin Game of Stories

Leave it to Esther Perel to come up with the ultimate conversation-starting card game.

Woody Tote Bag

It's time to upgrade that free canvas tote they've been using to lug groceries. Chloé's woven tote is plenty spacious and doubles as a beach bag, too.

New Yorker Beachgoing Jigsaw

A puzzle that's challenging and that they'll be eager to frame when they're done.

Recipes By Mail Subscription

Ice cream is probably one of the last things we'd associate with Thomas Jefferson, but alas, here we are. Every month, this unique subscription service gives you a replica of a handwritten recipe from historical figures like the third president of the U.S. or Rosa Parks.

Framed Print

Maybe you bonded early on in your relationship over a shared celebrity crush. Sonic Editions makes limited-edition prints of basically every A-lister you can imagine, from Dolly Parton to Johnny Cash to Anthony Bourdain.

Carta D'Armenia Incense Papers

Way cooler than a scented candle, these edgy incense papers have a spiced scent and are designed to burn flame-free.

Stationery Set

Still have a long list of wedding thank-you notes to write? L'Objet makes a luxe stationery set that'll sweeten the task for both of you.

Woven Paper Hat

If you have a beach holiday coming up, this elegant packable sun hat will be their MVP.

City Skyline Wedding Art

Commemorate your anniversary date with a customizable retro print featuring the skyline of your wedding location.

Pes Paper Knife

If they're the kind of person who would appreciate a luxe office staple, get them this whimsical letter opener. It'll help soften the blow of your monthly utility bill, if nothing else.

Parent Pack

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