Yahoo Lifestyle One Year Anniversary Gift Ideas to Celebrate the Marriage Milestone
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One Year Anniversary Gift Ideas to Celebrate the Marriage Milestone
The first year of marriage is filled with accomplishments worth celebrating. Since successfully planning a wedding and officially tying the knot, you may have taken an exotic honeymoon, moved into a new home, thought about having children, or simply enjoyed settling into a comfortable routine with one another. Regardless of how you’ve spent the past twelve months, by the time your anniversary arrives, you and your partner will have plenty to commemorate, and exchanging thoughtful one year anniversary gifts is a meaningful way to do so.
When deciding what present to give your partner, you may choose to go the traditional or modern route, both of which have symbolic ties to the early stage of your relationship. The traditional first year anniversary gift material is paper, which is fitting given that it’s delicate, yet with careful preservation can last a lifetime. The modern first year gift is a clock, also appropriate as it indicates the passage of time and can encourage you to reflect on the change that comes with it. Other sources of inspiration for milestone anniversary gifts include the first year metal (gold), the first year color (yellow), and the first year flower (carnations).
With all this in mind, our list of the best 1-year anniversary gifts is filled with sentimental ideas for your one year anniversary. Whether you opt for something traditional, modern, or totally unique, you’ll be starting your marriage off on the right foot by taking care to choose something special for your loved one.
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1) Color Series Photo Book
Artifact Uprising
artifactuprising.com
$19.80
Save a spot next to your wedding album for a photo book showcasing your first year of memories as a married couple. Choose between gold, silver, and copper foil and from a number of vibrant or muted colors for the soft-touch cover, as well as three different shapes for the die-cut design.
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3) 14k Gold Filled Open Heart Stud Earrings
Lola Ade
amazon.com
$30.99
Thank her for opening your heart with these lightweight, 14k gold-filled heart stud earrings. They'll make a statement on date night while still being a classic she can wear to work and on weekends.
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4) The Athena
UrbanStems
urbanstems.com
$128.00
This elegant floral arrangement is bursting with romance, and can be a sweet reminder of the earliest stages in your relationship. It's especially fitting for a one year anniversary since it includes carnations, the official flower, as well as roses and delphinium.
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6) Croissant Dôme Hoops
Mejuri
mejuri.com
$78.00
Just because there isn't a gemstone associated with first anniversaries doesn't mean the jewelry for this year won't feel special. These trendy croissant hoops are made from gold vermeil (a thick 18k gold layer on sterling silver), and are a staple she can wear every day.
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7) Customized Song Lyrics Canvas
H-DEWALL
amazon.com
$17.95
If your partner gets all the feels every time your wedding song comes on, they'll likely be touched by a print customized with the lyrics. Along with your names and wedding date, the center also features a photo of you for added personalization.
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9) Restore
Hatch
hatch.co
$129.99
This smart device is much more than an alarm clock, given all of its functionality designed to promote healthier sleeping habits. Its features include soft light, calming sleep sounds, and gentle morning "sunrise" alarms to ease into the day.
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10) Provençal Dinnerware Collection
Williams Sonoma
$79.95
For the spouse who's happiest when hosting guests, this bright stoneware collection will give them another reason to throw a dinner party. Inspired by the French countryside, the sets are customizable depending on the exact plates and bowls you need.
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11) Personalized Anniversary Pushpin World Map
UncommonGoods
uncommongoods.com
$155.00
This mounted map comes with 100 pushpins to start marking all of the places you've traveled as a couple. It can be personalized with your names and anniversary date, plus it comes framed and ready to be displayed right away.
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12) Super-Plush Robe
Brooklinen
brooklinen.com
$98.00
If you're missing the spa treatments from your honeymoon, plush robes might be the next best thing for you and your spouse. These ones from Brooklinen are made from 100% Turkish cotton, and are ideal for both drying off and lounging around the house.
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13) What I Love About You Today Pad
Knock Knock
amazon.com
$8.74
A simple yet still sentimental gift, this note pad offers daily prompts that you can fill out to make each other feel loved. Wrap it up, or surprise them by filling out the first page already.
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14) Winc Subscription
winc.com
$100.00
With a one, two, or three-month subscription to Winc, you'll be able to explore new wines, conveniently shipped to your door, as a couple. Each shipment comes with four bottles that will be specifically matched to your palettes based on an online quiz.
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15) Custom Cufflinks
PaperAnniversaryLove
etsy.com
$89.00
He can wear his heart on his sleeve with these cufflinks, which can be personalized with your wedding vows, first dance lyrics, or other words of significance. One happy customer wrote, "My husband was so surprised, especially when I explained how they were made of paper for the paper anniversary."
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16) Santal 33 Eau de Parfum
Le Labo
nordstrom.com
$97.00
Cult fragrance house Le Labo makes unisex scents that your spouse will love wearing and you'll love smelling. Santal 33 is one of the most popular scents for beginners, and one previous customer wrote, "I'd take a bath in this scent if I could afford it."
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17) Always Blooming
Papier
papier.com
$32.00
This 2023 planner features a gorgeous cover design and several sections for organizing everything from to-do lists, to scheduling, wish lists, notes, monthly goals, and more.
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18) Flipping Out Flip Digital Clock
CLOUDNOLA
nordstrom.com
$125.00
Reminiscent of the clocks found in old train stations, this clock features rolling flaps that mark the minutes as they go by. It's both a whimsical and practical take on the modern one year gift.
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19) Our Vows Art Print
Minted
minted.com
$29.00
It's been a year since you exchanged vows, so a refresher can't hurt. This art print displays both of your vows along with your names and wedding date so you can keep coming back to the promises you made to one another.
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20) Small Ever-Ready Zip Tote
Tory Burch
Tory Burch
$248.00
This Tory Burch tote in "Sunset Glow" is a cheerful accessory she can use during the spring and summer months, plus it's in keeping with the one year anniversary color. It's also lightweight and water-resistant for increased durability.
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21) Timex X Todd Snyder MK-1 Sky King
Timex
toddsnyder.com
$178.00
If your husband gravitates towards vintage style accessories, he'll appreciate this nostalgic Todd Snyder watch. The design is based on the kind of watches worn by American serviceman in the 1960s, so it also makes an excellent gift for veterans or active military.
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22) Love Lingual: Card Game
FLUYTCO
amazon.com
$24.95
With nearly 9,000 5-star Amazon reviews, this card game has proven to be a hit amongst dating and married couples alike. With questions inspired by couples psychologists, the game is designed to bring you closer in areas such as family, intimacy, couple, individual, and past and future.
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23) Cloud X 3
On Running
on-running.com
$149.99
Designed with runners in mind, this On Running sneaker is one of the most comfortable, supportive shoes on the market. It can be worn for workouts, and also works for errands or casual wear.
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24) Personalized Our Anniversary Journal
InTheBookUS
etsy.com
$49.99
Start an anniversary tradition with this keepsake journal, which includes a double-page spread for each anniversary for adding photos and notes about your favorite memories from that year. You can take turns filling it out, or complete it together as a way to celebrate and reflect on your time together.
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25) Facial Fuel Skincare Starter Set
Kiehl's
kiehls.com
$51.00
This approachable starter set makes a useful gift for men who are looking to develop a skincare routine. It comes with Kiehl's refreshing face wash, as well a revitalizing, vitamin-infused moisturizer.
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26) Nanogold Repair Collagen Face Mask
Knesko
saksfifthavenue.com
$47.00
Upgrade her usual face mask routine with this powerful collagen treatment ideal for all skin types. Within 20-40 minutes of wear it does everything from firming, to lifting, hydrating, and de-puffing.
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27) Custom Stationery
Minted
$51.00
This clean stationery design features your names in jewel-toned print, and is ideal for writing everything from letters to thank you notes from your household.
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28) Theragun Mini
Theragun
therabody.com
$199.00
Give the gift of unlimited massages with a Theragun mini, which releases muscle tension and is small enough to be portable with them wherever they go. Since it decreases soreness and increases mobility, it's especially helpful for active spouses.
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30) Apple Watch SE
Apple
amazon.com
$249.00
An ultra modern take on the first year anniversary clock, an Apple Watch not only tells time, but has apps for everything from heart rate monitoring, to sleep tracking, and text messaging.
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31) The Carry-On
awaytravel.com
$275.00
Away luggage has become extremely popular thanks to its durable shell suitcases, with built-in features including a combination lock, laundry bag, and 360 degree wheels. Buy it for an upcoming trip, or as inspiration to book your next getaway together.
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32) Cameo Scented Candle
Boy Smells
nordstrom.com
$38.00
Set the mood for your anniversary evening with this luxurious, hand-poured candle. This scent is highly rated and has notes of ginger, rose, vanilla, and musk, but there are dozens of others to choose from if they love a particular kind of fragrance.
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33) Intersection of Love Photo Print
UncommonGoods
uncommongoods.com
$75.00
This personalized print is understated enough to appeal to spouses with even the most minimalist decor style. The street signs, printed with both of your names and significant dates, commemorate the moment when the two of you first crossed paths.
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34) In the Wild Throw Blanket
Barefoot Dreams
nordstrom.com
$180.00
For the spouse that values their relaxation time, these thick, microfiber throw blankets will make cuddling up together all the more enjoyable. One 5-star reviewer wrote, "This blanket is beautiful and the softest I’ve purchased. Definitely a favorite. We’ll eventually buy more for all our rooms."
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35) Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style
bookshop.org
$116.25
This classic coffee table book showcases gorgeous interiors from top designers, as well as a look into the homes of celebrities such as Barack and Michelle Obama, David Bowie, and Truman Capote. Especially if you're looking for interior design inspiration for a new home, it makes a stylish and exciting present.
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36) A Charmed Life 3-Piece Catch-All
kate spade new york
saksfifthavenue.com
$60.00
A place to store wedding rings or other fine jewelry, this three-piece catch-all offers various surfaces, and a sweet message to top it off.
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38) First Anniversary Ornament
KarasVineyardWedding
etsy.com
$49.00
If your anniversary falls around the holidays, this paper ornament could be the perfect addition to your Christmas tree this year. It comes in your choice of paper color, as well as charms customized with your initials, anniversary date, and anniversary year.
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39) The Crossover Wrap
KADA
wearkada.com
$117.60
In addition to surprising her with anniversary date night plans, giving her a festive top to wear out is a romantic gesture. This option from KADA offers a flattering fit for all body types, and is sustainably made with stretchy velour fabric.
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40) Fiorella Flutes, Set of 4
Anthropologie
anthropologie.com
$64.00
Add some ornate champagne flutes to your collection that you can break out for special occasions (such as future anniversaries). This set of four crystalline glass flutes features elegant, ornate gold etchings of florals and vines.
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