A heartfelt love letter is one of our favorite first anniversary gift ideas. Pair it with a personalized photo frame to create something they’ll love.
Sticking with the traditional theme of paper, a monogrammed writing set is a thoughtful present. Or, give them a fun new hobby together with online painting or photography classes.
Wine
One-year wedding anniversaries are all about celebrating the newness of your marriage and the beginning of your life together. But it’s also a chance to honor your shared accomplishments over the past year with a meaningful (and fun) gift for them.
A wine-loving couple will love this glass decanter engraved with their names in a romantic style, or try this wine glass set featuring an interesting design that’s perfect for date nights.
If your spouse is a bookworm, an anniversary gift subscription that delivers a new read each month can be one of the best 1st anniversary gifts. This option lets you select a reading genre and a length of subscription to match their tastes.
If your spouse loves to travel, a unique first anniversary present is this scratch-off world map. They can mark off the places they’ve visited and make plans for the ones that are still on their bucket list. This beautiful framed version is an extra-special touch.
Jewelry
Jewelry is a symbol of love and commitment, so it makes for a great gift. Whether it’s a pearl necklace or gold ring, your sweetheart will love receiving this sentimental present that’s as functional as it is pretty.
Sticking to tradition, jewelry that celebrates your anniversary is always a great idea. A gorgeous opal pendant, for instance, is known for its firey, kaleidoscopic blazes of color that symbolize incandescent passion.
Modern first anniversary gifts often center on clocks and timepieces that reflect the importance of your relationship. A bespoke slate clock, for example, can be engraved with your couple name, wedding date and a short message. It’s a thoughtful gift that’ll look stylish on their wall.
Flowers
Flowers are a traditional gift for any anniversary, but they’re especially sentimental for the first year. Carnations, for instance, symbolize gratitude (which is fitting for a one-year wedding anniversary) while red roses convey love and affection.
This unique flower gift is on-theme and super romantic: The blooms are real, but the petals are coated in 24-karat gold for an extra-special touch. Plus, you can engrave their names or a heartfelt message to make it even more special.
For a more modern take on the classic flower, choose this monochromatic peony assortment from Urban Stems. They come in a vase and include care instructions for maximum longevity.
Paper
Paper is a traditional one-year anniversary gift because it symbolizes the delicate yet strong nature of a new marriage. Alternatively, you can opt for something modern like a clock to signify the passing of time and your future together.
Another fun take on a paper-related gift is this set of personalized stationery, which features a pretty yellow bloom at the bottom (in honor of their first anniversary color). It’ll give them an excuse to up their writing game and share more love letters to their partner.
For the travel-loving couple, this map canvas is a great way for them to keep track of all the places they’ve visited and all the ones still on their bucket list. It can be customized with their names and significant date for a unique gift they’ll proudly display at home.
A great way to share your love for them is with this clever reveal wheel, which allows you to write down all the reasons you love them. You can even add your own photos for a truly personalised present that they’ll cherish forever.
