Gifts for Men - Anniversary Gifts for Men

Anniversary Gifts for Men: Choices to Make

Anniverary gifts for men Anniversary gifts for men come with two basic selection options: make a purchase based on your own criteria for need and appropriateness, or use the standards that have become attached to each anniversary milestone. .

If you go with the latter option, you have still another choice. Many of the early milestones have both traditional and modern guidelines for anniversary gifts.

Which is best? You decide. You’ll be safe with either one. These are, after all, guidelines and not rules. Guidelines, though, can be helpful in making a selection.

Below we list the types of anniversary gifts attached to each milestone. The modern equivalents are separated from the traditional by a slash.

Remember, when selecting anniversary gifts for men, the interests and needs mean more than clinging rigidly to the traditional or modern guidelines. Be creative and flexible, and he'll be appreciative.

Traditional/Modern Anniversary Gifts for Men

1st Paper/Clocks

The first anniversary is special. For an outstanding paper gift, we suggest a framed poster. Clocks come in many forms, but one that matches his interests, perhaps nautical, would work well.

2nd Cotton/China

For cotton, think clothing, of course. Finding 100 percent cotton items is getting tougher, but that's the best choice for quality. For china, there are other options besides dishware. Wall plaques and vases are possibilities.

3rd Leather/Crystal Glass

Leather could equal fine briefcases, notebook computer cases, luggage, hats or clothing.

4th Linen (Silk)/Appliances

Forget the washing machine. An electric shaver or drink blender would meet the appliance criteria for modern anniversary gifts. For linen or silk, there are many clothing or bedding options.

5th Wood/Silverware

Gifts of wood provide many possibilities, including clocks, furniture, carvings or perhaps even a golf club.

6th Iron/Wood objects

For wood ideas see above. If you prefer something in the iron mode, ceremonial daggers and swords or garden furniture would fit the bill.

7th Wool (Copper)/Desk sets

Wool clothing like sweaters, area rugs and wall hangings make fine gifts. Kitchen ware or wall plaques are possible copper gifts. Desk sets, with fine pens, would suit many men.

8th Bronze/Linens, Lace

Okay, if you want to make this event really special, go for a bronze sculpture, though even a small one can be expensive. Linens and lace, though perhaps cheaper, are also more feminine choices.

9th Pottery (China)/Leather goods

Of all the anniversaries, this is among the easiest to buy for because there are so many pottery and leather options. The challenge will be to narrow them down to one that best suits the particular needs of the man. That's the place to start.

10th Tin, Aluminum/Diamond jewelry

Aluminum is often found in stereo components or small computer items, though plastic is taking over so you may have to look hard to match this one. On the other hand, diamond jewelry is no problem to find if you have the money to spend. But this is an important anniversary, so perhaps budget a bit more.

15th Crystal/Watches

These are easy requirements to meet, of course. Just be sure he needs a new wrist watch. Otherwise, a nice piece of crystal glassware or a figurine might be a better bet.

20th China/Platinum

In these categories, finding appropriate anniversary gifts for men isn’t easy. But a china figurine or platinum jewelry are good possibilities.

25th Silver/Sterling silver

A big event, for sure, and it may be the time for a joint anniversary gift to please him and her. Consider jewelry, flatware or a tea service.

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