Stick to tradition or go rogue — these gifts will definitely put a smile on your love's face. (Getty Images)(Jacob Wackerhausen via Getty Images)
Making it through two decades of marriage is, well, a huge freakin’ deal. In what feels like no time, you’ve gone from newlyweds to a couple that’s nearly old enough to drink (that’ll come next year). A landmark wedding anniversary is obviously an occasion worth celebrating. Speaking of celebrating, do you know what you're getting your spouse for said occasion? If not, don't stress. We did the heavy lifting for you and rounded up some of our favorite 20th-anniversary gifts.
For classic anniversary gifts, there are two directions you can choose between: traditional and modern. According to Rachel Marturello, a wedding planner at Good Times Styled Events in Florida, the "traditional" gift is china, porcelain or other stoneware. Popular choices include teacups and dinner sets. When it comes to modern gifting, though, couples are going platinum — and emerald! Trad and mod routes both offer plenty of room for creativity. Take, for example, these porcelain cufflinks and this platinum-dipped forever rose.
Still stuck? We've got you. Whether you're looking for something traditional, fancy, sentimental or something that'll get a good laugh, scroll below and peep at the best 20th-anniversary gifts (in our humble opinion) that anyone will love.
The classic gift for the big 2-0 is china or porcelain, but that doesn't mean you have to get your spouse dishware (although there are some excellent options). You can also get creative with things like a porcelain diffuser or a cheeky mug. And, yes, ceramic stoneware also counts here!
A cozy Earth sounds nice, but we'll settle for a cozy bed — and these soft, silky, cooling linens deliver. This set has wowed everyone from Yahoo staffers and thousands of online shoppers to — wait for it — Oprah herself. Yahoo writer Rebecca Carhart, who searched high and low to find the best cooling sheets, awarded the Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set the title of "Best Bamboo Cooling Sheets," saying, "Made from 100% premium viscose from bamboo, these temperature-regulating Cozy Earth sheets are designed to get softer with every wash. The breathable and moisture-wicking fabric feels a few degrees cooler than cotton blend options and is produced using enhanced weaving techniques to prevent pilling."
Another Yahoo writer, Ellie Conley, is also a fan. In her review, she writes, "Slipping into bed with Cozy Earth's sheets feels almost like jumping into a pool on a hot summer day."
And what does Oprah have to say about the sheets she made famous? When they appeared on her Favorite Things 2018 list, she said, "Your bed shouldn’t be where you sweat the small (or big) stuff," and called the set "the softest ever," saying it "may help regulate body temperature, meaning both chilly sleepers and hot-flashers can get a good night’s rest." Sign us up!
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Fine china or porcelain drinkware doesn't just mean delicate teacups that you only whip out for special occasions. This pair of sturdy — and adorable — mugs fit together as well as you and your person. The smoochers will bring a touch of fun and sweetness to your morning routine and will remind you of the power that a simple kiss in the morning can have.
You know what's cool about this dinnerware set? (Other than the fact that it's really pretty.) Well, it has two 20th anniversary symbols in one: it's made out of porcelain and features aster flowers. The full set serves four people and comes with mugs, dinner plates, salad plates and bowls.
Spa trips only last a few days, but this viral porcelain diffuser will keep the luxurious, relaxing energy going long after the bags are unpacked. Not only does this lovely diffuser steam essential oils (while humidifying up to 500 square feet), it also comes with built-in LED lighting options, like a dim flickering candlelight.
Everyone needs a little spot to keep their trinkets, treasures and thingamajigs safe. If your better half tends to leave items lying around, this pretty porcelain trinket box can serve as a home. Before gifting it, consider stuffing it with tiny little love notes and affirmations from you to yours for an extra dose of thoughtfulness.
Show your honey how much you love them with this stoneware picture frame featuring, well, honeybees, It's handcrafted, so each frame appears slightly different, which is apropros for your own unique love story. Hang it on the wall or place it on a bedside table or desk.
You can't go wrong with a gorgeous vase, especially for someone who loves displaying the blooms that you've brought home for them year after year. Made of porcelain with 24K gold accents, these small vibrant vases are an easy way to bring color to your home.
This china sugar bowl is a great reminder of how sweet your marriage has been and will continue to be as the years go on. It's made from delicate, fine bone china and features Swarovski crystal accents, making it a showstopping piece of home decor.
Remember how nervous you both were getting ready for your wedding day? Hands shaking while fastening cufflinks before heading down the aisle? These personalized porcelain cufflinks are a way to hark back to those happy jitters thanks to the hand-stamped initials or special dates.
Even though they feel like a second skin at this point, keeping your rings safe is just as important now as it was 20 years ago. This little dish is a great reminder that you'll always say "I Do" no matter how many anniversaries go by. With a simple font and delicate gold trim, it'll look good on any bedside table or dresser.
Made in collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this ceramic candle brings a touch of glamour to your life. With a votive Inspired by the Gilded Age, the candle features notes of briar rose, rich raspberry, soft leather and earthy patchouli.
Give the classic china plate gift a little twist this anniversary with a custom photo plate. Just pick your favorite photo from your wedding day and have it printed directly on the porcelain. It's also food-safe, dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe so you can actually use it versus just showing it off.
Enjoy a standing reservation for fondue-for-two with this sweet earthenware pot. Use it for warming flavored oils for bread, melting cheeses for dipping or to create a decadent chocolate experience. The pot comes with a lovely oak stand with a built-in burner and includes four stainless-steel forks with oak handles.
If all your boo wants (and needs) is a good gag gift to put a smile on their face, a silly ceramic mug like this will win them over. Because, yes, they are and always will be hotter than coffee, even when you hit 25, 30 and 50 years of marriage.
In case you didn't know, tennis is out and pickleball is officially in. You know what else is always in, though? Snack time. This fun porcelain dish is a delightful break from the rest of the delicate porcelain and china dinnerware. It's a creative way to serve up chips and salsa, veggies and hummus and any other snacking combo, whether it's just the two of you or with company.
Roses are the epitome of romance, but after a couple of decades together it's time to step up from the red flower. Enter: The Forever Rose. This is an actual real rose preserved and hand-dipped in platinum for a more permanent symbol of your love. You can also have the stem engraved with a romantic note to make it even more personal.
This delicate yet eye-catching bracelet features five natural diamonds and another gemstone of your choice. For your 20th anniversary, choose a gorgeous green emerald. The chain is 14-carat gold and it comes in two sizes. And if you really want to up the ante, scoop up another one with the gemstone that corresponds with your anniversary month and/or their birthday for a pretty jewelry stack.
Go all out with a Movado watch — this one has an emerald green face and the brand's iconic dot motif in a matching color. The brand offers free two-day shipping from its website, and you can get it engraved with a special message for an additional $35 (just add 3–5 days extra if you decide to customize it).
For the couple that loves music, this platinum record for the wall can be customized with your names and up to five favorite songs. Yes, we know that platinum isn't actually silver, but the silvery sheen of this of this LP is certainly in line with the symbolism of this marriage milestone. Start with your wedding song, then choose a few favorites that remind you of good memories from over the last 25 years.
Each anniversary has its own flower, and the 20th anniversary is the aster. The pretty bloom represents love, patience and elegance. Instead of gifting flowers that will wither and die, this sweet necklace (made with resin and real pressed flowers) will be a reminder of this milestone year for the two of you. It's also the flower for September birthdays — so bonus points if that's your anniversary month.
Imagine if you could relive the first time you two crossed paths, minus the whole terrible Groundhog Day-ness of it all. This fun wall art helps you do just that. The street signs are personalized with your names and one or two years that are important to your love story. Choose between a black-and-white or color print and your frame. Prices vary from unframed $75 to a frame in (you guessed it) platinum for $175.
Don't you want your cuddle buddy to be forever snuggly? Of course you do — and a soft blanket is a surefire way to do it, especially if you're not around. This faux fur throw comes in 13 colors, but to play with the 20-year theme, pick it up in emerald.
Loving, useful and affordable, this customizable locket keychain can showcase your initials or other special message on the outside and a photo on the inside. What a romantic way to stay close even when you're apart.
If you two aren't into big gifts but still want to get something fun, celebrate 20 years together with this fancy set of candy. Pop some bubbly with the champagne-flavored gummy bears and sparkling chocolate, or pair your favorite bottle of rosé with the brand's famous rosé-flavored gummies. It's like a wine and cheese night, but sweeter.
For decades, sock gifts got a bad rap — that is, until Bombas popped onto the scene. These everyday ankle socks are seriously comfortable thanks to the soft material and featured arch support. They're even designed so they won't fall down. Think of them as a big hug for your feet without feeling suffocated.
You can also shop them in women's sizes.
This elegant customized photo book is a creative way to remember the last two decades of your marriage. The hardcover book holds 100 pages of photos (up to four per page) that are made with luxury silk paper. Thanks to the chic fabric cover and shimmering foil details, it puts other coffee table books to shame. Personalize the front with your very own title and get ready for the waterworks.
There's no better present than a good night's sleep and a relaxing wake-up call. The nightstand must-have is a clock, sound machine and smart light that supports natural circadian rhythms and will wake him up with a gentle sunrise-inspired light. If you're lucky, he may even be chipper enough to speak before his morning coffee.
Couples-focused games are great in theory, but plenty of them are boring or overly lovey-dovey. Not this one. It's packed with 150 cards (sample question: "Who could go longer without using their cell phone?") that'll be fun no matter what anniversary you're celebrating. Play it one on one or with other couples.
A soft, warm set of slippers, like these classics from L.L. Bean, can be gifted any time of year. They're lined with cozy shearling for some inside downtime and a durable outsole for added traction so they don't even have to take them off outside.
Fun fact: The New York Times has published over 60,000 front pages since it was first launched in 1851. Another fun fact? One of those dates just so happens to be your wedding anniversary, and this way you can display the significant moment in time right on your wall. Prices start at $60, depending on the size and frame you choose.
If porcelain and china aren't your style, you can still stay on theme with the special year with modern platinum and emerald gifts. The (modern) world of gifting is your oyster.
Or just blow off the themes and get them something totally unique! There are so many romantic, thoughtful, useful and fun gifts out there that would be perfect.
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