| Everybody who has been in a long-term relationship | | | | The theme for year 2 is Cotton. Here you have the |
| knows the difficulty of finding a gift that his or her | | | | options of getting clothes, anything from shirts, |
| partner will enjoy. As time goes by in the relationship, | | | | T-Shirts, blouses and pants to underwear and |
| it seems that all the original gift ideas are used up. | | | | pyjamas. Linens, blankets, placemats and tablecloths |
| With most major retailers and brands selling gift cards | | | | also have their practical use. A hammock can be used |
| nowadays, it often seems more logical to opt for the | | | | for relaxing in the back yard or hinting at a trip to a |
| "easy" way out and for many partners this is an | | | | beach, as do beach towels. A more symbolic gift idea |
| adequate gift, since they can then pick out their own | | | | is to give a pet rabbit (Cottontail!) or take your |
| perfume, clothes item, power tool, etc. But many | | | | partner on a road trip to a southern US state. |
| people still prefer opening a present and enjoying (or | | | | Year 3 seems easier, with Leather being the theme. |
| not) the surprise inside. These couples then often | | | | You have a lot of options in clothing such as jackets, |
| decide to look at the traditional or modern | | | | shoes or boots. Don't forget accessories like gloves, |
| anniversary list in search for gift ideas. | | | | belt, wallets, purses and briefcases. Leather bound |
| Here is the traditional list of the first five anniversary | | | | diaries or books are also very nice. For a pricier |
| themes and some gift ideas. They are not separated | | | | option, consider luggage (can also be used to hint at |
| in "his" and "hers" categories, since some gifts are | | | | a trip) or furniture. There is also beautiful jewelry |
| perfect for any gender. | | | | made of leather. |
| Year 1 is Paper and as boring as that sounds, there | | | | Linen or Silk, theme for year 4, calls for the more |
| are actually a lot of interesting ideas for gifts. You | | | | traditional gifts, such as lingerie, pyjamas and bed |
| can subscribe to a magazine or newspaper that | | | | sheets but you can also get linen shirts and pants or |
| interests your partner; buy books and board games | | | | placement mats |
| or puzzles that you both enjoy. Get tickets to a | | | | Year 5 has Wood as its theme. You can go the |
| concert or sports event that you attend together. If | | | | artistic way and get sculptures or masks for wall |
| you prefer to get a gift that is also an investment, | | | | decoration. If your partner enjoys indoor plants, get |
| get paintings, vintage comic books or artistic | | | | him or her a bonsai tree or another type of indoor |
| photography. Or you could find photographs either of | | | | tree. If you have a yard, you could plant a tree |
| you two or your partner's past, have them digitally | | | | together, as a symbol of your dedication. A bit more |
| altered to make them look like artwork, or just | | | | expensive is furniture or golf clubs. For the romantic |
| simply done in black and white. A more pricey option | | | | soul, take a trip for a long weekend to a log cabin. |
| is getting tickets for a trip. Origami and | | | | The most important thing is to listen to your partner. |
| monogrammed stationery are also very personal | | | | He or she will usually hint at the ideal gift at some |
| gifts. | | | | point or another. Happy anniversary! |