1st Anniversary Gift Ideas

Traditional 1st Anniversary Theme for Gifts: Paper

The concept of paper has been linked to the first anniversary with two symbolic meanings:

First, paper is like a blank canvas, reflecting the unwritten future of the couple. The pair will work together to create their own story over the course of their marriage.

Second, paper is readily torn, reminding the couple that after only one year of marriage, they must retain their trust and faith in each other during the challenges and strains they will encounter ahead.

Traditional Anniversary Gift Suggestions

Book
Calendar
Jigsaw Puzzle
Magazine Subscription
Paperweight
Postcards
Map of a Route to Travel Somewhere Special Together
Sheet of Music (Favorite Song)
Stationery
Tickets (Movies, Musical Show, Theatre, Sports Game etc.)

Modern 1st Anniversary Theme for Gifts: Clock

Representing the timelessness nature of love, a clock-based gift is now often given on the occasion of the first anniversary.

Gemstone: Golden Jewelry

Alternate Stone: Peridot or Pearl

Color: Yellow or Gold

Floral Theme: Pansy, Carnation, Orange Blossom, Gold or Yellow Rose

Pansies symbolize thoughtfulness, relating to the consideration a couple must show for each other in a union.
Carnations hold a meaning of passion and new love.
Orange blossoms hold several meanings within a marital union: purity, truth and fruitfulness.
Gold or Yellow Rose is a romantic alternative for this anniversary, in keeping with the color theme, and the symbol of eternal love that a rose represents.

Modern Anniversary Gift Suggestions

Alarm Clock
Egg Timer
Antique Clock
Gold Jewelry (Bracelet, Ring, Earrings, Necklace)
Gold-Dipped Eternity Rose
Kitchen Timer
Outdoor Sundial
Flower: Pansies, Orange Blossoms or Carnations (Plant, Perfume, Scented Candles, Bouquet of Flowers, Art Print)
Peridot or Pearl Jewelry
Wall Clock
Wrist Watch
Yellow Glazed Eternity Rose

Below are the next anniversary themes to give you some further insight into this important occasion:

13th Anniversary: Lace | 14th Anniversary: Gold Jewelry | 15th Anniversary: Crystal