Silver Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas for a Couple

A 25th wedding anniversary is a milestone that any couple should be proud to reach, as their relationship is a shining example of how successful modern marriages can be. Silver is the symbol most commonly associated with this quarter of a century celebration and quite rightly so. It is considered very valuable, the world over, and known for it’s beauty, strength and reliability. Pretty much like a marriage that has been successful for 25 years.
If you’ve been invited to the festivities of a favourite couple, then you might be wondering what you can get them for a gift. After such a long time together the happy couple have already got most of the things they need to make life comfortable and easy, so where does that leave you? There are a few options open to you. You can spend a few hours walking up and down the high street or perusing what’s on offer at your local mall, or spend just as much time looking at the numerous gift websites online, but you might find the wealth of choices a bit overwhelming. So let’s help by narrowing the field a little, and sharing a few of our favourite silver wedding anniversary gift ideas for couples.

Anniversary Gift Suggestions for a Couple

Silver Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas for Couples to enjoy Together

A Genuine Newspaper from any date of your choosing – each comes with its own certificate of authenticity. The couple will be interested to know what significant events were taking place on the day they tied the knot, and be transported to their special day, 25 years ago.
Personalised Silver Dessert Spoons – this one of a kind gift can be personally stamped with any words you think appropriate. Add the couples favourite dessert to the gift and they’ll be in pudding heaven.
Silver Anniversary Picture Frame – add sparkle to this special day, by giving the happy couple somewhere they can show off photos of their special day together.
Bottle of Bubbly and Personalised Flutes – let the happy couple toast their happiness with the gift of a bottle of champagne and some beautifully engraved glasses, made specially for this special occasion.
Joining Hearts Key Ring – personalised of course. The two halfs of this heart fit perfectly together, much like the happy couple.
Personalised Calendars – with every month having it’s own romantic picture and their own names.
Personalised Mugs – You choose whether the mugs are funny, romantic, or downright cheesy. But they’ll enjoy breakfast in bed together with their own special mugs.
Rose for the Garden – if the couple are both avid gardeners, why not buy them a plant for their anniversary? There are lots of aptly named varieties, particularly when it comes to roses, and this kind of gift can be enjoyed for many years to come.
Plant a Tree – still looking at things for the garden, how about the gift of a tree? A silver birch sapling would be very appropriate, but make sure they’ve got room in their garden to let it grow.

Famous Celebrity Couples Who Have Made it Through 25 Years

The newspapers are full of the troubles of celebrity marriages, but there are actually some very successful couples who have made it to 25 years.
Jon Bon Jovi and Dorthea Hurley – Married on April 28th 1989
Rob Reiner and Michele Singer – Married on 19th May 1989
Bryan Cranston and Robin Deardon – Married on 8th July 1989
Kevin Kline and Phoebe Cates – Married on 5th March 1989
Pat Sajak and Lesly Brown – Married on 31st December 1989
Sir Richard Branson and Joan Templeman – Married on 20th December 1989
Mary Hart and Burt Sugarman – Married on 8th April 1989
Reba McEntire and Narvel Blackstock – Married on 3rd June 1989
Randy Quaid and Evi Motolanez – Married on 5th October 1989
Patty Loveless and Emory Gordy Jr – Married on 6th February 1989
Naomi Judd and Larry Strickland – Married 6th May 1989
There are plenty of other famous people and celebrities that can be added to this list, and although the list isn’t growing very quickly it is getting longer with every year that passes. Fame isn’t very kind to long term relationships but these couples show that a successful marriage is possible regardless of the challenges life throws at you.

If you’ve been invited to the upcoming celebrations of a couple you know, then find a gift that suits their personalities and taste. Something that they can enjoy together, or something useful or attractive for their home, is always going to go down well as a silver wedding anniversary present for a couple.