16 years married — that’s an achievement, some would say. It’s easy to slip into thinking about relationships as an ordeal. But, maybe, just maybe for you and your husband or wife it’s been bliss all the way?! Perhaps, you’re as much in love now as the day you got married 16 years ago. In fact, you might claim your marriage gets stronger year after year and you’ve never been happier. We certainly hope so!
Whether the last 16 years have been plain sailing or whether you have had your ups and downs and have needed to work at it, the fact is you made it. You deserve to celebrate that milestone in your marriage in the best possible way and reward the love of your husband or wife over these past 16 years accordingly. That’s why you must read our advice about the 16 year wedding anniversary.
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In our 16th wedding anniversary year guide, we advise what anniversary gift to buy according to tradition and modern custom. And, did you know that Peridot and Aquamarine are the official gemstones of the 16th anniversary? No? Well, find out what else you need to know about the 16th wedding anniversary by reading the guide!
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Your 15th year wedding anniversary. What an achievement! Sounds corny, but when the average marriage crumbled nearly 5 years ago, the 15th is definitely a cause for celebration.
How to celebrate / commerate — we’re guessing is the biggest question on your lips. For a marriage to last this long, you’re probably more than aware of the need to keep things fresh. Not to be complacent. But, are you (finally) all out of fresh ideas?!
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Fret not, we’ve got ideas. First, the basics. In case you weren’t aware, there is a tradition of giving certain types of gift on certain anniversaries and on the 15th anniversary it’s crystal’s turn. Crystal? That could mean crystal glass, semi-precious crystals and Swarovski crystal. So, lots of choice!
If that’s not enough to go at, how about the modern alternative: a watch? Every woman needs a watch. And, even if she has an every day one already, what girl wouldn’t appreciate a splurge on something designer for evening wear?!
The 15th wedding anniversary flower is the rose — couldn’t be easier.
Thinking of treating her to some special anniversary jewellery? Make it extra special and appropriate for the 15 year anniversary by choosing jewellery with rubies in it. The ruby is the ‘official’/ traditional gemstone for this year.
Now, if you want some great ideas, read our big 15 year wedding anniversary page!
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If it’s your 14 year wedding anniversary you’re in luck — for three reasons…
Firstly, your marriage has already outlasted many. In fact it’s lasted longer than average! According to the latest official statistics the average marriage only lasts 11.5 years, so yours is positively immortal. You’re doing very well to still be together!
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Secondly, there is an established custom of giving certain gifts on certain anniversaries and the fourteenth anniversary is covered by this tradition. At least it gives you a starting point!
Thirdly, we have written a lovely page all about the fourteenth wedding anniversary here: Year 14 Anniversary Gifts . There you will find all you need to know about what is the customary gift, the modern alternative and the proper flowers (nope, it’s not roses every year). If you’re thinking of buying jewellery, you also be keen to know (we are sure) that there are traditions that should be observed here too. Yes, it’s a minefield of giving etiquette but you can stear safely through it using this page as your chart: 14th Anniversary Gifts
Happy anniversary!
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