10 Romantic Wedding Anniversary Ideas

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Although it might be tempting to take the traditional anniversary gift suggestions literally, try to avoid giving your significant other a box full of paper, a piece of wood or a single apple!  These themes should be used simply as a starting point, and you should feel free to be as creative as possible.  If you’re celebrating your 4th anniversary, instead of giving 

1. GIVE A GIFT THAT REPRESENTS YOUR YEAR OF MARRIAGE

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your partner some daggy flowers and a card decorated with fruit baskets, buy them a beautiful box of red roses and maybe some champagne. If it’s your 12th anniversary, perhaps a silk robe with some soft white flowers. If it’s coming up to your 9th anniversary, book into a pottery class together and finish the evening off with a beachside picnic. Planning ahead is vital!

1. GIVE A GIFT THAT REPRESENTS YOUR YEAR OF MARRIAGE

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Whilst this may not come easily to everyone, writing a heartfelt letter can be a wonderful way to express your love for your partner.  It doesn’t have to be poetic or long, it just needs to be authentic and personalised. If you get stuck, there is plenty of inspiration online (just be sure to change any relevant names should you start to plagiarize!).

2. WRITE A LOVE LETTER

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You most certainly have hundreds of photos of you, your partner and any children you might have, but you probably haven’t had any professional shots done since the big day.  Investing in professionally taken photographs is a great way to capture your anniversary, and keep track of the changes that take place year by year, as you watch your family grow.

3. BOOK IN A PHOTOSHOOT

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This is a classic option for an anniversary, particularly for couples with busy lives. It’s nice to find time alone, to enjoy great food, listen to your favourite music and simply talk.  If you’re feeling adventurous, arrange to have the dinner catered, so you can both relax throughout the process.  Alternatively, book a table at a nice restaurant in advance, call 

4. PLAN A ROMANTIC DINNER

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in a babysitter, and spend the night laughing over great food and wine.  Candlelit dinners are the perfect way to create pure romance. If you want something more intimate, a home-cooked meal, good champagne, and some roses will be sure to make your spouse's night!

4. PLAN A ROMANTIC DINNER

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Learning to do something new together or doing something adventurous is a fantastic way to bond.  If one of you is apprehensive about a particular activity, the other one can support them through the process, and together you’ll have a great sense of accomplishment once you’ve made it through.  If extreme sports don’t take your fancy, why not take a 

5. DO SOMETHING ADVENTUROUS

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dance lesson or cooking class? Commit to learning together, and in the process, you’ll learn more about each other.

5. DO SOMETHING ADVENTUROUS

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Renewing your vows is a fantastic way to take your anniversary celebrations to the next level, and include all of the people who’ve entered your life since your wedding day, including any children you might’ve had.  It’s also a great opportunity to correct all of the mistakes you made the first time around!  If you’ve got the time and money, you can plan a large 

6. RENEW YOUR VOWS

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scale event that is as big as your first wedding was, or you can keep it low key and just invite close family and friends. Alternatively, take a trip to Vegas and make it a holiday!

6. RENEW YOUR VOWS

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If you don’t have the means or motivation to arrange a big trip or plan something elaborate, you really can’t go wrong with a classic anniversary gift.  These include champagne, jewellery, flowers, a fragrance or anything you know your spouse loves. Anniversaries are a time to splurge on things you and your partner wouldn’t buy for yourselves, so take advantage of this time and spoil each other!

7. GIVE YOUR PARTNER A TIMELESS GIFT

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If your partner likes flowers, there is perhaps no better gift than this.  Arrange for them to spend the afternoon doing a fun activity, and then surprise them by filling a part of the house with their favourite flowers. The stunning aroma will take over the house and will transform your living quarters into a romantic haven. This is a great option if you’re short on 

8. FILL YOUR HOUSE WITH ROSES

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Itime, as there are plenty of options for taking care of this with us.

8. FILL YOUR HOUSE WITH ROSES

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This may not be something you can imagine doing with your partner, but a day spent getting massages and body treatments is a day of indulgence.  Many spas offer couples packages (some of which even include wine!), which is a wonderful way to feel spoilt whilst spending time together.

9. VISIT A SPA TOGETHER

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You may have taken several trips with your significant other, but planning a vacation around your anniversary gives it a different kind of feel.  Plan to go somewhere neither of you have been before, or somewhere that promises relaxation and indulgence.  Leave the kids at home and commit to spending even just a weekend together to reconnect and relax.

10. TAKE A TRIP TOGETHER

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