Anniversaries are undeniably special occasions. They are testament to the strength of a bond, the resilience of a couple, and the future they could be enjoying together.
Anniversaries are certainly not just for weddings, either, even if tradition skews heavily towards them; rather, anniversaries should be treated with reverence whatever the nature of your bond.
Still, finding the right way to truly commemorate a year with your beau can be exceedingly difficult.
Even if you have plans together, there is the buying of gifts that can drive the sanest of partners mad at Christmas, let alone such a personal celebration.
If you are struggling to put something magical together for your better half this year, here are some simple options you might consider to make your next anniversary that bit more special.
I Bring You Flowers…
If you’ve got something to say, there is arguably no better way to say it than with flowers. A good bouquet absolutely goes a long way, whether the passionate reds of old-fashioned roses or a wildflower bunch that screams spring and vitality.
The flowers would be accompanied by some choice words, and should absolutely be delivered in advance of the best anniversary dinner you will ever share – be it the Ritz or a local ‘za joint.
Diamonds are Forever
Well, perhaps diamonds are a stretch too far for your budget, but the idea here is simple: a statement piece of jewellery can be the perfect way to express your love on your anniversary. Don’t give in to hackneyed media trends or clichés, though!
Think about exactly what they would want out of a piece, and maybe even ask some probing questions to that effect. You could then surprise them with something uniquely them, as an indulgent gift for an indulgent day.
Whisked Away
Sometimes, the best gift is not a tangible one at all. Rather than fussing over the minutiae of a physical object, why not invest instead in adventure?
This, too, can be catered well to the taste of your partner, whatever that taste might be.
The wine connoisseur would naturally enjoy a trip to the vineyards of provincial France, or maybe even a less predictable weekend away in the Rhine.
An art junkie would be blown away by a weekend away for two in Berlin, while the water sports enthusiast could be surprised with a jaunt over to the European surfing mecca that is Biarritz.
Something Homely
Of course, not everyone is adventurous – and there are those of us for whom the best possible way to celebrate an anniversary would be right here at home.
If you and your partner lead loud, stressful lives, then maybe the most perfect gift would simply be a bit of quality time together.
You could arrange to take the same three days off, and you could surprise them with an itinerary of homely events – from the money-no-object ordering of takeaways to the watching of your favorite films.
