20th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Traditional: China
Modern: Platinum
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20th anniversary gifts and ideas for spouses
What to give
Budget
- Head to the thrift store to hunt for a vintage china set, or a matching set of teacups. Mix and match colors and patterns for a one-of-a-kind set for your spouse!
- A dainty china bowl or dish is perfect for your spouse to rest their ring in when they’re not wearing it. Pair it with a special 20th anniversary card.
Splurge
- If you and your partner are into music, get a custom-made platinum record celebrating your milestone anniversary.
- Upgrade your wedding bands with durable platinum bands that will last you 20 more years—or longer.
What to write
What to write in a 20th anniversary card
- “Twenty years of marriage is a big deal. My love for you is even bigger.”
- “Twenty years in, and your smile still makes me smile, your laugh still makes me laugh, and your love still makes me feel whole.”
- “Happy anniversary to my favorite person in the whole world. Let’s go for 20 more, why don’t we?”
What to write about in a 20th anniversary love letter
- 20 things you love about your spouse
- What you’ve learned about love after 20 years of marriage
- 20 words to describe your spouse
How to celebrate
- Hire a private chef to cook you and your spouse a special meal—maybe even the menu from your wedding night!
- Make a visit to the site of your marriage and reminisce together.
- Book a hotel room in a new city (or have a staycation), and order room service to enjoy in bed.
20th anniversary gifts and ideas for friends and family
What to give
- Make their anniversary sweet with jelly beans in 20 different flavors! In your card, suggest that they have a flavor-guessing contest.
- Gift them a sentimental photo frame that showcases their love over the years.
- If you know what kind of cake they served at their wedding, gift them cupcakes of the same flavor to enjoy on their special day.
What to write in a 20th anniversary card
- “The way you two act, you’d never know you’ve been married for 20 years. Get a room, newlyweds!”
- “Your love is constantly an inspiration to us. We wish you the happiest 20th anniversary.”
- “We love witnessing you two love one another. Happy 20th anniversary!”
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