The Ruby Anniversary is a good occasion to celebrate a considerable period of the married life of friends or relatives. Not every married couple can reach this milestone, so gifts to them should be original and practical. Consider what a ruby wedding is, what to give to a married couple and how to make their holiday unforgettable.
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Traditional expensive gifts
The Ruby Wedding is the 40th anniversary of the start of married life. Traditionally, this holiday is presented with jewelry inlaid with precious stones - rubies. As a rule, such expensive presents are made only by the closest people - children or spouses.
When choosing a gift for a ruby wedding for parents, husband or wife, you should pay attention to the following options:
- Rings with personalized engraving and a ruby of several carats. Such a present can be decorated with Swarovski crystals or other decorative details.
- Necklace with red stone... For a woman celebrating her 40th anniversary, this piece of jewelry will add charm. It is advisable to choose products with a simple design, since the ruby is already beautiful and does not require any addition.
- Earrings with ruby made of gold or silver. Such a tandem will make jewelry even more exclusive and expensive, which any woman who is not indifferent to jewelry will rightfully appreciate. When choosing, you should pay attention that earrings with a small pebble and a pendant will be the most acceptable for overweight ladies. Massive earrings will only make your face heavier and make it even larger.
Consider what to give for a ruby wedding instead of stones if the budget does not allow for such gifts. Examples will be given depending on who the gift is given.
Gifts for friends
If a holiday is planned with friends, then you can hand over any practical things with a red tint, except for personal ones. No matter what wedding anniversary is celebrated, 40 years or something else, it is not recommended to donate underwear or socks.
You can present:
- Tea set red... The composition may include just a teapot with crimson bowls with white polka dots, if you don't want things to be monochromatic. The set is usually designed for 6 or 12 persons. The material can be anything: porcelain or ceramics.
- Mahogany box... This item should be presented with a personalized engraving and the date of the wedding anniversary, then the present will definitely not be forgotten. The box is perfect for storing jewelry or small accessories for sewing or embroidery.
- Scarlet piggy bank ATM or "chewing" piggy bank with a hole for coins. Such a subject will remind you of the need to wisely spend funds and save for any event. An ATM piggy bank is an item, when closed, a digital password is set on the lock; paper banknotes can be stored in it. Chewing - “swallows” coins of small denomination.
- Hibiscus tea with fruit additives... This type of tea is made from Sudanese rose petals, which lowers blood pressure and strengthens the immune system. Additives can include pomegranate seeds, cranberries, candied fruits, cardamom, and cinnamon. A similar option can be presented to supporters of a healthy lifestyle.
- Indoor rose or azalea... Any of these options will be well received by gardeners. When choosing, you should pay attention to those plants that have not yet blossomed. It is so likely that the rose will take root in the owners' home.
- Souvenir mugs with family photos... Paired options with photo printing are an original and inexpensive way to please friends. Clear photographs are worth choosing for a gift.
- Toaster Bosch or Smeg in shades of red. They have an original design. Bosch is made in the shape of a crescent, suitable for a modern kitchen, Smeg - for a classic interior. Both toasters toast slices of bread in 3-5 minutes, which is handy for traditional English breakfast lovers.
- Steamereg LAURASTAR IGGI Red smoothes fabrics quickly and ensures that vertical surfaces are quickly cleaned from dust and mites. Complete replacement for iron and washing machine for items such as down jackets, jackets and pillows.
- Sandwich maker for quick homemade fast food: grilled sausages, cheese sandwiches, panini, toast and much more. The advantage of this gift is that it makes the bread crispy without overdrying the filling.
If friends have a summer cottage, they will gratefully accept those gifts that will decorate the territory and allow you to enjoy your vacation:
- Folding chairs and table... Garden furniture will become a distinctive feature of the local area. When choosing, you should pay attention to natural materials: wood is best suited. It is eco-friendly and lightweight.
- Hanging double hammock... On vacation, this item will definitely come in handy. The material of the gift can be dense or mesh, the choice depends on the preferences of the couple.
- Carved grill... Made to order, such an item will become the highlight of the landscape design of the site. The brazier can be used for barbecue and barbecue. When choosing a gift, you should focus on the style of the site. On sale there are a variety of options for specific styles: modern, loft, etc., ordinary square or in the form of a metal deer.
- BBQ set... Spatulas and forks, a special burger brand and much more along with a signature apron - all this can be gifted to a man celebrating his 40th wedding anniversary.
As an addition to the main gift for a ruby wedding, one of three options should be presented:
- Gift diploma with congratulations... This item will remind you of what important date your friends have reached. It may contain a comic parting word to both spouses.
- Medal for overcoming the 40th milestone... As a rule, it is awarded with special music and warm words. It can be with or without a box.
- Engraved figurine... A cool present, with the help of which friends celebrate all the merits of the "young".
Gifts to each other
Husband and wife can make each other happy for a ruby anniversary if they give really soulful and impressive things. The choice of what to give for a 40-year wedding depends on the destination.
If everything is given to the husband:
- The fisherman. The best present for him will be fishing equipment or spinning... When choosing, you should pay attention to functionality and quality. Also, for such a man, there is nothing better than a peaceful contemplation of nature and the expectation of good prey, therefore smartphone with a good camera will allow you to capture memorable fishing moments, and share it with family and friends.
- Chess player. A set of good carved chess handmade, they can be safely taken on the road, and they will fit in a travel bag. Some gift boxes also contain wine accessories.
- To the car enthusiast. Massage pillow will be a good option to relax on the road. Stiff neck muscles can be quickly put in order with its help. The device has several modes. Also, in addition, you can give your husband a set of good tools for a car with an organizer. A similar present has several wrenches, a power screwdriver, pliers and much more.
- Homebody. Warm plaid with sleeves, sitting in which you can calmly watch TV on cold evenings or read your favorite book. Reason P Of course, it is worth supplementing it rocking chair... Chair models are made of wood or metal with artificial leather.
- To a sincere person. For a good man it is worth saving a good one hand knitted sweater... Such a product is original and will always be in fashion. In addition to warmth, it will also give a drop of kindness in return.
If the present is presented to the wife:
- Needlewoman. Embroidery kit together with the schemes will always be perceived with joy. It can contain floss threads, a hoop, several good needles, various patterns for sewing with colored threads, napkins with ready-made patterns and instructions. To make the gift complete, you should give your spouse a red box where she can put her tools away. A similar choice should be made for a woman who knits with her own hands. Good ones wool threads, knitting needles or crochet hooks for knitting with good magazine with patterns knitted products will fall in love with the needlewoman.
- Stylish. A good gift will be a great dress to order, which will fit perfectly on the figure and hide flaws. It is better for the lady to choose the style and fabric herself, and entrust the further business to the seamstress. Or if the spouse has a standard figure, you can buy a ready-made cocktail or evening dress for her. In addition to the outfit, of course, it is worth purchasing matching jewelry - costume jewelry with red details.
- Beautiful. For real beauty and health, I do not mind any money, therefore, as a present for a ruby wedding, you can give your wife SPA certificate... Here she can get Thai massage, chocolate wrap, stone therapy and much more to choose from.
- Summer resident. Good book for growing rare plants: Flowers, vegetables, decorating the site. Gardener's encyclopedias or something similar with a set of tools: a spatula, pruning shears and other items that will make it easier to work on the ground.
- To the cook. American Pie Recipes - cheesecakes with a saucer of cake and a notebook included. In addition to maintaining the red theme, it is worth giving potholders and an apron with ruby shades.
- Romantic. Bouquet of dark red roses with serenade will charm the spouse. If a man does not know how to sing, you can make a musical greeting from the songs of your wife's favorite artist.
- Travel lover. Tour of the Golden Ring of Russia will refresh and give new impressions. The excursion will be conducted on the sights of Yaroslavl, Kostroma, Rostov and other ancient cities.
Also, spouses can give each other personal items:
- Yearly stock of socks... Will delight a man who always has socks disappearing somewhere. The stock consists of the same items, so that the husband can always find a pair.
- Lingerie purchase certificate... Panties and a bra are something without which a woman cannot feel like a lady, no matter what age she is.
- Beard care set or deleting it. Includes shampoo for beard and mustache hair, a set of looms and creams after and before shave, and much more.
What to give parents for their fortieth anniversary
Rarely does a wedding celebrate 40 years of married life, but if this stage is on its way, the question of what to give to parents torments the heads of children long before this event. So you can give gifts to dad and mom separately, depending on their interests.
So the father will like:
- Vintage cognac... Good liquor connoisseurs can sometimes be hard to please, but a box of good liquor will solve that problem. The father will be able to put such cognac on the table in front of the guests without shame.
- Retro turntable... Romantic melodies of the last century sound best on old tape recorders, but this does not mean that they should be antediluvian. There are analogs of turntables with a retro design on sale, so that even from a flash drive or CDs, they can be dubbed.
- Shish kebab set with thread on handles... Skewers for joint events cannot be ordinary: the handles of these tools can be in the form of military figurines, with a rank ranging from officers and above.
Mom will like:
- Unusual elastic bedding... It can be easily tucked into the mattress, making it easier for mom to do the housework. The colors of the linen can be ruby red or have burgundy flowers as a pattern.
- Camel or sheep wool blanket... It is appreciated for its environmental friendliness and positive impact on human health. Sheep blankets can be of open type in the form of a skin or a blanket, as well as in the form of a closed type (quilted version with a wool lining). The last option, designed for a double bed, is exactly what should be given to parents for 40 years of wedding, in the form of a pair gift.
- Interior clock... They can have a one-piece body with arrows, hung on the wall, or a separate central part with adhesive divisions. Styles from neoclassic to modern.
- Paired jewelry like rings or bracelets... Not necessarily with precious stones, it is possible with cubic zirconia or rhinestones, but the material of manufacture can be a valuable metal - gold or silver.
- Decorative pillow with a photo of a family... Such a present will be remembered and will give warmth and sincerity. When choosing a base image, it is better to focus your attention on a clear and large photo.
Options that you can give your parents for a ruby wedding if you want to make paired gifts:
- Family album from natural materials (wood or leather) and good photographs. To get such clear photos, you need to organize a joint photo session.
- Garden swing... For father and mother, summer residents will become a favorite pastime in the summer. The material of the swing is better than metal with removable fabric covers. The main thing is that the design fits easily into the site.
- Arbor made of wood for climbing plants and joint tea drinking. A family nest for outdoor recreation will delight both spouses. If mom also grows any plants like clematis or girlish grapes, such a place will be relevant.
- A pair of rocking chairs or a sofa bed... Comfort is created by comfortable pieces of furniture such as armchairs or a sofa. It is convenient to knit or read a newspaper in rocking chairs. Transforming furniture is needed in a small apartment, where every meter counts. For elderly parents, it is better to choose a sofa with a simple layout (tick-tock, dolphin).
The most important features
A 40-year wedding gift to a parent, husband, or wife can be very expensive - made with red gemstones, or none at all. Regardless of who is giving it - a soul mate, friends or children, the main thing to remember: this is the functionality of the presentation.
The item may not be expensive at all, but be in a red tint. Kitchen appliances, textiles, interior gizmos, gifts for the hobbies of a wife or husband - all this will make a gift unforgettable if presented with a soul and complete with a bouquet of flowers and a good medal or statuette.
It is important for relatives or friends to know that they are loved and appreciated, that they are guided by their example in family life and rejoice in their achievements with them. Therefore, sincere verses specially selected for such an occasion will be remembered for a long time.
