Gold is one of the strongest metals. Therefore, a couple that has passed hand in hand the 50-year milestone of family life can rightfully be called golden. If you had the honor to be present at the celebration, you probably thought about what to give to the anniversaries for the golden wedding.
A golden wedding is a good reason to remember the one that was in your youth
Traditional gifts
Gold items. Most often, children give such a gift for a golden wedding to parents. On this day, it is customary to give wedding new anniversaries rings. According to tradition, children bring new jewelry to their parents, and the old ones are hidden in a beautiful box and kept as a memory. In addition to wedding rings, you can give other jewelry made of gold, for example, beautiful bracelets.
Handkerchief and tie, embroidered with gold threads. This gift can traditionally be attributed to the family, as it is given by grandchildren or great-grandchildren. At the time of the celebration, when the anniversaries are sitting at the table, the female half of the couple is tied with a scarf on their heads, and the male half is wearing a tie.
Icon in gold or gilded frame. It is better to choose an icon depicting saints who are patrons by name or date of birth for both spouses. But you can also purchase a universal product with the face of Peter and Fevronya, they are the patron saints of marriage. An alternative to the icon can be considered golden amulet. When choosing such a gift, it should be remembered that the donor and the donee must follow the same faith and profess the same religion! Frankincense, it is desirable to consecrate in the church
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Photo frame with gilding. A budget option for a gift to anniversaries, but due to its sentimentality, it is necessary and memorable.
Original gifts
Journey. Of course, when choosing such a gift, you need to take into account many nuances. From the state of health of the spouses to the presence of foreign passports. If the spouses lead an active lifestyle and are in good health, give them plane tickets to a European country. Such a gift for a golden wedding will surprise them very much. You should not give a trip to the sea, because people in years are not recommended to be in the sun. In case of an unsatisfactory state of health, you can give a ticket to the nearest sanatorium. Moreover, such a gift will be relevant at any time of the year.
Professional family photography. The photos that will remain after the shooting will please both the heroes of the day and their children for a long time. First, it is memory. Secondly, what could be better than spending a few hours with the whole family together? If you plan to hold an event on the street, choose a time that will be comfortable for older spouses. Usually, this is the first half of the day. It shouldn't be hot outside.
A professional family photo is appropriate for any anniversary
If shooting is planned in the studio, make sure that there are no drafts in the room and air conditioners turned on at full capacity. It is also advisable to think in advance about how many people will take part in the shooting, and discuss this number with the photographer. The fact is that many photographers do not take orders for hourly shooting if more than 10 people take part in it.
Beautiful photo album. It can be a continuation of the previous gift. Or maybe - a unique present that will please the spouses and immerse them in memories. There are two options for the design of this album. The first is to give a regular album, which you need to fill with your favorite photos yourself. The second is in the form of a photo book. Moreover, for printing a book, you can use old archival photos, mixing them with newer ones. Having designed the album in this way, you will get a kind of history of the creation of a family of anniversaries. Of course, a gift in the form of a photo book is a more expensive alternative to a regular album, but such gifts for a golden wedding will be remembered for a lifetime.
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Family portrait. It is necessary to prepare such a gift in advance. Ask for a joint photo from future anniversaries and order a beautiful portrait based on it. The picture frame is desirable to choose a golden color. When choosing an artist who will prepare a gift, be guided not only by your intuition, but also by the reviews of previous customers.
Celebration organization. Nowadays, pensioners rarely treat themselves to a magnificent feast, to which you can invite the whole family. A golden wedding is a great occasion to see family and friends. With the consent of the spouses, as a gift, organize a holiday for them. It is not necessary to celebrate in a restaurant. Older people will feel more comfortable at home. It is also not worth preparing and ordering gourmet dishes that the heroes of the day have not yet tried as treats. Prepare delicious treats with your guests. In the event that a married couple lives a progressive life and their financial condition is conducive to frequent trips to restaurants, in this case, you can organize a feast in a good institution.
A restaurant is a good opportunity to just be together
Modern gifts
digital photo frame. Haven't decided what to give your parents for a golden wedding yet? Take a closer look at the digital photo frame. The amount of its memory will allow you to save a large number of photos that will change each other at a frequency set by you. Your loved ones will appreciate it if you digitize old wedding photos and add them to your viewing list.
multivarka. Today, a multicooker is a necessary electrical appliance in the kitchen of every housewife. Do not chase new products, give a simple model with a minimum set of functions. Most likely, the first impression of the spouses regarding this gadget will be skeptical, but time will pass and they will appreciate your gift.
TV. A win-win gift option. In the case when the anniversaries already have a modern TV model, you can pay for a digital cable TV connection. People who spend most of their lives in the walls of the house will be happy to spend their free time in front of the blue screen.
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Budget gifts
Plaid. Such a gift will appeal to spouses who appreciate and love home comfort. Choose products made from natural fabrics that do not irritate the skin. When choosing, give preference to warm, gentle tones. If the donor knows how to knit, it will be very helpful. Handmade products are gaining popularity now. The most relevant today are blankets knitted with thick soft threads on large knitting needles. The knitted product is incredibly light and, at the same time, warm.
Bath towel set. Choose large towels. To give the gift a special personality, you can embroider the initials of the spouses or the date of marriage on the towels. So you will make it clear that the gift was chosen with soul and care, and was not just bought in haste.
Pillows or blanket. The older generation is accustomed to sleeping on feather pillows and hiding behind a heavy feather blanket. They are distrustful of new technologies and synthetic materials. You should not convince them in words, just give a set of good anatomical pillows or a soft, light blanket.
Beautiful towels - a great gift
Pair of bathrobes. A fluffy bathrobe is a symbol of home comfort. By giving it, you will express your warmest feelings. It is customary to give bathrobes to close people, for example, parents or grandparents for a golden wedding.
stemware. Give a pair of beautiful glasses and a bottle of good wine. If your parents are the recipients, you can decorate the glasses with your own hands or involve children in this event. Children will be happy to help arrange a gift for grandparents.
What not to give for a golden wedding
We have already decided what to give relatives for a golden wedding. Let's now look at what not to give a married couple for an anniversary.
Animals or fish in aquarium. Unfortunately, a couple who celebrates 50 years of marriage often needs care themselves. Do not burden them with the debt of caring for a pet, it takes a lot of time and requires financial and physical costs.
Kettle, watch, Mirror, slippers. According to beliefs, such gifts bring negative emotions and situations into the house - from banal quarrels to serious illnesses. If the anniversaries themselves have chosen the above household items as a gift, be sure to take a nominal fee from them.
Souvenirs. Such gifts have no soul. Spouses and guests will get the impression that you bought the first thing that came across in the store.
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Universal gift
Money is a universal gift. If the spouses-anniversaries decide not to celebrate their wedding anniversary, give them an envelope with a certain amount of money and complement it with a delicious cake. And what to spend it on, they will decide for themselves.
It's always nice to choose gifts. However, choosing a gift for a couple that belongs to the older generation is always difficult. You have different tastes, different outlooks on life. If you do not know what to give, it is better to ask the opinions of the heroes of the occasion or their relatives. But, if you want to make a surprise, you will have to try to please the spouses. Start preparing for the choice of a gift in advance, do not put it off until the last days. Trust your intuition and fantasy. Weigh your financial options. Let your gift be the best.
