Our first thought was to google what is the perfect wedding anniversary gift and we are guessing you did the exact same thing. You maybe even saw what else others googled and saw the wedding anniversary gifts by year suggestion. If you are more traditional and love to follow those traditions we have solutions for every year and we are here to help create them! And if you aren’t so much into it but needing some inspo on what do you for your anniversary we got you! These are sure fire ways to create something timeless.
Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year & How to Incorporate Them into Boudoir Photography
Creating the perfect wedding anniversary gift for the person you love is something we all get worked up about (and if you don’t please tell us your secret!) If you are like us you are trying to find the perfect gift, between birthdays, Christmas, Valentine’s Day you are all out of ideas. How do you find the gift that says “I Love You” and a gift that says being with you means everything. An anniversary is more than just another day – it’s the day you said “I Do” and chose to stand by each others sides through the hard times and the good. Whether this is your first anniversary or your 20th, boudoir is the perfect gift to say you are all mine and I am all yours. That this love will last a lifetime.
15 Traditional Wedding Anniversary Themes
When celebrating a wedding anniversary, traditional gifts symbolize the journey and evolution of love. They’ve been around since the middle ages and constantly have evolved with the times, we feel that traditions are a beautiful jumping point to inspire you to make it your own – blending timelessness with elegance and a hint of creativity. If you’re looking the perfect gift and something unique to honor your anniversary, a boudoir photoshoot is a powerful and intimate experience that aligns perfectly when you are looking to give a gift that no other man has (hint, it’s yourself and the love and passion you carry only for your man). We found 15 different wedding anniversary years that have a special theme associated with them and we are excited to share with you how to create the perfect wedding anniversary gift!
1st Anniversary: Paper
Paper represents the blank page of your new life together, the story that is only just beginning. Paper is the absolutely easiest of all the anniversaries to turn your boudoir session into the perfect first year anniversary present. Creating a boudoir album with all your favorite photos from your session is our favorite recommendation, and to take it a step further think about including personal notes or love letters into your boudoir album. If you are a true romantic you can even bring handwritten notes to scatter around you during your session or even incorporating book pages into the set. A sensual photoshoot featuring these elements adds a personal and poetic touch.
2nd Anniversary: Cotton
Cotton symbolizes the growing strength of your bond. Cotton brings to mind touch, we think of being wrapped in cotton sheets laughing as the sun kisses your skin. It’s a beautiful reminder of the joy and love you feel creating a romantic natural feel. For those of our more bold and adventurous clients you can still do dark and moody looks and select an album that is made from cotton paper to create a physical connection. If you are daring, wear a cotton tee and create that perfect wet t-shirt look.
3rd Anniversary: Leather
Leather represents durability and strength and can easily create the sexiest boudoir session you are looking for to show the passion you have for one another. We all think leather corsets, or risque lingerie as the obvious way to incorporate leather into an anniversary boudoir session. But for those ladies who want to step out of the norm think leather jacket. We have so many clients whose men are bikers and they make that personal touch by bringing their husband leather jacket for their boudoir session. Regardless of the what you bring we can make it, bold, sexy, edgy, or even glam! At the end of the day our favorite way to celebrate the 3rd year wedding anniversary present is with our handmade Leather Italian album.
4th Anniversary: Flowers
We aren’t quite sure the reason behind this years theme, but it is the most romantic to get behind. We think of floral lingerie, a bed covered in petals, or even artistic nudes covered by your favorite flowers. These are the little details that make your session so special and unique. Think of the first set of flowers he ever bought you, or the one’s he has gotten you ever valentine’s day. What is it that says “this is us”?
5th Anniversary: Wood
Wood represents deep-rooted strength, this is something that is a little tricker to add while still being tasteful. Our first thought is wooden backdrops, rustic furniture, or even nature-inspired settings to bring this element into your boudoir shoot when doing indoors, but if you are up for adventure we do offer outdoor boudoir photoshoots for the subtle wooden theme. For the not so subtle our other recommendation for those who want to go all out for their wedding anniversary gift and have it reflect the 5th anniversary wedding theme is customizing your album to our fine art luxury album where the box looks like a wooden keepsake of his favorite photos, a secret little reminder of whats most important to him.
6th Anniversary: Iron or Candy
Iron symbolizes a solid foundation, while candy represents sweetness. Think metallic accessories, bold, structured outfits. If you lean into the candy theme, playful props like lollipops or chocolate-covered strawberries can add a fun, flirty touch. If you are a little like us maybe you want to let yourself be the sweetness you are gifting this year ;p
7th Anniversary: Wool or Copper
Wool represents warmth, and copper symbolizes durability. Soft wool blankets, fuzzy socks in a loose sweater, or warm-toned lighting create a cozy and intimate vibe. Copper-toned makeup or jewelry can add an elegant and artistic touch to your shoot. We prefer the subtle nature in all our work so why not add both to give it that special touch?
10th Anniversary: Tin or Aluminum
These metals symbolize resilience, a statement to be proud of. Your 10th wedding anniversary is something to celebrate, to go big and bold and remind your man that a decade later your love still shines. Try a more glam look with silver-toned lingerie, bold makeup, and let us create that reflective look that silver gives. If you love a futuristic, metallic theme, this is your chance to embrace it.
12th Anniversary: Silk or Linen (Or Pearls)
Silk and linen embody comfort and elegance. A reminder of the comforts and resilience of your relationship. This is a moment to embrace the sensuality that comes with feeling safe and free in a relationship. Knowing you are loved and loved back. Don’t hesitate to embrace this side of yourself with silk sheets, artistic nudes draped in pearls, be bold, be sexy, this is just for your husband after all.
16th Anniversary: Wax
Wax represents the flexibility and adaptability of a marriage. Make a statement with candle obras to add a dramatic and romantic atmosphere to your boudoir session. Whether using candlelight for moody, intimate shots romantic or dark and moody this theme creates a powerful visual story. If you want to keep it simple we suggest setting the mood with candles and wine when you gift your album to your man.
20th Anniversary: China
China represents the beauty and delicacy of a relationship that has withstood the test of time. For our ladies who are hopeless romantics setting the scene with elegant, fine china tea sets or delicate porcelain props for a refined, sophisticated boudoir session. For the ladies who are just wanting to make a statement let your photos do the work, let your beauty represent these 20 years. The vulnerability and strength of being a woman, a wife, and everything he has loved all these years.
25th Anniversary: Silver
Silver symbolizes radiance and endurance. Wearing silver-toned lingerie, accessorizing with silver jewelry, or using shimmering fabrics can enhance the elegance of your boudoir shoot. A classic, timeless approach works beautifully for this milestone.
30th Anniversary: Pearl
Pearls represent wisdom and beauty cultivated over time. Consider pearl accessories, soft oceanic themes, or white satin fabrics to capture the essence of this anniversary. One of our favorite photos we have done with pearls is stunning artistic nudes with our client draped in pearls, an absolute classic and favorite (one we cannot share with others, but it is worth it to try it! After all you are the pearl of this story.) Regardless of pearls, or satin sheets, we recommend keeping this year for luxurious, classy, and sensual feels to showcase how lucky your husband is and how loved you feel.
40th Anniversary: Ruby
Rubies symbolize passion and deep love. Create a jaw dropping gift that will take you back to when you first met, the passion, the flames, the excitement. Wear red lingerie and we will create the dramatic lighting, we might even suggest a bold, confident pose that can bring the fiery essence of this anniversary to life. Ruby-red roses or a scarlet satin backdrop can add to the intensity of the shoot.
50th Anniversary: Gold
Gold represents prosperity, strength, and a love that has endured half a century. A golden-themed boudoir shoot with metallic fabrics, golden jewelry, or even a glamorous, vintage Hollywood aesthetic can create a stunning tribute to this milestone. Whatever it is your 50th anniversary is a gift that not many people get to have let this moment be something to remember.
A boudoir photoshoot is a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate each milestone in your marriage. Whether you go for soft and romantic, bold and daring, or playful and fun, these anniversary themes offer endless inspiration for a session that truly reflects your journey together. Ready to book your anniversary boudoir experience? Let’s create something beautiful that celebrates your love!
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