The first wedding anniversary is also known as “paper anniversary”. Traditionally, couples exchange gifts made of paper during their paper anniversary. The modern addition to first anniversary gifts is the clock.
If you’re looking for 1st anniversary gifts for her, it will be helpful to take a look at our gift guide below. We have selected 19 great anniversary gifts for wife, including 17 traditional paper gifts and a modern clock gift. These ideas are unique, romantic, and meaningful. She will adore them for sure!
Scroll down to read Paper Anniversary Gifts for Her (Updated: 2017).
1. Precious Moments Figurine
A sweet couple holding hands promises to keep their love alive for the rest of their lives. This lovely figurine is sure to remind you and your wife of all the memories made from “Year One” in the marriage. It is meticulously sculpted of fine bisque porcelain and expertly hand-painted. Makes a great first anniversary gift for her.
2. Our Adventure Book
Thoughtful paper gift for her — a special memory book just like the one in Pixar Up movie. Hardcover with thick craft paper. Designed for couples to record down their life adventures and love stories.
3. Dogeared Pearls of Love Necklace
Melt her heart with this gorgeous pearl necklace on that special day. Featuring a lustrous round freshwater pearl with a delicate gold chain. It looks feminine and classy.
This necklace comes attached with a meaningful message card to remind her how much she is loved.
4. Hello Beautiful Wall Art
You can also get this beautiful art print for the paper anniversary. It is handmade with luxe gold foil and premium matte card stock. Place it on her dresser or work desk to greet her every day. It will make her happy for sure.
5. Best Wife Ever Coffee Mug
Show how much you adore her with this cute mug for your best wife ever. 13 ounces capacity. Will definitely become her new favorite mug!
6. The Book of Us: A Journal of Your Love Story in 150 Questions
A book designed for couples to remember and cherish their important moments together. With 150 intriguing questions on the topics ranging from “Before I met you, my love life was…” to “One of the reasons I think we lasted so long as a couple is that…”.
Fill it with your heart content and present it to your significant other. It makes the sweetest paper anniversary gift.
7. Wifey Travel Mug
Such an adorable tumbler that your wife will surely appreciate. Attractive pink color with a silver word. 16 oz insulated. Perfect for enjoying coffee on the go.
8. Inspirational Planner
A stylish planner packed with positivity to encourage women to keep organized and stay motivated. This undated planner with helpful tools is divided into different sections to help you keep track, prioritize, and work towards your goals. Features goal overview section, action plan section, monthly and weekly sheets, meal planner section, workout overview section, and more.
There are wisdom quotes for each month. Use it, take action and gain control of your life.
9. With Love from My Kitchen
For her who loves cooking. This is a wonderful cookbook loved by moms and wives since 1989. It allows users to keep all her favorite family recipes in one place. This cookbook is divided into several sections for you to fill in your recipes and keep them organized.
10. Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel
Bring your wife to tour the world’s best 500 places on your 1st wedding anniversary. This impressive coffee table book compiles the most unmissable sights and attractions in the world from the big name mega-sights such as the Eiffel Tower to lesser-known hidden gems in secluded parts of the planet. Filled with breathtaking illustrations and insightful descriptions, this book will inspire you to plan for the next trip together.
11. Me, You, Us: A Book to Fill Out Together
Cute activity to do together as a married couple. With the creative space and interesting prompts, this book allows you to jot down whatever silly thoughts and sweet memories that pop into your brain. You will have fun getting playful together, and you will also end up with an amazing time capsule to look back on.
Such a unique paper anniversary gift for both of you!
12. Unicorn 3D Art Puzzle
Awesome unicorn head to mount on the wall. Made of recyclable cardboard. It looks unique and colorful. Pretty neat and fun to put together. Your wife is going to love this magical creature in the house.
13. Red Pomegranate and Bird Painting Decorative Fan
Oriental style paper fan to decorate the room. Finely hand painted on Korean mulberry paper. A pair of lovebirds is sitting on the branch accompanied by red pomegranates. Bring in peace and harmony feel to the environment.
14. Vintage Pewter Table Clock
Clock is the modern gift for the first wedding anniversary. Let’s add some whimsies to your bedside or mantle with this vintage-style clock. The distressed design and the rusty appearance creates aged, rustic look that you will like.
15. Adesso Dune Table Lamp
Another idea that matches the paper theme. A minimalist style table lamp that casts soft and warm light. Feature: natural crinkle paper shade and wood base that supports the steel pole. Solid and well constructed. A nice lamp to add coziness in your bedroom.
16. Love Bomb
Pamper her with this set of luxurious bath bombs made from all natural ingredients. Tennis ball sized, cute colors, pleasing scent. Luxuriate in healing shea butter, natural oil, fresh fragrances and flower power. It leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth and moisturized.
17. The Aviator’s Wife: A Novel
If she is loves reading, book is an excellent choice. The Aviator’s Wife: A Novel is a wonderful historian fiction about Anne Morrow Lindberg’s marriage to the famous aviator Charles Lindbergh. This book narrates the story of triumphs, struggles, and pains in their troubled marriage. A fascinating book that depicts Anne’s voice, her way to find her own life and establishing her own identity.
18. The Fault in Our Stars
Romance book loved by thousands of readers. The Fault in Our Stars by John Green is an inspiring novel that tackles big subjects like life, death, and love. It is the story of Hazel, a teen girl living with terminal lung cancer. She meets Augustus (a cancer survivor who lost a leg due to his past cancer), in a support group and soon they fall in love. A breathtaking story filled with life, hope, joy and love. A book that will bring out every emotion in you.
19. C.R. Gibson Fleur Rouge Password Journal
Stunning red journal for her to keep passwords and other secure information close at hand. With alphabetical tabs that allow you to look and update your passwords effortlessly. Easy to use, compact in size. Fits nicely in any purse.
That’s the 19 Paper Anniversary Gifts for Her handpicked by Vivid. We hope the above gift guide helps.
We wish you to have a happy 1st anniversary celebration with your beloved wife. Thanks for reading.
