THE GIFT LIST

Unique gifts for anniversaries

13 best gifts for anniversaries

Our selection of unique gifts for anniversaries: anniversary gifts such as an instant camera, a digital photo frame and a set of wine glasses. See our range of gifts perfect for the person in your life who loves celebrating time together.

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  1. Polaroid Now Gen 3 instant camera, arctic blue

    Polaroid Now Gen 3 instant camera, arctic blue

    The Polaroid Now prints classic square instant photos straight from the camera, with autofocus to make it easy. They'll need Polaroid i-Type film too.

    Pros

    • Classic instant prints.
    • Autofocus.

    Cons

    • Film is expensive.
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  2. Aura Carver Mat digital photo frame

    Aura Carver Mat digital photo frame

    Aura's frame shows photos that family and friends send from their phones, so it keeps filling up with new pictures. Unlimited photo and video sharing comes with no subscription or fees, and it sets up over Wi-Fi. It's a lovely gift for grandparents or anyone who loves family photos.

    Pros

    • Unlimited sharing with no subscription.
    • Family can add photos from anywhere.
    • Quick Wi-Fi set-up.

    Cons

    • Needs a Wi-Fi connection.
    • Someone has to add photos through the app.
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  3. Riedel Wine Friendly 002 red-wine glasses, set of four

    Riedel Wine Friendly 002 red-wine glasses, set of four

    Four matching stemmed glasses make a more substantial table gift than a single novelty goblet. This Wine Friendly set is made from crystal glass and intended for red wine, with a rounded bowl and a clear finish. It fits a home where they're furnishing a dining table or replacing a mixed collection. Check their cupboard space and existing glasses first, because four stems need somewhere safe to live.

    Pros

    • Four matching crystal glasses for the table.
    • Rounded bowl designed for red wine.

    Cons

    • Fragile stemware that needs safe cupboard space.
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  4. Riedel Cabernet decanter

    Riedel Cabernet decanter

    A decanter lets a red wine breathe and makes even a weeknight bottle feel like an occasion. Riedel's Cabernet decanter holds a full bottle and has a wide base for plenty of air. It's made in Austria from clear crystal glass and goes in the dishwasher, which wine lovers will appreciate after a long dinner.

    Pros

    • Holds a full bottle.
    • Wide base lets wine breathe.
    • Dishwasher safe.

    Cons

    • Hard to dry inside by hand.
    • Takes up cupboard space.
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  5. Azul board game

    Azul board game

    Azul has players drafting chunky tiles to decorate a palace wall. It takes minutes to learn and plays in about 45 minutes, so it gets played a lot.

    Pros

    • Quick to learn.
    • Satisfying tiles.
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  6. LEGO Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet 10313

    LEGO Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet 10313

    A brick-built bouquet of wildflowers that sits in a vase. A longer build than the small sets.

    Pros

    • Looks like a real bouquet.
    • Long, calm build.

    Cons

    • Needs a vase.
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  7. LEGO Botanicals Bouquet of Roses 10328

    LEGO Botanicals Bouquet of Roses 10328

    A brick-built bouquet of roses that does not wilt. It is a lasting flower gift for an anniversary or birthday.

    Pros

    • Lasts for ever.
    • Calm, rewarding build.

    Cons

    • Needs a vase.
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  8. LEGO Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet 10342

    LEGO Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet 10342

    A brick-built bouquet of pink flowers. It is a flower gift that never wilts, for a wedding or housewarming.

    Pros

    • Lasts for ever.
    • Soft colour scheme.

    Cons

    • Needs a vase.
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  9. Jaipur 2nd Edition two-player card game

    Jaipur 2nd Edition two-player card game

    A fast two-player trading card game in which players compete to be the favourite trader of the Maharajah. A round takes about 30 minutes.

    Pros

    • Made for two players.
    • Quick to learn.

    Cons

    • Only works with two players.
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  10. The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth

    The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth

    A two-player strategy board game in which one player leads the Fellowship and the other leads Sauron. Games run about 30 minutes.

    Pros

    • Made for two players.
    • Based on the films.

    Cons

    • Only plays with two.
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  11. Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 instant camera, Clay White

    Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 instant camera, Clay White

    A simple instant camera that prints credit-card-sized photos. It has automatic exposure and a selfie mirror.

    Pros

    • Easy to use.
    • Prints photos instantly.

    Cons

    • Film costs more per shot than a phone photo.
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  12. UGREEN MagFlow 25W 3-in-1 Qi2 charging station

    UGREEN MagFlow 25W 3-in-1 Qi2 charging station

    A folding charging stand that charges an iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods from one plug. It packs flat for travel.

    Pros

    • Charges three devices.
    • Folds flat.

    Cons

    • Made for Apple devices.
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  13. Virgin Experience Days gift card, £100

    Virgin Experience Days gift card, £100

    A gift card for Virgin Experience Days that the recipient spends on activities, spa days and meals.

    Pros

    • Recipient chooses.
    • Posted as a physical card.

    Cons

    • Needs to be spent on the Virgin site.
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What to buy someone who loves their anniversary

The best gifts for anniversaries are things two people can use together. Photo gifts such as an instant camera or digital frame hold shared memories, and good glasses or a decanter suit an evening in. A board game gives a couple something to do on a quiet night. Think about what you both enjoy rather than what is traditional for the year.

How we picked these gifts for anniversaries

We picked each product for what anniversaries enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.

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