Extra Special 1st Wedding Anniversary Gift
Your first wedding anniversary is more than just a date - it's a once in a lifetime milestone! The paper anniversary marks 365 days of love, laughter, and growing together. So, how do you find the perfect 1st anniversary gift that says “I would marry you all over again”?
Don’t worry—we’ve done the hard work for you! Whether you’re going the romantic route, want something funny and cute, or are after a personalized keepsake, these gift ideas will wow your partner and make them fall in love with you all over again. Handily, most of them you can find right here at Peach and Pear Studios.
1. Personalized Love Letters – A Heartfelt Classic
Why it works: It’s timeless, romantic, and costs next to nothing, but the emotional impact? Priceless. Not to mention they’re made of paper - how fitting!
Peachy tip: Why not put the letters in a customised photo album for a keepsake they’ll treasure forever.
2. Custom Star Map – The Night You Said “I Do”
Click-worthy bonus: These look amazing on Instagram! Choose a design that marks the exact location and date of your wedding night. Cosmic, romantic, unforgettable. There are plenty of resources online that will show exactly what the stars looked like on the night you said your “I Dos”
3. A “What I Love About You” book
This is the gift that keeps on giving. Write down the quirks, memories, and inside jokes that only the two of you share. It’s adorable, funny, and tear-jerking all at once. Why not write them in our small wooden books for winning gift!
4. Custom Couple Portrait – Turn Your Love Into Art
Order a hand-drawn or digital illustration of the two of you. Choose a whimsical, minimalist, or ultra-romantic style to suit your vibe. It doubles as jaw-dropping home decor - especially in one of our engraved photo frames.
5. Surprise Staycation or Mini Getaway
Sometimes the best gifts aren’t things - they’re experiences. Book a dreamy Airbnb, a cozy cabin, or a luxury suite for the weekend. Why not surprise them with a travel scrapbook to fill out!
6. “Open When” Letters - A Gift That Lasts All Year
Write a series of letters to be opened during specific moments: “Open when you miss me”, “Open when you need to smile”, “Open on our next anniversary” etc.
This one's an emotional rollercoaster - in the best way.
7. Framed Vows, First Dance Lyrics or Speeches
Turn your wedding vows, favorite song, first dance lyrics or any memorable text into a stunning framed print. Every glance at it will bring back all the feels.
Final Thoughts
Your first anniversary is your chance to say: "This is only the beginning." Whether you go handmade, high-end, or totally out-of-the-box, the best 1st wedding anniversary gift is the one that makes your partner feel seen, loved, and celebrated. Don’t wait—start planning the perfect surprise now, and make this anniversary one for the books.