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Fourth Wedding Anniversary Gifts and Ideas

Gift Suggestions for the Traditional Fruit and Flowers Anniversary

© Susan Whelan

Nov 25, 2008
Revisit Wedding Bouquets for an Anniversary Gift, Susan Whelan
Traditional wedding anniversary gifts are often tricky to think of. Here are some suggestions for fun ways to celebrate a fourth anniversary.

Giving anniversary flowers is such an established custom, that it can seem a little unexceptional when trying to follow the traditional gift list for wedding anniversaries. There are however some quirky and non-traditional ways to incorporate the floral/fruit theme into an anniversary gift.

Fourth Anniversary Gifts for Men

Floral print clothing is a good option for a man. If he doesn’t mind standing out from the crowd, then a Hawaiian shirt may be just the thing. A keen beachgoer can always use some floral print board shorts. If he prefers to be less frivolous in his attire, then perhaps a tie with a small flower or fruit motif.

Fruit of the Loom boxers and briefs are an easy way to avoid the problem of giving flowers to men.

For the gadget-junkie, consider something from the Apple store. Whether a small token such as a cover for his iPod, or something more expensive, like a new Macbook, technology fans should be able to find the perfect gadget.

Fourth Anniversary Gifts for Women

If receiving flowers is something she loves, turn the floral anniversary into a special occasion by seeking out some blooms that have a special significance. The flowers she carried in her bridal bouquet for example or flowers from a honeymoon destination.

Flowers often feature in jewellery designs. Look for pretty daisy bracelets or simple gold and silver flower or fruit charms.

A beautiful cut-glass or crystal vase makes an elegant and useful keepsake. A written love note promising to keep it filled over the years is a thoughtful inclusion.

Romantic Flower Anniversary Gifts

Plant a fruit tree together and make a promise to watch it grow over the years.

Breakfast in bed is almost always greeted with delight by the recipient. A breakfast tray for two is a romantic way to start the day. Acknowledge the theme of the fourth year together by including some fresh fruit and add a single rose or other favourite flower as decoration.

Plan a romantic evening together and fill the bedroom with flowers. Don’t forget to scatter some petals over the bed!

Homemade or Inexpensive Flower Anniversary Gifts

Fill a flower pot with wrapped chocolates or candies for a sweet-toothed spouse. Any small token can be used in this way. A flower pot of small love notes would be romantic and thoughtful.

Pack a picnic basket with champagne and favourite delicacies and head off to a park for a romantic lunch among the flowers.

If finding the perfect flower or fruit gift still proves too difficult, the modern anniversary list marks the fourth anniversary as appliances.


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