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Oct 15, 2024

49 Unique 5-Year Anniversary Gifts of 2024

Mark your half decade with wood, daisies and sapphires.

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You're likely feeling pretty stable together once you've made it to your fifth year of marriage, and that's worth celebrating, if you ask us. Not sure of the best present to give at this point in your union? You can't go wrong with a pick that's made of wood. It's the traditional anniversary gift for this year, as it symbolizes strength, stability and your bond growing stronger over time.

It's very important to choose the right wedding anniversary gift when it comes to recognizing half a decade together. That's why our gift experts have gathered the best five-year anniversary gifts for your husband or loving wife.

If wood feels, well, boring, don't stress — on this list, you'll find plenty of unique wood products that still give a nod to tradition. We've also gathered a wide range of modern and creative items, from gifts featuring daisies and card games you can play together to affordable sapphire jewelry to give your spouse a little bit of luxury on a budget. And if you're looking to get a head start on next year, check out our roundup of the best sixth anniversary gifts.

You'll spend a lifetime getting to know each other, but there's always more to learn about your partner. This enjoyable game comes with 150 cards in five different categories to better understand your partner's love languages so you can continue to grow, together.

After five years together, date night might start to feel, well, stale. Eliminate that problem with this fun (and traditional) gift. It has sections like "food," "activity," and "afterward," that'll make date night much more exciting for years to come.

Step up your partner's grooming game with this beard brush that reviewers say is "good quality," "works great" and "stimulates the follicles." The natural wood handle will fit his hand perfectly and the boar bristles are great for styling and shaping.

This unique wood wall hanging is all about the symbolism for your fifth. It even counts down the days, hours and minutes you've been married and comes ready to hang.

Engage in some friendly competition with this wooden tic-tac-toe game that doubles as tabletop decor. Reviewed over 11,000 times (and counting) on Amazon, buyers describe it as a "quality piece" that'll instantly upgrade game night.

The perfect gift for the spouse who loves bird-watching, these hummingbird houses come in a set of three and are ready to hang. Place them outdoors for birds to nest or use them indoors as decor. It's a unique reminder of your fifth year together.

There's nothing sweeter than this wooden five-year anniversary card, with two puzzle pieces with just enough space to write the couple's names. The best part? The fun puzzle design will last much longer than the typical paper card.

These daisy cup holders won't just add a dose of personality to their car — it'll keep it clean, too. They're designed to work for hot or cold beverages, and one pleased reviewer shared: "Loved the appearance, thickness, color, fit and quality."

Make them say "ahhh" with this foot massager, which is designed to relieve foot pain and stimulate blood circulation through two different acupressure nubs and a curved shaped for maximum tension release. "The various roller sizes really help to alleviate my numbness. I am glad I bought this one, and I recommend it to my family members too," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

Are they obsessed with greenery? Then gift this terrarium so they can display a trio of their favorite air plants. It's made of glass, metal and wood, and the unique design is a fun twist on the traditional wood gift for five-year anniversaries.

Add a global-inspired flair to their space with this hand-carved jewelry box that's made of rosewood. It can be used to store earrings, watches, bracelets and more. Plus, it features a red velvet interior for an extra touch of elegance.

Fuel their creativity with this hexagon wooden puzzle, which also happens to work as living room decor. It includes 11 blocks that can be positioned into tons of different patterns, and it's made to last. Reviewers also say it's "a brain teaser," "very attractive" and "lightweight."

If your wife is the queen of boho chic, this wooden mirror is the best gift you could find. It's available in six different colors and has a 12-inch diameter, which will easily fit into any room. It's even shaped like the traditional flower — daisies!

While kitchen utensils might not seem like the most romantic gift, think again. Gift this teak wood set along with a delicious homemade meal to brighten their day. Bonus points if their love language is acts of service!

This walnut dish is the safe place they've needed to stash their wedding ring. "It’s simple but still practical and sentimental one," Amazon reviewer wrote.

Bring a dose of nostalgia into your house with an old-fashioned wooden music box. There are multiple designs to choose from, including one that features Carl and Ellie from Up. "The melody is very recognizable and the sound quality of the music box is great," shared one Amazon buyer.

Highly rated on Amazon, this personalized cutting board makes a thoughtful five-year anniversary gift for any home cook. It's a keepsake that'll last for years to come, and you can take your pick of solid walnut or maple.

Instead of carving your initials into a real tree, gift this personalized art to spruce up any drab wall. It's made in Dallas from Baltic birchwood and you can choose from three colors: navy, teal or white.

Buy her a bouquet of anniversary flowers, then arrange them in this modern wooden vase. Even without flowers, it will make a big impact on any table or mantel!

Toast your anniversary with hot beverages in these one-of-a-kind handcrafted wooden mugs. The unique shape makes them easy to use and it's lightweight enough for camping or hiking.

Christina Montoya Fiedler is a Los Angeles-based freelancer with over 15 years of experience writing for online publications. Her work can be seen in Good Housekeeping and Woman's Day, where she covers everything from gift guides to personal essays. She holds a B.A. in English from Chapman University and is working toward her Early Childhood Education teaching credentials.

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.

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