A quarter of a century down, a lifetime to go! Being married for 25 years is quite the accomplishment and it's worth celebrating your enduring love.
Searching for the perfect present for your spouse? We've done all the research for you and have broken down the theme for 25th anniversary gifts and found plenty of gift options.
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What is the 25th anniversary theme?
Your love is timeless at this point, so it makes sense that the gift theme is also pretty classic.
"Silver — both the metal and the color — is the traditional 25th wedding anniversary gift," says Samantha Iacia, editor at The Knot. "As a precious metal, silver is lightweight and pliable yet still durable, mirroring the outlook that’s required of both partners to sustain a successful marriage for more than two decades."
Silver can be polished when it tarnishes, which is also quite symbolic of a relationship and represents "the enduring beauty of a marriage through decades of life’s ups and downs," Iacia adds.
She says the color silver "represents the wealth and prosperity of love you’ve shared throughout 25 years of marriage."
Other gifts associated with 25 years of marriage
In addition to silver, 25th wedding anniversaries are also associated with iris flowers, which Iacia calls a "symbol of admiration and strength."
"A bouquet of irises makes a lovely alternative gift instead of traditional silver, or you can combine both ideas by gifting fresh irises in a silver vase," the expert explains. "The blueish-purple color of iris flowers is symbolic, too, representing the loyalty and stability of a 25-year marriage."
25th anniversary silver gifts
Diamond Heart-Shaped Silver Mirror
This isn’t your average mirror. This heart-shaped statement piece is decorated with shimmering crystals that will catch the light and make you recall this special anniversary every time you walk by it. It also comes in larger sizes if you want to make an even bigger statement.
Etsy Silver Steel Metal Rose
Roses are always a go-to gift option, but this silver rose is in a league of its own. To add a personal touch, you can get it engraved with your spouse's first name or your last name.
Bath & Body Works Silver Swirling Glitter Pedestal
If you both love lighting candles to create a romantic ambiance, this candle holder can help take things up a notch. The pedestal features eye-catching glitter swirls and it even lights up!
25th anniversary gifts for her
Hallmark Better Together Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Magnetic Plush
Just like grilled cheese and tomato soup, you and your partner are better together. This darling set of plushies sticks together with the help of magnets and would look adorable on a mantel, a desktop or anywhere in between.
Loft Shimmer Ruffle Wrap Dress
Want to really impress your favorite lady? Plan a romantic date night and buy a stunning dress she can wear for your night out on the town. This navy dress is universally flattering with its wrap design, plunging neckline and slight shimmer detail. The ruffled hemline is also gorgeous.
Clark’s Botanicals Travel Essentials Set
Whether she loves trying new products or is an avid traveler (or both), she’ll be excited about this trio of mini skin care goodies. It comes with a moisturizer, face oil and lip balm.
Bearpaw Tabitha Slippers
After a long, hard day, all you want to do is slip into something cozy. That's why your love will appreciate these comfy slippers that feature a soft wool lining and a stain-repellant suede exterior, according to the brand. They come in six colors ranging from neutrals to bold hues.
Shark SmoothStyle Heated Comb + Blow Dryer Brush
Getting ready just got a lot easier. Your go-to gal will save loads of time with this heated blowdry brush that will replace her traditional blow dryer and comb combo. It has a wet-to-dry mode and boasts the ability to straighten hair without causing heat damage. What more could she ask for?
25th anniversary gifts for him
Harry's Shave Travel Kit
Perfect for the guy who's always planning his next getaway, this travel shave kit comes with all the essentials he needs to stay fresh while he's on the road. It comes with a shave gel, a razor with a travel cover and a bag to store it all (and the rest of his toiletries) in.
Columbia Men’s Steens Mountain 2.0 Full Zip Fleece Jacket
Perfect for the chilly days ahead, this casual jacket is made with a warm, soft fleece. It features zippered pockets and an adjustable hem with an interior drawcord. It comes in over a dozen different colors and is offered in regular, big and tall sizes.
Sorel Men's Mac Hill Lite Hiker Low Waterproof Lace-Up Sneakers
Guys can be hard to shop for sometimes but everyone can use a new pair of shoes, making these sneakers a practical and useful gift option. Inspired by hiking boots, the kicks feature a waterproof membrane, a removable footbed and a solid sole. They're also available in three colors — the all black pictured above and two shades of brown — so you're sure to find one that your hubby will adore.
25th anniversary jewelry gifts
Ann Taylor Modern Classic Brilliant Studs
Available in both silver and gold varieties, these sparkly studs offer a gorgeous take on a classic style. They're the perfect everyday stud to provide any outfit with a little something to take it to the next level.
Personalization Mall Loving Message Personalized Heart Bracelet
Sometimes personalized jewelry is the most meaningful accessory of all. This charming heart bracelet can be customized with up to six names, dates or words that are special to you and your partner. How romantic!
Helzberg Diamonds Curb Link Bracelet
You'll be good as gold in your beloved's eyes when they open up their anniversary gift to find this gold curb link bracelet. The thick gauge lends plenty of visual appeal without being over the top.
Pandora Sparkling Infinity Heart Collier Necklace
We heart heart-shaped jewelry and have a feeling your sweetheart probably does, too. This delicate necklace features a 14-karat gold infinity heart with a multitude of cubic zirconia stones surrounding it. It'll serve as a beautiful symbol of your unbreakable bond.
Fossil Everett Three-Hand Date Stainless Steel Watch
Your main man will be looking super sharp when he dons this classy watch. The silver-tone stainless steel design is sleek and the blue dial offers a modern pop of color.
Personalized 25th anniversary gifts
Etsy Personalized Garden Stone
Available in three sizes, this garden stone can be customized with your names, initials and anniversary date. Whether you actually like to garden or just lounge around the backyard, it’ll make you smile each time you lay eyes on it.
Personalization Mall Wedding Day Engraved Silver Pocket Watch
There’s something so timeless about a pocket watch (no pun intended). This one is especially unique because it can be customized with one of three available messages or your own phrase and date.
Etsy Customized Scrabble Family Name Box Frame
Looking for something truly out of the box? This custom Scrabble board can be personalized with your names and wedding date. You can also choose from an array of decorations and decide whether or not you'd like to include battery operated LED lights.
Shutterfly Grid Heart Cutoff Fleece Photo Blanket
Ready to snuggle up with your better half? This comfy blanket can be personalized with four of your favorite photos and comes in fleece, plush fleece and sherpa styles. You can also choose from three different styles based on how cozy you like to get!
25th anniversary food gifts
Dylan's Candy Bar Chocolate Lovers Tackle Box
Calling all chocolate lovers! This gift set is filled with a wide variety of chocolate treats that you can enjoy together including nonpareils, cookies and cream caramels, dark chocolate sea salt caramel and much more.
Walker’s Cozy Comforts Gift Basket
Cuddling up on the couch with some crunchy cookies and a good movie sounds like a fabulous date night to us. This gift basket comes with several sweet treats — including shortbread fingers, triangles, and highlanders — and several varieties of tea.
Goldbelly Gift Card
Cooking together is fun, but sometimes you just want someone else to do all the prep work. That’s where Goldbelly comes in handy. The site offers nationwide shipping and lets you select delicious dishes (both savory and sweet) from hundreds of chefs, restaurants and food makers.
Harry & David Gourmet Cheese Gift with Wine
Toast to 25 years of wedded bliss with this gift basket that comes with four types of cheese, mixed nuts, a dried fruit mix and a bottle of pinot noir — all housed in a reusable wood crate. You can even upgrade to the deluxe box for $20 more.
Grandma's Chicken Soup Monthly Gift Club
Leave the cooking to someone else and treat yourselves to this three-month subscription that lets you pick a different soup each month. You'll also get a different treat in each delivery like Challah bread, iced lemon pound cake or a soup mug, along with one of the brand's edible top sellers.
25th anniversary gifts you both can enjoy
Hallmark Our Anniversary 2024 Metal Ornament
Even after all these years, you can still consider yourselves lovebirds. This sweet heart-shaped ornament has a mini gold heart charm and two bird charms. It also comes with several charms that you can attach for milestone anniversaries, including 25 and 50 years.
Hallmark "25 Years of Us" Silver Anniversary Picture Frame
Sentimental gifts like this picture frame are always ideal for an anniversary. On the ivory-colored border, it's engraved with the phrase "25 Years of Us" and it also features silver accents, making it an on-theme gift option.
Teleflora's Floral Spring Iris Bouquet
Irises are the signature 25th anniversary flower and they look even better in a larger bouquet. This one comes with purple hydrangeas, yellow roses, yellow tulips, white asiatic lilies, blue iris, lavender freesia and lavender matsumoto asters.
Sleep Number Responsefit Pillow
Everyone has different sleeping habits and sometimes the pillow that works best for you doesn't suit your partner. Luckily, this memory foam pillow comes in three shapes — classic, curved and ultimate — so you can find the styles that works best for both of you. Notable features include nanotechnology that prevents you from heating up and a hypoallergenic, antibacterial material, according to the brand.
Cuisinart Mix it in Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker
Did someone say ice cream date night?! This soft serve ice cream maker from Cuisinart is like a childhood dream come true and whips up ice cream in as little as 30 minutes. You can also make frozen yogurt, sorbets and frosty drinks. The best part? There are built-in compartments for toppings and a warming station for hot fudge!
25th anniversary splurge gifts
Xtrema 12-Piece Versa Set
Cooking together is always a fun way to bond but after 25 years of use, your cookware could probably use an upgrade. Consider splurging on this ceramic set that comes with 12 items, including three sizes of stock pots and lids, a pan (and its accompanying lid) and a four-piece pot holder set.
iRobot Roomba Combo J9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum
Give yourselves the gift of time with this robotic vacuum and mop that takes the hassle out of cleaning. Key features include an edge-sweeping brush, dual rubber brushes, strong suction and SmartScrub. Best of all? It's self-emptying.
BowFlex Max Trainer SE
Keeping each other motivated to stay active for your health is even more important as you get older. With this at-home trainer, you can do high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts. Key features include a color LCD display, 16 resistance levels, a media shelf, USB charging and free access to JRNY workouts.
Meet the expert
- Samantha Iacia is an editor at The Knot, a wedding planning site and vendor marketplace. She has previously spoken to Shop TODAY about other wedding milestones like five-, 10- and 15-year anniversaries.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect present for other milestone anniversaries including one year, five years, 10 years, 15 years and 20 years.
