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18th Wedding Anniversary

18th wedding anniversary

Traditional, Modern and Symbolic Anniversary Gifts

Below is a list of both traditional and modern gift materials, as well as classic flower and gemstone symbols, which mark a couple’s 18th wedding anniversary in countries around the world…

Traditional Gift – UKUnited KingdomNo Traditional Gift
Traditional Gift – USUnited StatesNo Traditional Gift
Traditional Gift – SpainSpainQuartz
Traditional Gift – GermanyGermanyTurquoise
Traditional Gift – RussiaRussiaTurquoise
Traditional Gift – FranceFranceTurquoise
Traditional Gift – ItalyItalyQuartz
Flower GiftFlowerDeep Red Flowers
Gemstone GiftGemstoneGarnet
Modern GiftModern giftPorcelain

About 18th Wedding Anniversaries

Eighteen… the age when grown-up children frequently leave home to study and many parents are once again on their own. Perhaps this is the case as you celebrate your 18th wedding anniversary?

If your son or daughter is about to depart the family nest, this could be a significant moment in your relationship and married life – a period when you are likely to have more time for each other and your shared interests.

How to Celebrate an 18th Wedding Anniversary

Eighteen is also the year when love metaphorically comes of age, so what are you going to do with your partner to celebrate your 18th wedding anniversary?

In Chinese tradition, 18 is an extremely lucky number, traditionally meaning that you are going to prosper. If you do now have more time on your hands, how about revisiting an old business idea that you put on hold while raising a family?

Even if it doesn’t immediately lead to prosperity, the chance to combine your skills on a new enterprise will still provide many enriching moments.

Garnet and porcelain are both associated with this anniversary. Garnet is a stone symbolising romance, love and passion, and it is used in metaphysics to enhance sensuality, sexuality and intimacy in a balanced way. It is also considered a stone that represents blossoming truth, commitment, hope and faith.

For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul.” Quoted by: Judy Garland

18th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him, Her… and the Couple

Bring together these two symbols for the perfect 18th wedding anniversary gift: garnet jewellery in a porcelain box. Alternatively, as garnet is a deep red colour, you could treat your loved one to a porcelain vase full of beautiful red roses.

Buy her or them this beautiful sweet summertime bouquet for this anniversary gift.
The Sweet Summer Bouquet for this anniversary flower gift.
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A fine dining set – destined one day to be cherished as a family heirloom – would also make a wonderfully appropriate gift.

If you want to be especially creative on your anniversary, maintaining the porcelain theme, you could both sign up for a ceramic making or ceramic decorating class. Then create your own special keepsakes: an ornament, vase, mug or platter.

18th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him

What can I buy my husband for our 18th wedding anniversary?

When buying a gift for your husband on your 18th anniversary, how about taking the opportunity of expressing the freedom of being 18 again. Recall what interests he had when he was younger, especially if they were activities you shared with him.

Buy him the Luckies Eric The Memo Elephant for this anniversary gift
Luckies Memo Elephant
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Buy him this Thomas Sabo Arizona Tree of Love Signet Ring for his anniversary gift
Thomas Sabo Silver Tree of Life Ring
Buy now acotisdiamonds.co.uk
Buy him this build your own V8 engine kit.
Build Your Own V8 Engine Kit
Buy now urbangifts.com
Buy him the working from home t-shirt for this anniversary gift
Working From Home T-Shirt
Buy now zazzle.co.uk

Buy him a gift from our great suggestions here, or check out our other anniversary pages for more gift ideas.

Buy him the Stormtrooper Powerbank
The Stormtrooper Powerbank
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Buy him the Personalised Golf Red Wine Gift Set
Personalised Golf Red Wine Gift Set
Buy now thepersonalisedgiftshop.co.uk
Buy him the British Cider Collection for this anniversary gift
British Cider Collection
Buy now funkyhampers.com
Buy him this Parker Black and White Dice Box for his anniversary gift
Parker Black and White Dice Box
Buy now artisanti.com

18th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her

What should I buy my wife on our 18th wedding anniversary?

Buy her this gold and drop garnet pendant for this anniversary gift
9ct Gold & Garnet Pendant
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Buy her this Marina Iridescent Blue Glass Vase for this anniversary gift
Marina Iridescent Blue Glass Vase
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Buy her this stylish Dylan Cross Body Basket
Dylan Crossbody Basket
Buy now bohemiadesign.co.uk
Buy her this Grapefruit & Petitgrain Candle for this anniversary gift
Grapefruit & Petitgrain Candle
Buy now belleek.com

Here we have some fantastic gift suggestions for your partner’s anniversary present. However, if you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, check out our other anniversary pages, where we have hundreds of additional gift suggestions.

Buy her the Champagne & Prosecco Luxury Chocolate Hamper
Champagne & Prosecco Chocolate Hamper
Buy now lovecocoa.com
Buy her a candle making kit for this anniversary gift
Candle Making Kit
Buy now prezzybox.com
Buy her this personalised name apron for kitchen or craftwork
Personalised Name Apron
Buy now zazzle.co.uk
Buy her this Kit Heath Blossom Eden Mature Wrapped Leaf Cuff
Blossom Eden Mature Wrapped Leaf Cuff
Buy now acotisdiamonds.co.uk

18th Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him, Her… and Parents

Buy them these stemless his and hers wine glasses
Stemless His & Hers Wine Glasses
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Buy them the Green & Black´s Chocolate Lovers Hamper for their anniversary gift
Green & Black’s Chocolate Lovers Hamper
Buy now greenandblacks.co.uk
Buy them this Pistachio shaped snack bowl for their anniversary gift
Pistachio Shaped Snack Bowl
Buy now urbangifts.com
Buy them this Aramis Etched Leaf Blue Glass Hurricane Lamp
Aramis Etched Leaf Glass Hurricane Lamp
Buy now artisanti.com
Buy them or your partner an experience day to remember for this anniversary gift.
Experience days for all… they make a great anniversary gift. Buy now thegiftexperience.co.uk

Travel & Experience Gifts

  • Location visit
  • Travel gift vouchers
  • Special 18th wedding anniversary location and meal
  • Country pursuits (clay pigeon shooting, fishing…)
  • Helicopter pleasure flight (12 miles – also for families up to five)
  • Luxury spa day for two

 Jewellery

The traditional 18th wedding gemstone is garnet.

  • Earrings
  • Pendants
  • Rings
  • Necklace
  • Tie Pin
  • Cufflinks

Something Different & Unique

  • Enjoy a brewery tour and beer tasting.
  • Take pottery lessons together and create your own timeless pieces.
  • Arrange a surprise weekend away, somewhere that brings back pleasant memories of your late teens.
  • No problem being served in a pub anymore, so why not celebrate in style at the local bistro bar with family and friends.

Turning 18 was a milestone on so many different, and happy, levels – and the same is the case for your 18th wedding anniversary.

Make the most of your still well-preserved youthful energy, enjoy the day with a renewed spring in your step, and feel like you’re 18 all over again.

Next Anniversaries

19th wedding anniversary
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Comments

  1. Dasa says

    27/08/2016 at 10:38 am

    Happy wedding anniversary Dasa and Nepal 18 years!!!

    Reply
  2. Leslie says

    06/10/2020 at 6:42 pm

    Happy 18th Wedding Anniversary Joseph.
    Your loving wife, Leslie. Children; Kirby, Tiramisu and Valentino.

    10/11/2002 18 years

    Reply

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