Basic Ideas for a Diamond Anniversary
Yes, the 60th wedding anniversary is considered the diamond anniversary, but this does not mean that you have to give diamonds as a gift. Be creative and let the theme of diamonds be your guide. A couple celebrating a diamond anniversary is reaching a place in their relationship that not many couples will have the experience of celebrating. This is truly a special event that should be honored.
Being creative with the diamond theme is one great way to start off the event. Diamonds are more than just gemstones, they are also shapes. Work all sorts of diamond shapes into any of the party or gift ideas that you may have. Using the diamond shape in decorations, or invitations is a clever way to include the diamond theme without the gemstone.
Use rhinestones as decorative pieces or silver and white streamers to help decorate any event space. Let your creativity be your guide in decorating for a 60th anniversary party. There are a lot of fun and unique ways to set up a party space. See if you can get a disco ball to add a sparkly diamond feeling to the walls and room space.
Using the date of their marriage ceremony is another fun way to celebrate the 60th anniversary. If the couple was married in the 1950′s have a sock hop themed party. Use music that was part of the couples beginning. Try and recreate the feeling of the time when they first met. It will be fun for the guests as well as the married couple. Encourage guests to come dressed as they would have in that year. Hire entertainment that the couple enjoyed when they first started dating. Make it fun and unique to their marriage story.
If you are looking for a more traditional gift, then you won’t go wrong with diamonds. There are all sorts of diamond jewelry. From earrings, to bracelets, to brooches, you will find a lovely piece of jewelry sure to make any woman happy. For men there are fewer diamond options, but a watch studded with diamonds is always a classic choice. Diamond cufflinks are also sure to please any gentlemen celebrating his diamond anniversary. Traditionally the married couple is the ones to give each other the gift of diamonds, not other people celebrating their anniversary.
There are many non-traditional gift items as well. Write out a toast to the happy couple and frame it for them. Use a frame that is studded with diamonds, for that extra traditional touch. A music box that plays a significant song will go a long way in showing you care. The biggest key is to think of the recipient. Get gifts for the person celebrating the anniversary and not just the anniversary itself.
There are many ways to make a 60th wedding anniversary special. By creating a gift designed specifically for the happy couple, you will show them how much you care. Often a gift will be enjoyed by the extended family as well. So keep in mind that the best gift is one that will be enjoyed for years to come.
