12th anniversary gift themes and ideas

Here are the themes linked with the 12th anniversary which you can use to find inspiration for suitable and meaningful gifts for your loved one(s).

Traditional 12th Anniversary Theme for Gifts: United States: Home Décor; United Kingdom: Linen or Silk

Home decorHome décor as a 12th wedding anniversary gift theme brings to mind the phrase “home is where the heart is”. Representing the way two committed individuals come together in a settled life, home décor gifts also remind the couple to continue to work on and improve their marriage.

Linen, with its significance of truth and purity, stems back to the Bible, when angels were said to wear linen garments.

After 12 years together, the couple have faced challenges and obstacles, and their union is reinforced. The strength, yet beautiful elegance of silk perfectly reflects this.

Modern 12th Anniversary Theme for Gifts: Pearls

In symbolising purity, honesty and wisdom, pearls are an ideal 12th anniversary gift.

Gemstone: Jade

Alternate Stone: Pearl, Tsavorite, Agate or Garnet

Colour: Oyster-White

Floral Theme: Peony or a **White Rose

The peony has several meanings including romance and joy in a relationship, together with wealth and luck. Its blossom is said to look like a coin, indicating prosperity.

**The white rose is a romantic alternative for this anniversary, in keeping with the colour theme, and the symbol of eternal love that a rose represents.

Traditional Anniversary Gift Suggestions

• Home décor items or renovations (ornaments, artwork, makeover a room such as bathroom, kitchen, bedroom)

• Silk or linen bedding or tableware (sheets, table cloth, napkins)

• Silk underwear (lingerie, boxer shorts)

Modern Anniversary Gift Suggestions

• Agate, garnet or tsavorite jewellery (alternate stones for this anniversary)

• Flower-based gifts related to this anniversary (peony), for example: plant, perfume, scented candles, bouquet of flowers, art print

• Jade jewellery

• Pearl jewellery (necklace, ring, earrings, bracelet)

Pearl-White Glazed Eternity Rose (signifying the oyster-white colour theme for this anniversary)


Below is a video-clip of our Pearl-White Glazed Eternity Rose


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