The 24 Best 20th Anniversary Gifts to Show Your Love

After two decades of constant use, that tableware from your wedding registry could likely use an update. We love this china set from Wedgwood, which features classic basket-weave-inspired details that suit a variety of décor styles, ranging from traditional and transitional to farmhouse and coastal.

A spouse who frequently signs contracts, makes lists, or writes handwritten letters deserves a sophisticated pen. Montblanc’s writing utensils are unparalleled in quality, and this one in particular is coated in platinum, providing additional durability as well as a subtle reminder of your special anniversary. You can even have it engraved with their name or initials for an extra thoughtful touch.

Le Creuset’s enameled cast-iron cookware pieces are as useful as they are gorgeous, serving up beautiful meals while serving as home décor when not in use. Case in point, this gleaming emerald-hued Dutch oven (fitting into the 20th anniversary theme in both color and material!), which easily accommodates a whole chicken and plenty of roasted vegetables. It’s hardy, but if the enamel ever cracks or chips, the brand offers a lifetime guarantee.

This petite ceramic pot is an elegant addition to any tablescape. It also has a hidden meaning, thanks to the secret language of flowers—the hand-carved lily of the valley design represents love, luck, and happiness, the perfect message to share as you embark on the next 20 years of your life together.

This diminutive porcelain vase adds instant whimsy to a nightstand, work desk, or bathroom vanity with its crinkled paper bag design. Don’t forget to pop in some of your spouse’s favorite flowers before presenting it.

Woven with cushy Turkish cotton, this unisex robe parallels those found at high-end spas, so don’t be surprised if it becomes your spouse’s go-to attire for lazy weekends. Consider leaning into the spa theme further by pairing it with a gift certificate for a couple’s massage.

We love the rope-inspired design of this picture frame, the platinum plating of which gives it a sophisticated gleam. Gift it with your favorite photo of the two of you inside so it’s ready for display!

Set in platinum, these round-cut emerald stud earrings are truly timeless and can be worn with any outfit, from a little black dress to athleisure wear.

Even when life gets too busy to get away, you can recreate the beachy vibes of your tropical honeymoon with this frozen drink maker, which blends up everything from margaritas to blended coffees in as few as 15 minutes. If you enjoy hosting pool parties, get ready for your event calendar to fill up—it holds up to 88 ounces of your favorite slushy beverage, so everyone can get a sip.

Leisurely breakfasts spent poring over the paper and doing the crossword feel all the more refined with this MacKenzie-Childs kettle, featuring their signature check pattern in a soothing cream and emerald enamel.

If your spouse is happiest when they’re in front of a grill, this gift will make them want to marry you all over again. The Big Green Egg is an insulated ceramic grill that traps heat and moisture to infuse anything cooked inside with intense flavors, whether they’re smoking ribs or roasting veggies.

Though delicate, ceramic knives are favored by chefs for their lightweight feel, resistance to bacteria, and impressive sharpness. They also offer greater precision than stainless steel, especially when slicing delicate foods like fruits and vegetables.

A bouquet of roses only stays fresh for a few days, but this jumbo votive from Diptyque will last for months or even years, depending on how frequently you light it—it has a burn time of about 120 hours. The floral-fragranced wax is captured in a ceramic-coated terracotta vessel that suits both outdoor and indoor use, helping you set the mood for garden parties and cozy nights on the couch alike.

Packaged in the signature orange box, this porcelain piece from Hermès features an ornate yet subdued mosaic pattern in platinum grey. It works nicely as a catchall, jewelry dish, or valet tray.

A spouse with patisserie skills worthy of the Great British Baking Show will appreciate this set, which includes a half-sheet pan and two quarter-sheet aluminized steel pans finished in an emerald green nonstick coating that allows tasty confections—as well as any sticky residue left behind—to slip right off.

A single rose is a romantic gift in itself, but this one is as enduring as your love for your spouse, because it’s dipped in pure platinum. It looks real because it is: Artisans carefully preserve a live, blossoming rose at the peak of its freshness and keep its stem, leaves, and all of its petals fully intact as it’s coated with molten metal.

Prepare for this appliance to become the household favorite—those who have this multifunctional toaster oven cite it as indispensable due to its ability to do everything from roast whole chickens and air-fry hors d’oeuvres to bake cakes and dehydrate vegetables. (And, of course, it also toasts bread.) It’ll simultaneously upgrade any homemade meal-making while knocking out counter clutter from multiple appliances.

Anyone who loves hosting will get a lot of mileage out of this ceramic vessel. Instead of using a messy cooler, it offers a refined way to neatly stash ice and beverages for your next event.

Just the scent of this seductive perfume is romantic, capturing notes you’d associate with an intimate night out with your spouse—cocoa, rose, even silk—but the unique bottle makes it especially exceptional as a 20th anniversary gift, with a perfectly on-theme porcelain base inspired by antique Delft pottery.

This custom platter commemorates your love in hand-painted china. You can personalize it with special moments from your relationship, whether that’s the location you met, your first home together, or your first pet, as well as other details for a unique and showstopping gift.

Available in over 200 destinations as well as your choice of sterling silver or 14K gold, these passport charms are a playful and collectible way to memorialize the vacations that you and your spouse have taken over the years, from honeymoons and babymoons to quick weekend getaways.

This sleek suitcase from Calpak will get your spouse excited about your next adventure together. The carry-on piece features a front pocket with a padded laptop sleeve that keeps tech safe and easily accessible, as well as hard sides and 360-degree wheels for smooth travel.

Keep her diamond, gold, and platinum jewelry looking radiant for years with this deluxe cleaning set. Just pour a bottle of the nontoxic, plant-based concentrate—infused with a warm blend of vanilla, patchouli, and oud—into the marble-inspired vessel, top it off with water, and place her jewelry in the basket. After a few hours (or overnight), rinse and dry with the loop-free towel designed to prevent snags. Her diamond ring will shine just like it did the day she said “I do.”

Handcrafted from premium full-grain leather, this luxe tote transitions easily from an everyday essential to the ultimate carry-on for their next getaway. Timeless and durable, it’s a piece they’ll reach for again and again.

FAQ

• Definitely not! While choosing a china or platinum gift can help narrow your options when shopping for a present, you certainly don't have to follow these rules. What matters is finding a gift that your partner will adore. Look for something that represents your love and appreciation for the past two decades together.

• After 20 years of marriage, you have surely been on countless dates. So, planning a special anniversary celebration can be a challenge. It helps to think about the things you love to do together as a couple and the things you might not always have time for otherwise. If you're both often busy with work, treat yourselves to a spa day for your anniversary and get a couple's massage. Love music? Get tickets to a local concert on your anniversary night to dance and let loose.

  Also, consider the many milestones you've reached together. For instance, a thoughtful date night idea would be to reminisce on the past—take your partner to the spot where you had your first date or to the location where you got down on one knee.