The 40th anniversary is a special occasion for the husband and wife. And when it comes to giving gifts, the options can be overwhelming. Do you go with the traditional gift of a watch? How about jewelry? The nice thing about gifts like these is that they can be tailored to fit any personality or interest of the couple.
The traditional 40th wedding anniversary celebration ideas are great, but really think out of the box this 40th anniversary celebration! If you're looking for some really unique 40th anniversary gift for husband, consider a trip to Ruby Springs! Plan a fabulous ruby-themed bash for him! Everything from adventure to relaxation and everything in between will make this a perfect day for the two of you.
Want to add some color to your 40th wedding anniversary celebration? A beautiful bouquet of wildflowers tied with a raffia bow makes a fantastic gift for a husband. Or how about an elegantly designed gift basket filled with gourmet edibles? You could fill the basket with some delicious gourmet chocolates and gourmet tea, along with a selection of jams, jellies, or other sweets. Not just an edible basket; also think about an attractive gift basket filled with wine and champagne, stuffed with a variety of wine accessories, and even some really nice wine gift baskets! (Just make sure the wine doesn't show up too much if you're giving it to the guy that wears a lot of pants!
One idea that will certainly bring a smile to your husband's face is a small-scale project for decorating the place. You can purchase or design a rug for the den, coffee table, entryway, etc. and get it customized with a name or initials or both. Or go the extra mile and design a personalized place mat. This would be a real surprise to him. Other 40th anniversary gift ideas for husband might include personalized bar tools (such as bartenders' gloves, shot glasses, and spatulas), wine stoppers, and cigar cutters.
Another option for giving a stunning gift that will stay in his heart forever is a diamond anniversary gift certificate. Choose a classy, elegant piece of jewelry such as a diamond watch or diamond engagement ring, and make it personalized with the recipient's name. Rubies are a wonderful stone to choose for this purpose because of the symbolic meaning of the ruby, which is associated with love, romance and passion. For the wedding, a bride could choose a ruby ring or a ruby gemstone setting, while the groom could get a personalized silver plated watch or cufflink.
If the wedding is not far away, you could consider giving the groom a pair of ruby red cowboy boots. Or perhaps the perfect gift would be a pair of antique pink cowboy boots. A pair of personalized “C” style jeans is also a nice idea, especially if the groom has always wanted a pair. With these fabulous ideas in mind, it is easy to see how a simple 40th wedding anniversary gift can be turned into a memorable occasion. The gift will surely be appreciated by the couple.