Second Anniversary Gifts
Two years of marriage means that you and your husband or wife are becoming at ease with one another, more comfortable and more intimate. Perhaps that is why cotton, a warm, cozy, and versatile fabric, was chosen to commemorate the second anniversary. It can take on infinite number of shapes and styles, and it can come with a wide range of price tags.
The modern version of the second anniversary is china. Its delicate elegance makes it luxurious and beautiful, but it also denotes strength, a feeling that can be compared to a well developed relationship. Whichever route you choose, remember that the gift should match your spouse's interests and desires as closely as you can muster.
Cotton Picks
Clothing: The key is the right color, size, and style. Lounge wear is easy because it's hard to go wrong with the style -- it's meant to be comfortable and to be worn in the home. T-shirts should be as personal as possible to make them less mundane. If the gift seems too boring for your tastes, or if you think that your husband or wife might find the gift thoughtless, add a special touch to it by wrapping the gift around something else, such as jewelry.
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Have it monogrammed with your spouse's initials for a personal touch. Nice quality robes will last a lifetime. |
Pajamas, boxers, camisoles, or sleepwear sets are good options for the homebody. |
This might be too basic, but stuff one of the toes with a piece of jewelry and make this gift sparkle. Do the same with a pair of cotton gloves. |
For the sophisticated gentleman, a set of monogrammed handkerchiefs might be the right gift. |
Make it vintage, specialty, or high-end. Just make sure that it reflects some thought about your spouse's interests. |
Home: These very practical gifts for the home can sometimes be misconstrued, especially since anniversary gifts should be personal and romantic when possible. However, if you can find a way to makes this gift more memorable, such as turning sheets into a luxurious weekend at a bed and breakfast, towels as a steamy shower session or a trip to a beach destination, or a hammock as an invitation to spending a weekend relaxing. Bags can blossom with a beautiful bouquet or even hide a special gift inside.
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Pick sheets with a high thread count or monogram them. Spend time cuddling in them or offer breakfast in bed coupons as an added bonus. |
Quality towels can suit both men and women. Opt for oversized beach towels and sneak in a trip to a warm getaway to spice up the gift. |
A two-person, cotton hammock is a great way to make yourselves a special nook for spending time. |
Cotton bags, either for travel or for use between home and work, a bag is a very practical gift. Choose wisely. Or make what's inside the real surprise. |
A good gift if you're starting a new home. It's also a decorating option if there's a baby on the way. |
More Cotton Ideas- An apron
 for the gourmet chef.
- Designer jeans for the fashion-conscious (or any other piece of fashionable cotton clothing).
- Pillows make a bed more comfy and a living room more stylish.
- Placemats, napkins, and tablecloths can spruce up any dining space.
China Picks
China is a tricky gift and much less forgiving than cotton. The reason being is that china, particularly in the case of dinnerware, usually has a pattern on it. If you and your spouse have very similar tastes or if you have already chosen china together (or most of the other household decorations), then this is a fine direction to take. If you want to personalize china dinnerware, tack on a romantic dinner for two with the new plates. China, also known as porcelain, can take on more than just kitchenware. It can range from living room to bedroom to playroom. It can even come in jewelry form.
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Dinnerware can range from everyday style to luxury. The most important thing to remember is what style suits your home best. If you are set on buying this as a gift because you know that your spouse wants china, but you are unsure about the pattern, set a date to go shopping together. |
Porcelain home goods can range from lamps, to figurines, to candlestick holders, trays, tea pots, mugs, collectible dolls, vases, sake sets, etc. As you can see, this area can stretch far and wide. Think about your spouse's interests; whether s/he collects, likes to decorate, host parties, etc. |
Making China More Personal - Get sets of mugs with pictures of you and your spouse's wedding day, your honeymoon, or your child.
- For someone who loves to play chess, consider a porcelain chess set.
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