The Best 4-Year Anniversary Gifts for the One You Love

Celebrate four years of marriage with gifts of fruit, flowers and more.
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Alison Meehan
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Updated May 23, 2024
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A marriage that's lasted four wonderful years deserves to be commemorated with a special four-year anniversary gift. Whether you want to splurge on your spouse or treat them to something simple yet meaningful, we'll help you find the perfect gift for the occasion. From sentimental trinkets that'll give them all the feels to practical items they can use daily, our round-up includes fourth wedding anniversary gifts for different personalities, tastes and budgets.

We'll also explain what the traditional and modern themes for the fourth anniversary are so you can impress your partner with the meaning behind the gift you've chosen. And if you're looking for something a little bit different, we've added our top alternative gifting options for this milestone too.

In this article:

Traditional Four-Year Anniversary Gifts

What is the four-year anniversary gift? When it comes to traditional anniversary gifts by year, there are actually two for the fourth wedding anniversary: fruit and flowers. These nature-inspired symbols represent a loving relationship that continues to flourish and bloom with every passing year. The geranium flower, in particular, is associated with this marriage milestone and is said to symbolize happiness and commitment. Ready to shop for traditional fourth-anniversary gifts for him, her or them? Check out our favorite fruit and floral gifts, including show-stopping bouquets, fresh produce and more.

Fresh Flower Subscription

Beautiful and colorful bouquet of flowers
Photo: BloomsyBox

One bouquet is great, but why not take it a step further than that? (It is the flower anniversary, after all!) BloomsyBox's subscription service will deliver gorgeous blooms to your partner every week or month, depending on the plan you choose. Anyone who loves displaying fresh flowers in their home will adore this romantic gift idea, and it's an easy way to remind them you care all year long.

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Handmade Fruit Bowl

Green stone fruit bowl with personalization unique four-year anniversary gift
Photo: Uncommon Goods

When it comes to choosing a fourth-anniversary gift for your spouse, don't be afraid to get creative with the traditional fruit theme. If you want to give them something that's made to last, this personalized fruit bowl is a truly thoughtful present. The handmade stoneware is carved with an intricate flower pattern, along with your names and wedding date, for a gift that's both practical and sentimental.

Heart-Shaped Bamboo Plant

Cute heart-shape bamboo plant
Photo: Plants.com

Stretch the traditional four-year anniversary theme just a little and swap flowers for a cool plant like this heart-shaped bamboo. It comes in a glass planter filled with pebbles, and the stalks are twisted into the shape of two hearts for a super cute touch. Plus, bamboo is said to bring good luck to its surroundings, so you can look forward to soaking up all those positive vibes.

Pretty Flower Necklace

Gold necklace with three flower engraved pendants
Photo: Made by Mary

There are lots of ways to interpret the traditional fourth wedding anniversary gift of fruit and flowers. If you want to give your spouse something more permanent than fresh blooms, why not treat them to some floral-inspired jewelry instead? This beautiful gold necklace is available in 12 different designs—one flower for every month of the year. You can stack up to three gold discs to represent different months, like your birthdays or the month you got married.

Fresh Fruit Subscription

Seasonal fruit delivery service four-year anniversary gift idea
Photo: The Fruit Company

Level up your healthy eating regime with a monthly delivery of fresh fruit. From Malibu Navel oranges in January to dark sweet cherries in July, you and your spouse can receive delicious seasonal fruit all year round. Plus, the produce changes regularly, so you won't get bored or feel stuck with your choices. Simply pick the weight and subscription duration and The Fruit Company will take care of the rest.

Gold-Dipped Forever Rose

Golden rose anniversary gift
Photo: The Forever Rose

Here's an incredibly romantic take on the traditional fourth-anniversary theme: a rose that lasts forever. The ultimate symbol of a love that never dies, the Forever Rose is a real flower picked at full bloom and dipped in 24K gold to preserve its unique form. Have the stem engraved with your spouse's name or a sweet anniversary quote for a thoughtful (and on-theme) gift that may bring on a few happy tears.

Tasty Fruit Jams

Delicious jam from Uncommon Goods
Photo: Uncommon Goods

If your partner is a fan of fruity condiments (or loves adding something sweet to a charcuterie board), these tasty jams are an excellent fourth-anniversary gift idea. Choose from twelve delicious homemade flavors—from raspberry and peach to tomato and habanero—to create a customized three-piece gift set that will tantalize their tastebuds. They'll add some zing to every meal, making them the perfect fruit anniversary gift you can savor together.

Fresh Fruit Bouquet

Fresh fruit bouquet and chocolate
Photo: 1-800 Flowers

How about a fruit and flowers anniversary gift that combines both of the traditional four-year symbols? This delicious selection of fresh fruit is artfully arranged to look like a bouquet of pretty flowers. It includes juicy pineapples shaped into daisies and tulips, strawberries and grapes that look like buds and chocolate-dipped apple wedges for the leaves. We can't think of a better four-year anniversary gift for a spouse who loves honoring traditions.

Anniversary Material Art

4th Anniversary Material Art from Uncommon Goods
Photo: Uncommon Goods

If your other half appreciates the sentiment behind each wedding anniversary symbol, they'll love this framed keepsake. It features a simple floral heart surrounded by a twisted piece of thread and a short message explaining the meaning of the four-year anniversary gift tradition. You can add your names and wedding date to make this unique artwork your own.

Watercolor Geranium Print

Beautiful plant painting on a wall
Photo: ArtPrintify

You don't have to splash out to find a four-year wedding anniversary present your spouse will love. This beautiful watercolor print is a super meaningful and affordable present that will brighten their day. The watercolor sketch features vibrant geraniums (the fourth anniversary's official bloom) and comes in various sizes to suit your living space. Note: The finished piece is unframed, so you may need to set aside time to find a suitable frame for it.

Modern Four-Year Anniversary Gifts

While the modern fourth-anniversary theme of electrical appliances might not seem romantic, it can be just as sweet as a bouquet. Practical presents show how settled a couple is after four years of marriage and how well they complement each other in life. When you really think about it, giving your spouse a shiny new appliance is a thoughtful gesture that shows you value their interests as well as the happy home you've built together. Whether they're a coffee enthusiast, beauty buff or just mad about gadgets, these useful four-year anniversary gifts are sure to impress.

Smart Indoor Garden

Click & Grow gray smart garden on kitchen table four-year anniversary gift appliance
Photo: Click & Grow

Searching for a unique addition to your kitchen countertop? Click & Grow's smart garden is one of the best modern fourth-anniversary gifts for your wife or husband. This clever device makes growing herbs and veggies shockingly easy, thanks to a handy automatic watering and lighting system. The kit comes with nine complimentary plant capsules (basil, tomato and lettuce), but you can also choose from over 75 pre-seeded plant pods to help them get started.

Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven

A delicious pizza oven from Ooni
Photo: Ooni

Bring pizza night back by splashing out on a state-of-the-art oven for your fourth wedding anniversary. This one from Ooni can be fueled by wood, charcoal or gas and is great for cooking outdoors on the patio or deck. Once hot, you can make a delicious pizza in as little as 60 seconds. (Yes, it really is that quick!) It's a fun and practical gift that'll have you planning Friday night pizza dates for months to come.

Mini Makeup Fridge

Mini makeup fridge with LED light and mirror
Photo: Amazon

On the hunt for an appliance for your beauty-loving spouse? This mini makeup fridge is a modern four-year anniversary gift they'll be thrilled to unwrap. It's perfect for storing all their beauty products in one convenient place and can help prolong the shelf life of their favorite makeup and skincare (so they can enjoy every last drop of their fancy night cream.) It also has a mirrored door with a bright LED light for when they're doing their makeup or cleansing their face.

Smart Coffee Mug

Smart coffee mug warmer
Photo: Uncommon Goods

If your partner likes testing new gadgets and treasures their morning brew, they'll love this smart coffee mug. It comes with a charging coaster that keeps the contents at their preferred temperature for up to six hours—but that's not even the best bit. The coaster also doubles up as a wireless charger for their phone, earbuds, smartwatch or other devices. Clever, right?

Stylish Air Fryer

Stylish air fryer with food
Photo: Walmart

Air fryers have soared in popularity recently, but if you and your spouse have yet to invest in one, the fourth wedding anniversary is the perfect time to treat yourselves. This practical appliance makes cooking tasty meals quick and easy, saving you time and energy when you're busy. Choose from a variety of stylish hues, including lavender, taupe and cornflower blue, to suit your kitchen color scheme.

Versatile Stand Mixer

Kitchenaid food mixer for baking
Photo: The Knot Registry Store

Married to someone who loves home baking? This versatile stand mixer is a modern four-year anniversary gift that will make their eyes light up. Available in neutral and bright colors, it comes with a stainless steel mixing bowl, dough hook, whisk, mixing paddle and a splash guard—basically everything they need to make bread dough, whip up cakes and so much more. Trust us, it's definitely worth the splurge.

Plant-Based Milk Maker

Plant based milk maker
Photo: Uncommon Goods

Whether your partner is vegan, lactose-intolerant or just likes trying new things, they'll appreciate this plant-based milk maker. This handy little gadget blends ingredients like nuts and oats into fresh, creamy beverages they can add to their breakfast cereal or morning brew. It even comes with a strainer to make smooth drinks that are free from grainy residue. Almond latte, anyone?

App-Controlled Coffee Machine

Amazon's Coffee Machine controlled by an app on your phone
Photo: Amazon

If your spouse loves a fresh brew every morning but finds it hard to get up to make it, this smart coffee machine has the answer. It pairs with the Alexa app and smart speaker, so all they have to do is set their routine and the coffee maker will kick into action at their preferred time. A thoughtful and on-theme four-year anniversary gift that makes busy mornings run smoother? Sign us up!

Non-Stick Quesadilla Maker

Red non-stick quesadilla maker
Photo: The Knot Registry Store

Shopping for modern four-year anniversary gifts on a small budget? Despite what you may think, it is possible to get a cool new appliance without breaking the bank. This non-stick quesadilla maker costs less than 30 dollars and is the perfect gift for someone who loves to snack. It heats up in minutes and makes delicious quesadillas in no time at all—perfect for when those late-night cravings strike or midweek meals when you're short on time.

Home Air Purifier

Home Air Purifier for anniversary gift
Photo: Amazon

Your wedding was four whole years ago, so it's understandable if some of your registry gifts need an upgrade. While trendy pots and pans can make a home feel fresh, there is another way to breathe new life into your space—like improving the quality of the air inside. This air purifier is perfect for larger rooms and helps to filter indoor pollutants like pet dander and dust for a healthier environment. It even has a specific sleep mode, so it won't disturb you while you're in bed.

Unique Four-Year Anniversary Gifts

If the traditional and modern gift ideas don't appeal to you, there are a few other fourth wedding anniversary symbols to turn to for inspiration. The milestone's traditional stone is blue topaz, a striking gem representing love and loyalty that's perfect for elegant jewelry gifts. For the four-year anniversary colors, blue and green are the designated hues for this particular year of marriage. From bold tints to muted shades, these classic colors are surprisingly easy to work with. Alternatively, you can pick a gift that doesn't fit any theme at all and is based solely on your spouse's interests instead. Explore these unique fourth-anniversary gift ideas below to help you get started.

Electronic Love Note

Electronic love note by Uncommon Goods, 4th anniversary gifts
Photo: Uncommon Goods

Want some top-tier relationship advice? Never stop looking for new ways to say, "I love you." This electronic messenger box is one of our favorite fourth wedding anniversary gift ideas because it's so easy to personalize. Simply download an app on your phone to write a heartfelt note to your spouse. Once you press send, the heart on the box will spin and the message will appear on top. If you're looking for something a little spicier, check out the naughty version to get your pulses racing.

Plush Cotton Robe

Various colorful robe hanging on a wall
Photo: Brooklinen

Take inspiration from one of the fourth anniversary colors—green—with this soft and comfy bathrobe from Brooklinen. Made from 100% Turkish cotton, it's perfect for throwing on first thing in the morning or after a leisurely shower. We're pretty sure your spouse will love it and, if you can afford to splurge, we suggest snagging one for yourself too! Aside from green, it comes in other colors including white, dark grey and blue.

Personalized Bottle of Wine

Gold engraved black bottle of wine
Photo: Mano's Wine

Toast your four-year wedding anniversary in style with this engraved bottle of wine. Decorated with a hand-painted floral frame, it's etched with a sweet anniversary message and can be personalized with your names and wedding date for a thoughtful touch. The wine inside is a full-bodied cabernet sauvignon that pairs well with crackers and cheese or a romantic candlelit dinner. Cheers!

A Year of Date Ideas

A box filled with a year of date ideas
Photo: AYearofDates

Running out of fun date night ideas? This cute little gift box will give you all the help you need. It's packed with 52 sealed cards—one for every week of the year—filled with suggestions for activities you and your spouse can do together. It also includes five blank cards you can use to write your own ideas to reflect your specific interests. Choose from two versions (a surprise or categorized edition) for a thoughtful four-year anniversary gift that'll take you right up to your next marriage milestone.

Blue Topaz Pendant

Blue Topaz necklace from Brilliant Earth for your 4th wedding anniversary
Photo: Brilliant Earth

Take inspiration from the fourth anniversary stone, blue topaz, when shopping for a thoughtful anniversary gift for your significant other. Simple yet chic, this elegant teardrop pendant features a London blue topaz on an adjustable silver chain. It's perfect for daily wear and special occasions alike and will remind your spouse of your love whenever they put it on.

Luxe Silk Pajamas

Woman wearing silk pajamas
Photo: Lunya

Lunya's silk pajamas are one of our favorite anniversary gifts for so many reasons. From the soft thermoregulating fabric to the stylish (and relaxed) silhouettes, their luxurious loungewear is the ultimate gift for a spouse who loves to sleep. This shorts and t-shirt set is ideal for hot sleepers and is really easy to clean—they can be washed in the machine on a cold cycle for low-maintenance laundering.

Psst, If you're a new customer, you can use the code FOR-TK for 15% off your first order.

Monogrammed Whiskey Glasses

Personalized whiskey glasses for anniversary
Photo: Anthropologie

If you're the type of couple who likes to catch up over a nightcap, upgrading your glassware is a lovely way to celebrate your favorite ritual. These monogrammed whiskey tumblers from Anthro look way more expensive than their affordable price tag suggests and are sure to bring a touch of glamor to your evenings. They're made from mouth-blown glass and feature your initials on the front in a French-inspired mosaic design.

Personalized Anniversary Candle

Custom birthdate candles for anniversary
Photo: Birthdate Candles

We couldn't write a round-up of the best fourth marriage anniversary gifts without including a fancy candle. This scented flame from Birthdate Candles is perfect for a spouse who's constantly reading their star signs and keeping up to date with anything astrology-related. It's made from natural soy and coconut wax and features a custom label printed with numerology and tarot details from your wedding date for a personal touch.

Trendy French Press

Blue YETI French press
Photo: YETI

You're probably already familiar with YETI's trendy coolers and travel mugs, but did you know they've released a new French press? Stylish and sturdy, it's the perfect practical gift for your coffee-loving spouse. It's made from ultra-durable materials, features double-wall vacuum insulation to keep their brew hot for ages and comes in a variety of shades—including blue, one of the fourth anniversary colors.

Custom Four-Across Game

Custom wooden four across game for anniversary
Photo: Uncommon Goods

There's nothing like a bit of friendly competition to keep a relationship fresh and exciting. If you and your spouse love old-school games, this personalized four-across frame will make a charming addition to your collection. It features your names and anniversary details, along with heart-shaped slots you can fill with circular counters. It's a fun fourth-anniversary gift you can enjoy over a glass of wine (or two) in the evening after a long day at work.

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