The Best 5-Year Anniversary Gifts to Honor Deep Roots and a Growing Love

Give your partner a high-five and a kiss: You've successfully reached five years of marriage. Exchanging five-year anniversary gifts is a wonderful way to commemorate half a decade of navigating life's challenges together and a love that has grown even deeper since you first exchanged vows. That's why the traditional fifth anniversary gift is wood, a material as strong and enduring as your bond. Whether you want to follow the year's anniversary gift themes or find a unique and meaningful alternative, we've rounded up the best five-year wedding anniversary gift ideas sure to delight your husband, wife, partner or even your friends.

Five-Year Anniversary Gift Themes

• Traditional Gift: Wood
• Modern Gift: Silverware
• 5-Year Anniversary Color: Blue, pink or turquoise
• 5-Year Anniversary Flower: Daisy
• 5-Year Anniversary Gemstone: Sapphire

In this article:

• Traditional Five-Year Anniversary Gifts
• Modern Five-Year Anniversary Gifts
• Unique Five-Year Anniversary Gifts

Traditional Five-Year Anniversary Gifts

The traditional five-year wedding anniversary gift is wood because it symbolizes the strength, durability and growth of your enduring relationship. This natural material reflects a marriage that has stood tall and weathered many storms, much like a sturdy tree. Wood anniversary gifts come in all shapes and sizes, including beautiful handmade jewelry, sentimental wall art and even practical kitchen tools. Shop our top fifth anniversary traditional gift ideas below.

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Interlocking Bangles

Photo: Nordstrom

Jewelry is an excellent choice for any occasion, and your fifth wedding anniversary is no exception. Any fashion-forward spouse will love these beautiful bangles. They're expertly crafted by artisans in Kenya using ethically sourced wood and recycled metals. The teak and 24K gold-plated brass materials give these accessories a unique edge, while the interlocking design nods to two lives coming together as one, akin to marriage.

Engraved Wooden Ring Dish

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This handcrafted walnut hexagon tray is a useful traditional fifth wedding anniversary gift. It serves as a versatile catchall for an entryway or bedside table, perfectly sized to hold wedding rings, daily keys or loose change. You can customize it with a message engraved in the base in your very own handwriting. To honor the milestone, we suggest this celebratory message: "60 months, 260 weeks, 1825 days, 43800 hours and forever to go."

Custom Song Wall Art

Photo: Uncommon Goods

Transform your cherished first dance song into a unique piece of art with Claudia Moldovan's handcrafted soundwave sculptures. Each stunning piece is meticulously made by hand-cutting wooden pieces to represent the visual form of your chosen song—whether it's a snippet, the chorus or the entire track. This extraordinary and deeply personal gift idea is perfect for celebrating a fifth anniversary.

End Grain Chopping Block

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End-grain chopping blocks are prized because their wood fibers stand upright like the bristles of a brush; this allows your knife to slide between the fibers rather than dulling against them, keeping the blade sharp and letting the board "heal" itself from scratches. Not to mention, the mosaic design is a striking addition to any kitchen. When it comes to a practical five-year anniversary present for him, her or them, you can't go wrong with this high-quality cutting board from John Boos & Co. It's made from northern hard rock maple and is three inches thick, meaning it can be refinished multiple times. This cooking essential is built to last a lifetime—just like your marriage.

Heart-Shaped Nesting Bowls

Photo: Nordstrom

These serving bowls are a charming way to bring even more love to the table. The three nesting bowls are made from rich acacia wood to fit the traditional five-year anniversary's theme and are shaped like hearts to add extra sentiment to the gift. Whether they're used for salad or potato chips, they'll add a touch of natural beauty to your table or countertop.

Custom Four-Across Game

Photo: Uncommon Goods

Still trying to figure out what to do for your five-year anniversary? Celebrate by inviting loved ones over for a fun game night or keep it low-key and romantic with just the two of you. Either way, this beautiful reinvention of the classic four-across game will be a stunning centerpiece for the occasion. Instead of the usual circles, the holes are in the shape of romantic hearts surrounding your names and the all-important date you said, "I do."

Personalized Golf Tees

Photo: Mark & Graham

If your spouse loves to golf, they'll be delighted to know that wood—the fifth anniversary's traditional material—perfectly fits their hobby. Personalize the side or top of these wooden tees with their monogram or a short message (16 characters) like "A par-fect love" or "Mine fore-ever". Choose between a set of 50 or 100 to ensure your favorite golfer stays fully stocked with custom gear that's as high-quality as it's heartfelt.

Clever Reading Valet

Photo: Uncommon Goods

Reading is a sport all its own, and your resident bookworm could use some new equipment too. No, we're not talking about more books—even though, technically, paper is made from wood. This acacia wood reading valet has designated spots for their glasses, beverage, phone and book, holding their place perfectly without breaking the spine or dog-earing a corner. You can even add a built-in QR code that delivers a new literary quote every day for a whole year.

Whiskey Barrel Anniversary Watch

Photo: Original Grain

We couldn't write a roundup of gifts for the fifth wedding anniversary without including an Original Grain watch. This striking timepiece is made from reclaimed whiskey barrels, perfectly encapsulating the traditional five-year anniversary gift for him, her or them. Espresso-colored stainless steel adds a subtle shine that blends in beautifully with the wood for a stylish and symbolic gift they can rock daily. Best of all, you can have the back engraved with a custom message. Don't worry if your spouse isn't a whiskey fan; Original Grain also offers upcycled watches crafted from beer barrels, guitar wood, military surplus and more.

Horizontal Bar Necklace

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If your spouse prefers necklaces over bracelets, this piece is a stylish and symbolic option. Not only does it feature rich pau ferro wood to honor the traditional fifth anniversary gift, but it's inlaid with five sterling silver dots to represent every year of love, growth and shared memories. It'll blend effortlessly into their everyday style while subtly celebrating your once-in-a-lifetime bond.

Wood Heart Earrings

Photo: Anthropologie

These statement earrings are a romantic way to help your spouse wear their heart on their sleeve—or, rather, their ear. A glass gemstone bezel in a chic tortoiseshell finish serves as the stud for a pair of beautifully dangling wooden hearts. While the silhouette is bold, reviewers say they're surprisingly lightweight.

Tree-Inspired Artwork

Photo: Uncommon Goods

This personalized anniversary gift is one of our top traditional picks for celebrating five years together. Shaped like a heart with concentric circles like a tree, it tells the story of your marriage. Your initials are carved in the middle, then you can choose up to eight notable moments from your relationship to add to each ring, like the day you met, the proposal, your wedding date and the day you bought your first home. Pick between a navy, burgundy, gray or taupe finish and two size options to suit your home decor preferences.

Monogrammed Picture Frame

Photo: Mark & Graham

Take a trip down memory lane to find a photo from the last five years together to display in this on-theme frame. It seamlessly blends natural wood with a silver-plated stainless steel edge to elevate any special memory. You can even have the wood laser engraved with your initials, shared last name or anniversary date.

Romantic Projector Box

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Your spouse needs this night light. No, it's not because they're scared of the dark. It's just a beautiful and personable way to set an ambience. The wooden box is carved with hearts and three lines of custom text that project onto walls when lit. Keep it simple with "I love you" or add your initials and anniversary date. It comes with an LED light and a tea candle so they can see the magic on the walls upon opening.

DIY Flower Diffuser

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Here's a five-year anniversary gift for her, him or them if they like to craft. This kit provides the materials and instructions to create sola wood flowers, which can then be used as a reed diffuser. It also includes fragrance oils, allowing them to develop their own unique scent. It's a gift and an experience in one that results in a beautiful home ambience.

Anniversary Material Art

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This meaningful fifth wedding anniversary gift can sit on their desk as a constant reminder of your love. The framed keepsake holds six small wooden hearts alongside your names, wedding date and a message about the sentiment behind the theme. It's a small, but lovely way to pay tribute to your thriving relationship and your deep-rooted affection for one another.

Personalized Wood Postcard

Photo: Personalization Mall

There's something timelessly romantic about a handwritten love note, but this alderwood postcard ensures your sentiments stay preserved far longer than a standard card. It's beautifully engraved with the promise, "I chose you," with space for four lines of custom text for you to add a "Happy fifth anniversary" message. The wooden card is paired with a display stand to transform it into a piece of tabletop art.

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Bourbon Drinking Glasses

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An old-fashioned glass made from wood isn't just unique for appearance sake. Its construction actually helps preserve and enhance the flavor of bourbon, as if it were being enjoyed straight from the barrel. It's an unexpected fifth anniversary present for the spouse or couple who pride themselves on their liquor collection.

Wood Burning Kit

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Surprise your hobbyist spouse with a wood burning kit so they can learn the art of pyrography, transforming ordinary pieces into cherished keepsakes. This one comes with a burning pen and 36 tips for various strokes, a safety stand, a metallic alphabet and number stencil, pliers and a comprehensive guidebook, all neatly organized in a deluxe case. You'll just need to add the thematic canvas like this walnut plank with natural edges that'll make a beautiful backdrop for their future artwork. Hands down, this is the most unique five year anniversary gift for your wife, husband or partner.

Irregular Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Photo: Nautilus Puzzles

If a Friday night spent working on a puzzle sounds like your and your spouse's dream date, this is a clever anniversary gift for five years of marriage. Nautilus Puzzles' wooden jigsaw puzzles are unlike any challenge you've tried together. The 501 pieces are all shaped like motifs representative of the final image. For this particular painting of New Orleans' French Quarter, you'll find musical instrument-shaped pieces like a saxophonist and seafood-shaped pieces like lobsters, as well as other themes of the Southern city. Good luck!

Modern Five-Year Anniversary Gifts

Silverware is the modern five-year anniversary gift. This practical gift nods to the small but cherished rituals, like a slow Sunday breakfast or a hot dinner after a long day of work, that help a couple bond. After all, it's these consistent moments of connecting over a shared meal that truly creates the heartbeat of a marriage. Plus, since traditional flatware was crafted from silver, it also symbolizes the brilliance and radiance that marriage adds to life.

There are a few different ways to give silverware as a five-year wedding anniversary gift. You could choose a new set of forks, spoons and knives to adhere strictly to tradition. Alternatively, explore serveware such as salad tongs, cooking utensils like whisks, or bar tools like muddlers. And if you aren't sold on kitchen gadgets, we've found some clever modern gifts made from upcycled silverware.

Engraved Baking Utensils

Photo: Personalization Mall

This silverware is the perfect combination of practicality and sentimentality for a fifth anniversary gift that'll be cherished by anyone who spends a lot of time in the kitchen. The cooking utensils—a serving spoon, slotted spoon and two spatulas—are each made from birchwood and silicone and, best of all, are custom engraved with the couples' names. Each is also topped with a romantic motif like hearts or lovebirds.

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Personalized Charcuterie Knife Set

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Shopping for someone who makes a mean charcuterie board? Ornate cheese knives made with stainless steel and olive wood is the flatware of their dreams, and is on-theme for the traditional and modern fifth anniversary theme. This set of three, four or six comes in a holder that can be monogrammed for a classy presentation.

Ornate Silver Flatware Set

Photo: Williams Sonoma

We have to suggest at least one classic flatware set in a silver hue for a five-year anniversary gift that is perfectly on theme. Enter the bestselling Guy Degrenne Absolu flatware exclusively at Williams Sonoma. This set sparkles with elegance and modern charm, making it a dazzling addition to anniversary dinners and everyday meals alike. The 20-piece set includes four dinner forks, four salad forks, four dinner knives, four dinner spoons and four teaspoons, all crafted from durable (and dishwasher-safe) stainless steel for easy maintenance.

Floral Teaspoons

Photo: Amazon

Just like your love, this anniversary gift for five years of marriage is super sweet. Reflecting the modern theme of silverware, the set of eight teaspoons combines practicality with aesthetic appeal—the gold floral bowls are just too pretty! It's a great gesture for your spouse who loves their tea with just a spoonful of sugar. We definitely recommend pairing them with a new box of their favorite tea.

Ice Cream Spoons

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Whoever says silverware isn't a romantic gift just hasn't seen these spoons yet. They're stamped with the phrase "To a lifetime of ice cream together." Obviously, you should pair this five-year anniversary gift for her, him or them with a pint of their favorite ice cream flavor…or two.

Shiny New Bar Tools

Photo: Pottery Barn

Toast to your five year wedding anniversary with homemade cocktails. This bar utensil set includes a jigger, strainer, bar spoon and muddler, each neatly hung on a stand for practical use and visual appeal. Crafted from recycled steel, brass and aluminum, the silver hue further honors the modern theme while elevating your at-home mixology experience.

Heart-Serving Spoon

Photo: Uncommon Goods

Here's an idea for a five-year anniversary gift that combines both symbols: wood and silverware. Hand-carved by a collective of artisans in rural Kenya, the wooden spoon is made from durable African olive wood and shaped into a heart to add a romantic touch to any kitchen. They can use it for anything from scooping coffee grounds to stirring homemade sauces—or simply as decor since it's so pretty.

Chef's Knife Set

Photo: Hedley & Bennett

The modern fifth wedding anniversary theme means upgrading your kitchen tools is a romantic gesture. If your spouse complains about dull blades during dinner prep, a professional-grade set will be seriously appreciated. Hedley & Bennett's knives are crafted from corrosion-resistant Japanese and German steel, featuring precision blades that stay sharp even with daily use. They're ergonomically designed to be lightweight and balanced, with a comfortable handle for effortless cutting. This essential set comes with the only three knives you truly need: a chef's knife, a bread knife and a utility knife.

Upcycled Spoon Ring

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Looking for a sustainable five-year anniversary present for her, him or them? This Etsy seller upcycles silverware into unique jewelry. These rings are actually made from the handle of thrifted spoons. They also make heart-shaped necklaces.

Handcrafted Silverware Hummingbird

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Have you ever seen a cuter use of silverware? The upcycled cutlery is shaped into a whimsy hummingbird feeding from a flower. And it's on an olive wood base to honor the fifth wedding anniversary's traditional gift too.

Unique Five-Year Anniversary Gifts

The best five-year anniversary gift for your spouse may not align with the traditional or modern materials, and that's perfectly fine. What matters most is choosing something meaningful that you know they'll love and appreciate, regardless of what it's made from. That's why we've gathered alternative gift ideas suitable for any wife, husband, partner or couple. We've even included suggestions incorporating the other five-year anniversary symbols: a flower (daisy), gemstone (sapphire) and colors (blue, pink or turquoise) for bonus inspiration.

Silver-Dipped Forever Rose

Photo: The Forever Rose

Swap the classic gesture of fresh flowers for a preserved rose as an ultra-romantic gift. This stunning bloom is carefully treated and dipped in lacquer so it lasts a lifetime. You can even personalize the stem with an engraved message. While red is a timeless choice, consider a silver-dipped rose to hint at the modern fifth-anniversary theme.

Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven

Photo: Ooni

Planning an anniversary pizza party to mark year five of marriage? This handy device is all you need to get the celebration started. The portable multi-fuel oven uses gas, charcoal or wood to make fresh homemade pizzas in no time. It works so fast that you'll be chowing down a delicious slice of stone-baked pizza within minutes. Add a new pizza cutter to the gift to incorporate the year's modern theme of silverware.

Innovative Indoor Garden

Photo: Click & Grow

Gardening novices rejoice! This smart-technology indoor garden has an automated watering and light cycle so you can grow fresh herbs, fruits, vegetables or flowers all year long, no matter where you live. The cool device comes with three basil plant pods (you can also buy starter seeds for over 75 different plant varieties), which are the perfect start for a night of fresh, homemade Italian cuisine to celebrate your fifth anniversary.

Monogrammed Wine Chiller

Photo: Mark & Graham

Planning to toast your latest marriage milestone with a bottle of anniversary wine? Make the occasion feel a little more luxurious with this personalized wine chiller. It's made from nickel-plated stainless steel and can be etched with your monogram for a display-worthy finish.

MasterClass Subscription

Photo: MasterClass

Stuck on what to give your other half for the fifth anniversary? Swap a traditional wrapped gift for a year-long experience. A MasterClass subscription will give them access to a whole host of classes, from photography to cooking to mindfulness courses. There's something for everyone, whether you're shopping for a five-year anniversary gift for your wife, husband or the couple.

Symbolic Silver Necklace

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This necklace is a romantic five-year anniversary gift they'll be teary-eyed to unwrap. It features three interlocking rings, each representing the past, present and future with a muted oxidized ring, a sterling silver ring and a gold-filled ring, respectively. It's a stylish and symbolic accessory that will serve as a beautiful reminder to always live in the moment.

Elegant Sapphire Bracelet

Photo: Brilliant Earth

Take inspiration from the five-year anniversary stone, sapphire, with this elegant bracelet. Featuring three delicate sapphires on a silver chain, it will make your spouse feel like a million bucks every time they wear it. Known for symbolizing wisdom and loyalty, the rich blue color of the sapphires beautifully represents the depth of trust and the strength of commitment that a couple has built over five years together. As a bonus, it also aligns with one of the fifth anniversary hues. Aww!

Date Night Inspiration Cards

Photo: The Adventure Challenge

Finding time to dedicate to planning dates isn't always easy. Luckily, The Adventure Challenge has clever date night books and card decks crammed with fun and exciting activities for couples to do together. Busy duos will get a serious relationship boost from this Mini Dates deck, which includes 30 scratch-off challenges that can be completed in 30 minutes or less. The date ideas are split into four different categories, with topics related to food, games, playful moments and intentional conversations.

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Anniversary-Themed Candle

Photo: Birthdate Co.

Sparks flew the day you met your other half, and they'll fly again when you gift them this anniversary candle. It comes personalized with your names, wedding date and a bespoke reading by astrologers to explain your connection according to the stars. Better yet, it has an amazing scent of sage, frankincense and oakmoss meant to embody the strength and beauty of a long-term relationship.

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Pretty Daisy Necklace

Photo: Made by Mary

Each year together is associated with a specific anniversary flower, and the fifth anniversary is celebrated with the daisy. This lovely bloom symbolizes fidelity, fun and affection. Each petal extending from the center represents the experiences you and your spouse have shared over the years. This charming gold necklace, featuring a hand-stamped daisy motif, is a wearable gift that honors past memories and the playful nature of your relationship.