Whatever your budget & whoever the lucky recipient, find a present that they’ll love with our top tips & product picks
From the awkward first date to meeting the parents and planning your big day – the course of true love doesn’t always run smooth.
But while those sweaty-palm moments might headline as the hardest obstacles, further down the road, finding the perfect anniversary gifts for your S.O. and the other couples in your life can also be a little tricky to navigate.
Unsure of where to start? No need to panic – we’ve done the research for you to help take some of the stress out of your shop.
Whether you’re looking for gifts that zone in on how they love to spend their spare time; something to help them relax, rewind and reset; anniversary gifts by year; luxurious gifts; something for your parents or other favourite couples, our list of carefully curated and perfectly thoughtful gift ideas are certain to fit the bill and your budget.
What makes a good anniversary gift?
In our experience, something that’s personal or practical is a good place to start. Think about their likes and hobbies: are they into gadgets? Do they love a bath? Or perhaps they’re a fragrance fanatic. Ultimately, this will help steer you in the right direction.
Experience days can be a great way to create even more happy memories. How about a gin tasting session for those looking for a fun night out or a helicopter ride for those who love an adrenaline rush – something out of the ordinary that takes them out of their comfort zone.
A present for their home or housewarming gifts can also go down a treat. Perhaps a fragranced candle, a photo frame to house a treasured moment, or a new coffee maker to help elevate their kitchen worktop. These are the gifts to make them smile every time they catch a glimpse of it.
Whatever you choose, the best gifts show that you’ve really thought about your other half or the happy couple no matter how much you can afford to spend.
Scroll on for a wealth of anniversary gifting inspo and Boots-approved present ideas that they’ll love long after their special day is over.
Anniversary gifts for couples
Try: Streetmap Photo Poster
• Sizes: 30x45cm, 40x60cm or 50x75cm
• Classic paper
• Optional frame or hanger
Do the happy couple have a favourite place to hang out, or a place where a special event took place? Turn their cherished memories into a beautiful piece of art with this personalised Streetmap Photo Poster. With 10, fully-customisable designs to choose from, you can create a gift that’s as unique as they are.
Try: Activity Superstore Deluxe Dining Gift Experience
• Range of locations available
• Voucher valid for 12 months from date of purchase
• Minimum age 18 years old
Shopping for a pair of real foodies? Treat them to a gastronomic experience they’ll never forget with this dining voucher for two. They’ll enjoy all the excitement of selecting their treat for themselves. Will they go for an extra-special afternoon tea, an evening meal with live music, or unlimited sushi?
Try: Boots Gift cards & e-cards
• Recipients can use gift cards in store or on boots.com
• Recipients can use e-cards on boots.com only
• Add between £10 and £250
What could be better than giving the gift of choice? Let your loved ones take their pick from the whole Boots catalog when you give them a gift card or e-card. You can send to yourself first, ready to wrap up or pop into an anniversary card, or get it delivered directly to the lucky couple, so they can start shopping straight away.
Try: Activity Superstore Blue Skies Helicopter Flight with Bubbly for Two Gift Experience
• Range of locations available
• Available on selected dates, from April to October
• Minimum age 18 years old
If you or the lucky couple are still on cloud nine after all these years, then soaring through the skies while clinking a glass of bubbly in a helicopter seems fitting. Whether offering unparalleled views of familiar terrain or new horizons, this romantic journey is bound to offer a different perspective, wherever the location.
Anniversary gifts for parents
Try: WoodWick Linen Ellipse Candle Core
• Freshly washed linen fragrance
• Teardrop-shaped jar
With the comforting, clean scent of laundry drying in a soft summer breeze (sounds blissful, right?), help transform their space with this WoodWick with HearthWick Flame candle. The rich, homely fragrance is combined with a dancing flame and soft crackle to set the perfect scene for late-night relaxation.*
Try: Vintage Disposable Camera 27 Exposure
• 27 exposures
• Built-in flash
Looking for a thoughtful gift that won’t break the bank? This vintage disposable camera fits the bill perfectly. Whether they’re snapping pictures of each other, a special holiday, or a celebration, they’ll have plenty of fun while they capture their precious memories, then enjoy all the excitement of getting their snaps developed.
Try: Photo Gift Box Filled With Ferrero Chocolates
• Size: 30.5 x 21.0 x 3.5cm
• Biodegradable inner tray
• Three varieties of Ferrero chocolates
A box of chocolates is a tried-and-tested anniversary gift… and it’s a winner for a reason! Make it even more special with a personalised box that’s sure to make them smile. Simply upload your own photos and text to be printed in a semi-gloss finish on the inside and outside of the box. No gift wrapping necessary!
Best anniversary gifts for him
Try: Emporio Armani Stronger With You Intensely Men’s Eau de Parfum
• Size: 50ml
Gift them a new signature scent with this sensual blend that they’ll wear time and time again. With top notes of spicy pink pepper essence and sugar-coated chestnut, a warm heart of vanilla and a leathery suede accord, plus a rich base of ambery woods, it’s an addictive experience that’s full of character.
Try: King C. Gillette Cordless Beard Trimmer Hair Clipper Kit
• Comes with three interchangeable combs
• Rechargable battery
• Comes with cleaning brush and charger
Help them achieve all their facial hair goals with this cutting-edge clipper kit (pun intended). The three attachments are designed to suit all beard types, from short stubble to longer styles, while the sharp blades will stand the test of time. Plus, with 50 minutes of trimming time per charge, they won’t have to worry about running out of battery just when they need a spruce up.
Try: Oral-B iO6 Electric Toothbrush - Black Lava
• Gentle micro-vibrations
• Interactive display
• Five smart modes: Daily Clean, Sensitive, Gum Care, Intense Clean, Whitening
• Includes travel case, charger and one replaceable brush head
• Two year warranty
For a practical gift that they can really smile about, look no further than this state-of-the-art electric toothbrush. Designed with iO technology to give Oral-B’s best ever clean, it uses artificial intelligence and a pressure sensor to guide brushing technique to ensure their whole mouth will sparkle.
Try: Activity Superstore Supercar Trio Driving Experience
• Range of locations available
• Voucher valid for 12 months from date of purchase
• Available on selected dates, from March to November
Thrill car enthusiasts with this action-packed experience day that’s straight out of their wildest dreams. They’ll be invited to drive a total of nine miles in three different supercars, before buckling in for a high-speed passenger ride in a performance saloon. Plus, they’ll take away a professional photo and certificate to commemorate their drive.
Anniversary gifts for her
Try: Giorgio Armani My Way Eau de Parfum
• Size: 50ml
This bright, contemporary fragrance has a blossoming floral heart that makes it perfect for an anniversary gift. They’ll savour the flourishing top notes of bergamot and orange blossom, blended with an iconic floral heart of tuberose and jasmine and an enveloping base of vanilla, cedarwood and white musks. Plus, the ingredients are sourced with a focus on community support and the bottles are refillable, adding to the true feel-good factor that they’ll get from every spritz.
Try: Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer with Storage Case – Stone
• Weighs 700g
• Three heat and airflow settings
• 2-year guarantee
• Suitable for all hair types
• No heat damage
• Storage case
Make their hair routine oh-so-easy with this innovative styling appliance. With a simple twist, they can switch effortlessly between a hair dryer and styling wand. Complete with auto-wrap curlers that use Coanda technology, straightening paddle brush, volumising oval brush, smoothing styling concentrator and curl-defining diffuser, it’s the gift of a great hair day, every day.
Try: Retro prints
• Box size: 10.2 x 12.7 cm
• Picture size: 9 x 9 cm
• 16, 24 and 32 sets including storage box
• 300gsm paper
Shopping for someone who loves vintage style? These prints will be right up their street. Upload their favourite photos to create a set of 16, 24 or 32 prints, choose from a matte or gloss finish, and select your choice of storage box design to make a personalised gift they’ll cherish forever.
