Flowers are lovely – fragrant, pretty and, well… gone in a few days. For anniversaries, though, you deserve something a little more thoughtful, lasting and personal. Here are five unique gift ideas at different budgets that say more than a bouquet ever could.

1. Bespoke Jewellery from Studio Mali

For a gift with real craftsmanship, Studio Mali offers handmade jewellery designed in Lewes, inspired by travel and sustainable living. Their pieces – like geometric birch earrings or striking pendants – are bold, beautiful and full of meaning.

💡 Perfect for: 5th anniversaries (wood), design lovers and those who prefer something made to last
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2. Flowers That Don’t Die – Design by Nature

Yes, we know we said better than flowers – but Design by Nature makes the kind of botanical gifts that laugh in the face of wilting. Their sculptural dried floral arrangements and modern displays bring lasting beauty to any space.

💡 Perfect for: Flower lovers who want something that lasts beyond the weekend
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3. Your Messages, Framed – Chat Charts

Want to make them cry-laugh (or just cry in a good way)? Chat Charts turns real conversations – your WhatsApp messages, flirty first texts or funny group chats – into beautiful, frame-worthy prints. It’s your love story, written by you, captured forever.

💡 Perfect for: Any anniversary, especially first (paper), and couples who love a good in-joke
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4. Bold, Beautiful Art by Jasmine Chin

Give a gift that brings colour and creativity to their space. Jasmine Chin creates screen prints and risograph artwork with personality, texture and warmth. These make brilliant gifts for art-loving partners or couples building a home together.

💡 Perfect for: First anniversaries (paper), print collectors and stylish interiors
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5. A Sophisticated Sip – Mother Root Ginger Aperitif

Raise a glass without the hangover. Mother Root is a delicious, fiery, non-alcoholic ginger aperitif inspired by traditional drinking vinegars. It’s sharp, floral and ideal for a grown-up celebration without the booze.

💡 Perfect for: Wellness-minded partners, alcohol-free celebrations or just something a bit different
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