There are few moments in a relationship that are as anxiety-inducing as anniversary gift shopping. After all, there is so much you have to take into consideration: their personality type, their interests, their likelihood to actually use whatever you end up buying, etc. The pressure is real, folks! But take a deep breath because whether it’s your first anniversary or you're celebrating 15 years together or beyond, we've rounded up all the best anniversary gift ideas to shop for your partner, boyfriend, or husband now.
Of course, some take an anniversary celebration as an opportunity to go all out with an experience gift—like a fancy date night out or a romantic getaway. Either way, a lovely and thoughtful anniversary gift for your significant other can show them just how much you love and appreciate them. Finding the perfect prezzie can sometimes feel pretty high stakes—I always feel immense pressure to get it right every single time but the truth is you know your partner better than anyone. And our guide, below, is a great starting place if you’re looking around for ideas.
From sweatpants and robes for the pair who love staying cozy to sunglasses and a cool camera for the adventurous couple, keep scrolling to shop the best anniversary gifts for every kind of relationship below.
There's nothing boring about this little black book, which is filled with sexual challenges that will help spice things up between you and your partner in the bedroom. Get ready for all sorts of, um, adventures ;)
A gift that'll really pull at their heartstrings? These chic matching crewneck sweatshirts you can personalize with your anniversary date and initials.
If he knows every beer by heart, inside this monthly subscription box he'll find some new and exciting flavors that may take a spot on his list of favorites.
Stuck on what to do for date night yet again? With this practical gift, you'll find 51 unique date ideas so you'll never run out of creative activities to try together.
If you send in a favorite photo, this artist will make a simple line drawing that captures the two of you (plus kids or furbabies, if you have 'em) in a gorgeous drawing he can hang on the wall.
If your guy is all about photography, he'll seriously love this aesthetically pleasing mini polaroid. He can take it with him on your next adventure together and catch all your memories on film.
If he sits at a desk for hours and needs an easy way to de-stress, this heat-enabled deep-tissue massager helps when you can't physically be there to get those knots out for him.
If you have a *special* song—the one you danced to at your wedding, the one that was playing during your proposal—make this custom record with your faces in the center. There's a scan code to pull the song right up on your phone, too.
If the guy is always bringing his phone or speaker into the bathroom so he can jam out or catch up on a podcast while he showers, he needs this hybrid showerhead and speaker. Yup, you read that right. The showerhead not only blasts hot water, but it also syncs up to Bluetooth to blast music.
A golf lover will totally geek out over this GPS watch. Yes, it's a splurge, but if you're celebrating a special milestone, it's well worth it. Not only does it tell you how far you are from the next hole from over 40K courses across the world, it's like having a virtual caddy on your wrist.
File thisunder Viral Products That Are Actually Worth the Hype. This cult-favorite pan (which was designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware) will cut his pile of dirty dishes in half.
The best way to wrap a watch collection? With a watch roll that he can reuse while traveling. (Bonus gift: actual watch.) And for all of you celebrating three years, it's made of vegan leather, too!
Whether you're buying one for yourself or gifting it to someone you love, super-luxe pillows are a form of self-care. This one provides Tempur-Pedic’s signature adaptive support and has layers of gel on both sides for a cooling effect.
Yes, he’s a beer aficionado, but has he ever tried to make his own? This kit includes all the essentials to brew his own IPA, including grain, hops, and yeast—and it also comes in five other types.
Dating a sneakerhead? Consider these beauts the Rolls Royce of sneakers, if you will. Made out of buttery soft leather, these shoes are just dressy enough for the office but still casual enough for guys' night. Bonus: They're waterproof and have shock-absorbing insoles.
A single tie is, uh, not the most thoughtful anniversary gift in the world. But a color-coordinated tie set complete with lapel flowers, socks, and pocket squares? Now we’re talking.
Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram.
Jacquelyn Greenfield is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers the best gift ideas, sales, and more across all things beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and sex. She has a serious obsession with sneakers and lives for a great clear lip gloss. She previously worked at Nylon and has had bylines in The Zoe Report, Coveteur, and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.