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25 Best 9th Anniversary Gifts That Are *So* on Theme

Pottery, willow, and leather…but make it ~romantic~.

By Corinne Sullivan and Chaise Sanders
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Khadija Horton

Well, it seems that congratulations are in order, 'cause you and your spouse are officially one year away from a decade of marriage! As your bae's favorite person, you obvi haven't made it this far without having some on-point gift-giving skills, but if you're falling short on gift ideas for your 9th anniversary, fret not. You've come to the right place! The best anniversary gifts tend to be thoughtful, personalized, and more romantic than, say, a kitchen appliance. And if you want to go with a traditional themed gift route, I've got some ideas that are sure to knock your S.O.'s socks off.

Pottery and willow are the traditional 9th-anniversary gifts—pottery represents something that's been transformed over time into a beautiful masterpiece (all together now: awww), and willow represents strength and flexibility (aka the two things you need to make a partnership work). You can also opt for the more modern theme of leather, which represents durability, warmth, and something that gets better with time (one more time: awww). I know what you're thinking—pottery, willow, and leather may not sound like suuuuper romantic gift ideas, but there are actually tons of on-theme presents that your love of nine years is sure to adore, and I've rounded up some of the best that the interweb has to offer.

From leather accessories to gorgeous ceramic creations to some v loose interpretations of "willow," here are all the best ways to say, "Hey, thanks for putting up with me for nine years." Happy anniversary, ya love birds!!

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this set of lovey dovey mugs

Uncommon Goods Kissing Mugs

Kissing Mugs
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this set of lovey dovey mugs

Uncommon Goods Kissing Mugs

$65 at Uncommon Goods
Credit: Uncommon Goods

If you and bae don't have a set of kissing mugs, what have you been doing for the past 9 years? To be fair, pottery is the perfect 9th-anniversary gift and these mugs are the perfect companions to coffee with your perfect companion.

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this leather charging tray

Mark & Graham Courant Wireless Charging Accessory Tray

Courant Wireless Charging Accessory Tray
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this leather charging tray

Mark & Graham Courant Wireless Charging Accessory Tray

Credit: Mark and Graham

The best gifts are thoughtful ones that you can use every single day, and we'd flip if we got this leather charging tray for any special occasion. It's the perfect way to keep your phone charged (you know, to keep in touch with your boo), and finally keep those small essentials organized.

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this willow tree wall art

LuckyTusk Personalized Family Willow Tree Plaque

Personalized Family Willow Tree Plaque
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this willow tree wall art

LuckyTusk Personalized Family Willow Tree Plaque

Credit: Etsy

Available as a canvas, metal, or paper print, this customizable willow tree wall art is pretty much guaranteed to make your S.O. cry happy tears—and you can even get it framed if you're feeling extra.

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this essential leather bag

Coach Willow Tote

Willow Tote
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this essential leather bag

Coach Willow Tote

Credit: Coach

This bestselling pebble leather tote bag is big enough to hold a laptop and versatile enough to take anywhere—plus, it's called the "Willow Tote," which feels meant-to-be, no?

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this diy date night craft

TheCraftSocietyUK Pottery Date Night Box

Pottery Date Night Box
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this diy date night craft

TheCraftSocietyUK Pottery Date Night Box

Credit: Etsy

If it's been 9 years, there's a good chance that y'all think you've tried just about every date night in the book, but we're here to (maybe) prove you wrong. This craft box complete with air dry clay, conversation cards, chocolate, and everything you need to make your next favorite dish makes for the perfect excuse to keep date night lowkey.

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this pretty whiskey tumbler

CopitasdeMezcal Glazed Liquor Glass

Glazed Liquor Glass
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this pretty whiskey tumbler

CopitasdeMezcal Glazed Liquor Glass

Credit: Etsy

They'll never wanna drink out of a normal glass again once they sip a beverage out of this stoneware whisky tumbler, which you can get personalized with both of your initials or a number "9" inside of a heart on the bottom. Cute!!

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this customizable cutting board

GavaShop Willow Tree Cutting Board

Willow Tree Cutting Board
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this customizable cutting board

GavaShop Willow Tree Cutting Board

Now 20% Off
Credit: Etsy

If you two share a last name, then you can celebrate your lil family with this personalized cutting board. All you have to do is select your prefered wood type, describe what you'd like to be engraved and voilà.

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this gorgeous wine goblet

LauraLynnPottery Personalized Wine Glass

Personalized Wine Glass
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this gorgeous wine goblet

LauraLynnPottery Personalized Wine Glass

Credit: Etsy

Available in a bunch of different color options, this clay stoneware wine glass can be personalized however you like, and it's almost too gorgeous to actually use...keyword being almost.

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this intricate stoneware vase

UncommonGoods Personalized Faux Bois Vase

Personalized Faux Bois Vase
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this intricate stoneware vase

UncommonGoods Personalized Faux Bois Vase

Credit: Uncommon Goods

Rather than actually carving your initials into bark, get 'em a keepsake stoneware vase customized with your first initials and made to look like the bark of a tree. (Perhaps a willow tree...?)

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this whimsical willow wreath

The Sill Wisping Willow Wreath

Wisping Willow Wreath
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this whimsical willow wreath

The Sill Wisping Willow Wreath

Now 27% Off
Credit: The Sill

Planting an entire willow tree is a bit much, so consider this your easy alternative. Made with real willow, eucalyptus, and podocarpus, this whimsical greenery is a perfect way to welcome 9 years of being in l-o-v-e. Plus, eventually it'll dry out to create this gorgeous dried wreath situation that you can keep for years to come.

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these willow branch earrings

silvenoak Antique Silver Willow Earrings

Antique Silver Willow Earrings
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these willow branch earrings

silvenoak Antique Silver Willow Earrings

Now 30% Off
Credit: Etsy

Available in sterling silver or stainless steel, these long willow branch earrings will look fly as hell dangling from your beloved's earlobes.

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these durable leather gloves

Shinola + Geier Deerskin Lined Gloves

Deerskin Lined Gloves
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these durable leather gloves

Shinola + Geier Deerskin Lined Gloves

Credit: Shinola

These unisex deerskin leather gloves (which come in three cute colors) are polypropylene lined against the cold, so your partner's fingers will stay toasty warm no matter how low the temps drop.

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this custom leather notebook

Papier Classic Leather Notebook

Classic Leather Notebook
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this custom leather notebook

Papier Classic Leather Notebook

Credit: Papier

"How do I love thee? Let me count the ways." Shakespeare may have been onto something when he dropped that iconic line, and what better way to list allll the reasons you love your S.O. than in a sleek journal customized with your initials?

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this cool Airpods case

Nomad Goods Modern Leather Case

Modern Leather Case
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this cool Airpods case

Nomad Goods Modern Leather Case

Now 20% Off
Credit: Nomad Goods

Give their Airpods a bold new look with this gorgeous two-piece leather case, which is made with genuine, vegetable-tanned leather and available for both Airpods and Airpods Pro cases.

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this willow picnic tote

Picnic Time Coronado Pattern Canvas and Willow Basket Tote

Coronado Pattern Canvas and Willow Basket Tote
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this willow picnic tote

Picnic Time Coronado Pattern Canvas and Willow Basket Tote

Credit: Saks Fifth Avenue

The picnic basket gets a modern upgrade with this sturdy willow and canvas bag, which has an amazingly spacious interior for holding wine, cheese, and whatever else you may need to tote.

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this slim leather wallet

KingsleyLeather Leather Card Holder

Leather Card Holder
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this slim leather wallet

KingsleyLeather Leather Card Holder

Now 11% Off
Credit: Etsy

Handmade with full grain leather, this slim two-pocket card holder can slip right into any pocket or handbag (and looks soooo good while doing it).

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this ceramic noodle bowl

Gina DeSantis Ceramics Luna Noodle Bowl

Luna Noodle Bowl
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this ceramic noodle bowl

Gina DeSantis Ceramics Luna Noodle Bowl

Credit: Anthropolgie

An elegant ceramic bowl is already a sure winner for a 9th anniversary gift, but when you add the fact that it's made perfectly for holding your favorite late night ramen, well, it's a no brainer.

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this willow + water hand cream

Library of Flowers Willow & Water Handcreme

Willow & Water Handcreme
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this willow + water hand cream

Library of Flowers Willow & Water Handcreme

Credit: Library of Flowers

Give your S.O. the gift of soft, silky hands with this cocoa and shea butter moisturizer, which contains fragrance notes of cut greens, flowering lotus, and watercress.

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this subtle willow blossom candle

WoodWick Willow Candle

Willow Candle
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this subtle willow blossom candle

WoodWick Willow Candle

Credit: Amazon

You can't go wrong with a long-lasting candle, and for your 9th anniversary, nothing beats this super popular option, which contains notes of willow blossom.

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this teeny willow tree charm necklace

kimsjewelry Weeping Willow Initial Necklace

Weeping Willow Initial Necklace
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this teeny willow tree charm necklace

kimsjewelry Weeping Willow Initial Necklace

Credit: Etsy

This hand-stamped initial necklace comes complete with a lil pewter willow tree charm, making it on-theme and undeniably adorbs.

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Corinne Sullivan
Editor

Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé. 

Headshot of Chaise Sanders
Associate Editor

Chaise Sanders is an Associate Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers anything from lifestyle and beauty to entertainment and style. Wanna upgrade your skincare game? She's got you covered with the best facial cleansing brushes. Or maybe you're in need of a new true crime show to binge? Got that covered too! Prior to joining the Cosmo team, Chaise was an editor at Country Living (also part of the Hearst fam) where she interviewed celebs like Dolly Parton, LeAnn Rimes and even Martha Stewart. Now, as one of the Big Apple's newest residents, there's a good chance that you can catch her checking out an Insta-worthy cafe or spending way to much $$$ in vintage stores.

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