30th Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas

Traditionally, pearls are given as gifts to a couple that is celebrating their thirtieth wedding anniversary, but your options are not limited to just pearls. A contemporary list of gift ideas for wedding anniversaries has been put together, with diamonds being the modern option for a thirtieth anniversary. Of course, there are several other gifts that are appropriate for couples to give each other or family and friends to give to the couple.

Here are several thirtieth wedding anniversary gift ideas from the traditional pearls to the contemporary diamonds, along with some other great ideas.

Pearl Jewelry for Her
Pearls are the traditional gift associated with a thirtieth wedding anniversary, and the reason why it is called the Pearl Anniversary. The most common form for giving pearls is in the gift of pearl jewelry. Pearl necklaces, earrings, or a pendant all make great gifts. For great quality jewelry shop with a reputable jeweler, try Helzberg or Tiffany & Co. (www.helzberg.com, www.tiffany.com).

Mother of Pearl Jewelry for Him
If you want to give the gift of pearls to both members of the couple, mother of pearl cufflinks are a great option. When it comes to cufflinks, style choices are nearly endless. Choosing the color of the pearl alone can be a choice based on the personal taste of the person receiving the gift (www.1stchoicecufflinks.com).

Photo Album
Photo Albums come in so many shapes and sizes, but it is the pictures inside that count. Collect pictures of the couple throughout their marriage, from their wedding day to the present time and put together a special memories album. This can be very simple, with a single photo representing each year or only the big moments being recognized. Try the Photo Album Shop for just about everything you need to see a project from start to finish (www.photoalbumshop.com).

Schedule a Portrait Sitting
Arrange for the couple to have their portraits taken for their anniversary. This is a great gift to give because couples take less and less formal photos of themselves as time passes. Make sure you choose a studio that has hours that are convenient for the couple, and select a package for them beforehand. A national chain, like Olan Mills where you can find the location nearest to the couple and shop their packages online, is great (www.olanmills.com).

Host a party
Hosting an anniversary party in honor of the couple is always a great gift, and a fun way to bring together the couple's friends and family. An event can be anything from a casual backyard bar-b-que to a cozy dinner party to a fancy night of dancing at a hall.

Second Honeymoon for the couple
A second honeymoon is a great gift for a couple who has been married thirty years, such a strong marriage deserves a great gift. This gift works especially great when friends and family members come together and each provide a different part of the honeymoon. Or you can simply purchase tickets to a known, favorite destination and leave the dates open for the couple to book.

Diamond Jewelry
The gift of diamonds are the modern item associated with a thirtieth wedding anniversary. The best way to give diamonds is in the form of diamond jewelry. A gift can be a necklace, earrings, a pendant or cufflinks for him. (www.kay.com)