19 Wonderful Wood Anniversary Gifts (5th Year) for Him & Her

If you’re about to hit your 5-year wedding anniversary, congrats! You’ve officially made it through half a decade with your partner, which definitely calls for a celebration.

While married life can sometimes get monotonous, use your fifth wedding anniversary as an opportunity to prove that marriage is far from dull. We rounded up the best fab five anniversary gifts that are bound to make (his/her) 5 year anniversary the most memorable one yet.

Traditionally, the fifth wedding anniversary gift is wood. There is no real doubt about the metaphor of wood acting as strength and long lasting nature of a marriage. I absolutely love wood decor, furniture, and other home items. The variety of soft and hard wood species means makes buying a wood gift a bit of a challenge! Andi t is not surprise that the list below features long lasting wood decor items for you to enjoy.

Modern 5th Anniversary Gift

Each wedding anniversary has customary modern gifts as well, and silverware has been for honoring 5th wedding anniversaries. It sounds old fashioned, but these utensils reflect the many shared meals together and the closer bond that has developed as a result. We’re focussed on wood gifts in this post, but there are plenty of trendy silverware sets available to shop if that floats your boat!

5th Anniversary Gemstone

Sapphire represents the 5-year gemstone.  Blue and pink are typically associated with 5th anniversaries, which should make my husband happy. He almost bought me a blue sapphire as an engagement ring when he proposed!  For more on sapphires check out our post on how to choose a sapphire.

5th Anniversary Flower

Daisies are the flower of choice for a 5th wedding anniversary. Bright and vibrant, these flowers represent loyalty, fidelity and forever love. The center of the daisy is said to represent your foundation as a couple together, while the petals represent the learning, growth and love you have shared over the years.

1) Wood Tree Swing

by PegandAwl

Remember swinging on a wood & rope swing in your youth?  There is nothing quite like it, especially when said swing hangs from a big old tree.  If you are so fortunate enough to have a large tree in your yard, then a personalised wooden swing couldn’t be a more fitting gift for the 5th anniversary.

2) Wood Frame Gallery

by Pottery Barn

A picture frame gallery always seems to be one of those projects that many say they would love to do, but few end up actually accomplishihng on the endless to do list of life. If she is always talking about putting one together, what better time to surprise her with a set of hardwood frames.  Enhance the romantic gesture further by pre-printing and framing her favorite photos. Major brownie points!

3) Wood Art Shelf

by Minted

These sturdy wood art shelves look perfect for displaying art alongside your favorite home decor accents. Available in multiple lengths and finishes.

4) Wooden Cuff Bracelet

by TreelineAndTide

If she’s more into boho style, a beautiful piece of wood jewlery is quite fitting.  Check out these gorgeous laser cut wood cuff bracelets with brushed silver aluminum. Shop owner Jenn Liddiard has many beautiful designs, but one unique design that really stood out is a lazer cut map on the bracelet.  Such a unique idea!  Not only does it make a great gift, it’s also a fantastic conversation piece at a party or event.

If you are looking for additional inspiration and designers using wood in jewelery pieces, be sure to check out more talented artisans on Etsy.

5) Wood Carved Serving Bowl

by Pottery Barn

When I think of a wood carved serving bowl, I immediately have thoughts about a pariticularly memorable episode of Friends.  Ross buys the same Apothecary table as Rachel, which he then has to hide from Phoebe because Rachel told her it was an original. In fact, it was purchased from Pottery Barn and Phoebe hates Pottery Barn.  Phoebe thinks Pottery Barn is all mass-produced goods, whereby nothing is authentic and everyone winds up having the same stuff.

Heck, this hand-carved acacia wood serving bowl from Pottery Barn is gorgeous! I can look past the point about being mass produced (and so does Phoebe). In the end, Phoebe finds out her entire apartment consists of Pottery Barn products and ends up buying an additional lamp.

This beautiful wood piece gift is like art for the kitchen, and is a great gift for someone who loves to throw a good dinner party. If anyone asks, say it’s original and you picked it up at the local craft market! 😉

6) Wood Essential Oil Diffuser

by ASAKUKI

Looking for a calming gift that offers a spa like experience?  Check out an essential oil diffuser with a little hint of wood grain on the exterior of course! 

Beyond adding an aroma to a room, essential oils provide many benefits. Using a diffuser is an easy way to disperse the natural essential oil’s fragrance so that the scent fills a room.  An essential oil diffuser is a great way to freshen up your home without overpowering the senses.  We love that this one works with smart wifi technology, allowing you to easily control it from your phone.

Add a bonus doTERRA cedar wood essential oil to get her started.

7) Wood Lanterns

by west elm

Beautiful lanterns are huge right now!  Gift a beautiful pair of lanterns and surprise her by setting up the patio for a romantic evening for two. Serve champagne along with her favorite dessert, and use the lanterns to create a special ambience. She’ll love it!

8) Personalized Wood Votive Candle Holder

by rusticcraftdesign

If lanterns aren’t her style, how about a beautiful centrepiece made of solid wood? This special piece can be customized with your choice of wood and hand engraved.

Our favorite is the reclaimed pine wood option. Place pillar candles for a romantic glow, or try adding dried botanicals or some tiny succulents.

9) S’well Stainless Steel Water Bottle in Teakwood

by S'well

A S’wells stainless steel water bottle in Teakwood makes for a fun 5th anniversary gift, for those who enjoy sports or heading to the gym.

10) Wood Garden Bench

by Beachcrest Home

Five years into a marriage means you may be proud home owners with a lovely back garden.  If gardening is her thing, a wood bench will not only make a beautiful addition to your backyard, but also provide wonderful memories every time you sit in it. I love these types of gifts that you can keep admiring long after the anniversary date.

11) Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Ring

by Blue Nile

Nothing could be more fitting for your 5th anniversary than an eternity ring with the representative sapphire gemstone. This striking ring is made to be stacked gracefully with her wedding band or engagement ring. Each time she looks down at her finger she will be reminded of 5 fantastic years together.

12) Bouquet of Daisies

by The Bouqs co

Bright and happy, a bouquet of fresh daisies is guaranteed to please. Whatever the season, these flowers will bring that sunshiney feeling of when you first fell in love.

1) Wood Stump Side Table

by west elm

My brother-in-law fancied this same wood stump side table for his ensuite bathroom, to use beside the bathtub. It is a great spot to hold a candlestick, the phone, and a glass of wine!!

Sleek, manly, and sophisticated for a modern living space.

2) Outdoor Fire Table

by Outland Living

Picture a romantic evening by the fire, huddled together under the stars. Perhaps a splash of champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, and a cozy blanket as well.

Hopefully you still have special moments like this even after 5 years of marriage. Make them happen more frequently by gifting him a breathtaking fire table like the one pictured, and plan a romantic evening for the two of you. This is truly a gift that will keep on giving for many years to come.

3) Wood Adirondack Chair

by Lifetime

If he already has a fire pit (or you don’t have a large enough space for one), how about a fantastic wood Adirondack chair instead?

I remember growing up that my neighbor had adirondack chairs on his back deck. They were super comfortable to lounge in the hot summer sun, and the arm rests were the perfect size to hold a cool beverage.

4) Wood Docking Station

by BigLemur

Sometimes a little organization goes a long way. Loving the look of this tablet/phone docking station in wood!

5) Personalized Cutting Board

Got a culinary master in your life? A beautiful wood cutting board made of either maple or walnut makes for a lovely personalized gift for the gourmand.

6) Personalized Wood Photo Album

By Etsy: RedBerryGuestBooks

This could be a gift for either him or her.  Five years is a wonderful milestone and you have most certainly accomplished a lot in that time.  Gather the best photos from the past 5 years, and make a fitting memento housed by this monogram wood photo album.

7) Genuine Wood Headphones with Mic

by SIVGA

A great mix of quality and price for these unique looking pair of wood headphones from SIVGA. Loving the look of the handcrafted real wood.

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