Every year of marriage is worth celebrating, but especially when you’ve been going a decade strong. Traditionally, tin or aluminum is meant to commemorate the 10th wedding anniversary. Known for their resilience and inability to rust, they symbolize the durability of your marriage. But if you want to give—or receive—a bit more glamorous of a gift, you might prefer the more modern 10th-anniversary theme of diamonds. By year 10, your marriage is just as beautiful as that glittering rock.
"The most important thing about a gift is the thought that goes into it," says etiquette expert Myka Meier. "A photo that is in a frame and beautifully wrapped, or even something you made, can be a great option that may not cost a lot of money but does show a lot of thought."
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From tin to aluminum to diamonds, we’ve researched and rounded up high-quality gift options based on their level of thoughtfulness, durability, and proximity to either the traditional or modern 10-year anniversary theme. Plus, we added a few practical gifts that make a great addition to any home.
For sparkling jewelry that will wow your partner, the Dana Rebecca Designs 'Sylvie Rose' Diamond Bar Pendant Necklace and the White Space Continuity Ring both make an excellent choice. For the couple who loves to cook? Order the Rachael Ray Create Delicious Nonstick Cookware Set or the Everdure CUBE Portable Charcoal Grill—then use them on your anniversary to cook a special dinner for two!
Read on for the best 10th-anniversary gifts.
Anniversary Gifts Date Night Dice
Turn choosing your next date into a fun little game with the tin date night dice. Two dice feature 36 date night ideas, from making a homemade pizza to having a movie night. Roll one for a short date or two for a long date, and see where the spontaneity will take you for the night!
Lucky Tusk Tree Roots Art Poster
Symbolize the roots you’ve planted over the past 10 years with a customized metal print of a tree. It’s designed to feature two red love birds against the white tree branches, with your and your spouse’s initials at the base of the trunk and your anniversary date below the roots. It’s made in an aluminum and tin blend with a high gloss finish.
Image 3D Create Your Own Reel Viewer
Gather seven of your favorite photos of the two of you from the past 10 years and put them into a nostalgic medium: a reel viewer. You’ll receive a made-to-order reel that you can then pop into the reel viewer. If seven photos aren’t enough, you can purchase additional reels.
Aligned Adventures Tin Anniversary Mug
A mug illustrated with a lake, kayakers, and evergreen trees is perfect for the adventurous couple. Add both of your names and the date of your wedding anniversary for a custom touch. It holds up to 10 fluid ounces and features a tin rim.
Lennie Arifin Custom Portrait
A photograph speaks a thousand words, but so does a custom illustration. Send in images of you and your spouse, and the artist will color you both to life. Customize it down to every last detail, from the clothes you both wear to your hairstyles. You’ll soon have a piece of a special piece of personalized art on your hands.
Wendy Gold Studios Personalized Anniversary World Map
Help them map out their adventures–past and future–with this sentimental keepsake. This vintage-inspired world map comes complete with pushpins and is personalized with names and a date. After ten years together, the adventure is just beginning!
mpix Metal Prints
This is a sentimental, wall-worthy gift that they'll treasure forever. Whether you choose a current family portrait or go with a throwback to your wedding, printing the photo on tin will give it special meaning for your tenth anniversary.
New York Times Custom Anniversary Book
The New York Times Custom Anniversary Book captures the most historical moments that happened every year on your anniversary, with a personalized cover stamped with your names in gold. It makes for a classic and personal coffee table book to celebrate a decade of marriage.
Minted Letterpress Vows Art Print
A decade later, turn back to your vows with a personalized print. Whether it’s your entire vows or just a few of your favorite words, put them in the font of your choice and they’ll be transformed into a custom piece of art. We love the idea of hanging them over your bed or setting them atop your dresser.
Dana Rebecca Designs Diamond Bar Pendant Necklace
A dainty diamond necklace can make an outfit, and this pretty one fits the bill. A gold chain—in either rose, yellow, or white—leads to a diamond pavé bar for a touch of sparkle at the collarbone. It’s a classic piece of jewelry that can be dressed up or dressed down.
Rachael Ray Create Delicious 13-Piece Aluminum Nonstick Cookware Set
Upgrade your cooking staples with this 13-piece aluminum cookware set. Available in a variety of bold colors, it’s as pretty as it is functional. The pieces feature a nonstick surface for easy cleanup, flared rims for easy pouring, a stainless steel base for durability, and silicone handles that make for heat-free handling.
Jewelry Everyday “My Best Catch” Aluminum Key Chain
A baseball-themed key chain featuring a baseball mitt charm will be a sweet reminder of your special day for the MLB lover. Customize an aluminum tag, which is already engraved with the inscription “My Best Catch,” with the date of your anniversary. This gift will be a home run.
Picnic Time Backpack Chair
Step up your outdoor game with a camping chair that has it all. Made of polyester and aluminum, it has the trademark X-crossed legs and a flat-panel seat. But it also includes two insulated beverage pockets, a storage pocket, and a fold-out side table for your food. That’s not to mention built-in backpack straps for when you’re on the go.
White Space Continuity Ring
Symbolize your unending love with a continuity ring that seems to go on forever. Made of recycled gold, it stretches for one inch and features a delicate conflict-free diamond at its base. Somehow, it manages to make a statement while giving off a dainty air at the same time.
Everdure Cube Portable Grill
A portable grill will be sure to delight the outdoorsy couple. The Everdure CUBE is compact and lightweight, complete with several functions that make grilling easier than ever. A bottom heat protection shield lets you place it anywhere, while a storage tray holds all supplies and a removable charcoal tray provides easy clean-up.
Winc Gift Card
No one needs to be a sommelier to appreciate a monthly wine club membership. You can gift them with a one-month, three-month, or six-month commitment to drinking wine from Winc, which has a revolving door of wines to choose from. It even sends wine recommendations based on a palate profile.
Brooklinen Luxe Move-In Bundle
A good bed is an investment in your sleep and peace of mind, but it doesn’t stop at the mattress. With this deluxe bundle, you will feel like you’re sleeping in a cloud. The set includes 480-thread count luxe sateen sheets, a comforter, and two pillows.
Everything Etched AZ Etched Wine Glass
A set of two personalized wine glasses will make quality time that much more special—it's the perfect invitation to unwind at the end of the day. Each glass comes laser-etched with a floral monogram sign that will sit above your last name. You'll want to display these on your bar cart for years to come.
Sonos Playbar
Specially tuned by Oscar-winning sound engineers, the Sonos Play Bar provides the ultimate home theater experience. Controllable from the phone or a remote, it enhances sound effects and makes dialogue crystal clear. This gift is more of a splurge, but it will be worth it for all your at-home movie nights to come.
Objecto Aroma Diffuser
A diffuser that can double as decor, the Objecto W2 is sleek and small enough to blend in with everything else on the dresser. It runs for four hours continuously, helping to create a soothing and relaxing ambiance. The sculptural shape comes in white or light wood grain tones.
Uncommon Goods Personalized Wedding Keepsake Library
This personalized wedding keepsake library is the perfect treasure box for all your favorite mementos from the big day a decade ago–a flower from the bridal bouquet, written vows, and the garter, to name a few. It features acid-free drawers, envelopes, fabric bags, and vertical files to keep everything organized so you can always look back on that special time together.
Minka Textured Pot
Plant parents can never have too many green kids, so we bet they’d appreciate another home for their latest philodendron. The textured style of this hand-painted cement vessel has a sophisticated bohemian edge. It comes in four sizes, from a six-inch in diameter to a large, 14.5 inch pot.
VRAI Solitaire Stud
You can't go wrong with a pair of classic diamond studs. With this style from Vrai, you can customize the cut, size, and type of metal. Lab grown diamonds make it more affordable without sacrificing any style.
Cuisinart Coffee Maker and Single Serve Brewer
A coffee maker is a must for any kitchen counter—even if you or your spouse doesn’t drink coffee, an overnight guest likely does. Besides, the Cuisinart Combo is also good for soup, tea, and hot chocolate, thanks to its instant hot water button. It has a K-cup compatible brewer, removable drip tray, and offers three serving sizes: six, eight, and 10 ounces.
Food52 Five Two Everyday Soft Cotton Napkins
Paper napkins are convenient and easy, but cloth napkins add an elevated touch to special occasions. Made from cotton, these are surprisingly soft, featuring vintage-inspired hem-stitching details for a casual look. You can choose a set of four from seven different colors or a set of six in either a cool or warm palette.
In Good Taste Tasting Flights
Cheers to 10 years by sipping on a mini flight of wines. There are four different themes to choose from including the California Wine Mixer, featuring favorites from the Golden State; Vine Voyage, take a trip to European vineyards; Uncommon Grapes, unexpected flavors; and Winemakers’ Favorites, a hand-selected curation from around the world.
ZPirates Bamboo Bath Mat
No more soggy bath mats! A floor-gripping rubber pad keeps this bamboo mat in place, while a lattice design promotes air circulation and a quick dry. The top coating is also water-resistant, promising a lifespan of up to four years.
Intelligent Change Let's Get Closer Table Talk Game
Elevate your date nights in with this innovative card game. Questions like “What would you like to learn?” and “What are you grateful for today?” will help you continue to connect over the years. It’s also a great game to whip out when entertaining friends for drinks.
CamelliaAndLove Wedding Ring Box
A customized wedding ring holder will keep rings safe and sound (and easy to spot) while showering or doing housework. Made of clear acrylic, it comes laser engraved with your last name centered in between both your first names and the wedding date. Two magnets help the box open and close.
Cuisinart Elemental Food Processor
A food processor is a kitchen essential. This trusty, tried-and-true model shreds, slices, and purees up to eight cups of food. Whether the chef wants to make soup, salsa, or coleslaw, this one will do it all.
Parachute Classic Bathroom Starter Bundle
There’s nothing better than stepping out of a shower into a soft towel, and Parachute’s Turkish cotton bath bundle is the ultimate luxury. Featuring a ribbed design, they’re super plush and free from synthetic dyes. The set includes six bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths each and comes in seven different colors.
A&R Cashmere Cable-Knit Cashmere Blend Throw
What’s cozier than something that’s both cable-knit and cashmere? Not much. This throw has some serious hygge vibes—it’s both classy and timeless, promising to look great slung over the back of the couch or across the edge of the bed.
Smeg 2-Slice Toaster
Retro mid-century meets the 21st century in this sleek design and expert function, complete with two extra-wide slots, six browning levels, and a removable crumb tray. It comes in SMEG’s signature fun colors and a powder-coated enamel finish that’s scratch and stain resistant. Now, all you need is a matching retro-style fridge.
Away The Carry-on: Aluminum Edition
Give the gift of travel with this jet-setting ready suitcase. Made from durable aluminum, it's strong enough to handle the wear-and-tear of long trips. Plus, it comes in dimensions that meet the requirement of most major airlines.
Gusto Nostro Stemmed Stainless Steel Wine Glasses
Never worry about spilled drinks or broken glass with this set of stainless steel wine glasses. The wide base creates more stability and the high-polished steel is unbreakable and resists scratches. With its ability to keep drinks colder than regular glasses, it is the perfect set to use by the pool.
Pillar of Salt Studio Infinity Aluminum Earrings
Not only are these earrings made from aluminum, but the infinity sign symbolizes your everlasting love. The stainless steel hooks ensure they won't irritate her ears and the design is lightweight and delicate. Choose between two different sizes.
Aurate Mini Letter Charm Pendant
If your partner prefers dainty jewelry over major bling, consider this mini charm diamond pendant. You can choose a letter that is most meaningful and it will encrusted with white, brilliant cut diamonds. Choose between 18k or 14k gold in white, yellow, or a rose tone.
VRAI Tennis Bracelet
After 10 years together, an entire row of diamonds feels right. A diamond tennis bracelet will never go out of styles and is loved by both those who love to layer jewelry or just wear a single piece. This one comes in both yellow and white gold and two different lengths for the best fit.
Chatham Plus Aluminum Beach Cruiser Bike
A beach cruiser is one of those items your partner may never buy for themselves, but would love as a gift. This model is super durable and easy to use with a rust-resistant, aluminum step-through frame, wider tires, and no-slip grips. Whether you live by the ocean or regularly vacation to the beach, this gift promises many good memories ahead.
Dedico Creations Aluminum
Aluminum is a great material for coasters, especially for those that love to hang out on their porch or in their backyard. You can choose between having your set customized with your initials, wedding date, or both. It's both a thoughtful and practical gift.
West Store Portugal 10 Years Aluminum Dish
Need a dish for your wedding rings—or any other special knick knacks? Go for this handmade aluminum dish. We love the cute "10 years and counting" message but you can also add a personalized engraving for a few extra bucks.
Voice and Sound 10 Year Anniversary Aluminum Gift
Every couple has a special song and this is hands down the coolest way to celebrate it. Simply give the name and artist of the song, and the Etsy creator will fuse the sound wave onto an aluminum plaque. It's the perfect gift for the music buff.
Etsy Modern Map Art Personalized Tin Star Map
Capture the most important places in your lives over the past 10 years in a custom anniversary map. You can mark where you met, the proposal, the wedding, or another major event, all on an heavy-duty aluminum plate.
Patricia Carlin Intersection of Love Photo Print
Memorialize your most important years together in a fun, unique print that depicts the intersection of your love. A customized street sign will feature both of your names as well as two years. We suggest choosing the year you met and the year you married, or the year you married and the year of your tenth anniversary. Opt for framing it to fit with the anniversary theme.
Chained Dragon Jewelry Aluminum Infinity Necklace
For the person who prefers silver jewelry over gold, consider this simple yet sentimental necklace. This handmade pendant is made in an infinity "love knot" design, with ten solid rings of aluminum to symbolize your decade of marriage, and two smaller rings that symbolize the two of you.
The Copper Poppy Custom Money Clip
This aluminum money clip comes with ten tally marks to mark a decade together. You can also customize the inside of the clip with a sweet note to express your love and appreciation.
Harney & Sons Tea Tin Set
Any tea lover will adore this scrumptious set in vintage tea tins. The Metropolitan Museum of Art partnered with Harney & Sons on this unique, art-inspired set of three tins, each filled with 20 sachets of a delicious tea blend. The flavors include Garden Therapy Green Herbal Tea, Hot Apple Spice Black Tea, and "Taste of British History".
Pirantin Anniversary 10 Year Metal Rose 100% Pure Casted Tin
If roses are her favorite flowers, gift her an everlasting bloom that will make her think of you always. This handcrafted rose is made from 100 percent tin and is the perfect accent to her desk or nightstand.
Meet the Expert
Myka Meier is an American-British entrepreneur, etiquette coach, and author. She is the founder of Beaumont Etiquette and co-founder of the Plaza Hotel’s Finishing Program.
What To Look For in a 10th Anniversary Gift
- Tin, the Traditional Gift: A symbol of strength and durability, tin is a perfect representation of a decade of marriage. From personalized artwork to utilitarian gifts, there's something for everyone. We especially love the Lucky Tusk Tree Roots Art Poster and the Tin Date Night Dice.
- Diamonds, the Modern Gift: There's a reason that diamonds are a girl's best friend. Diamonds will last forever, and they pretty much go with any outfit—they're classic, sophisticated, and elegant. If you really want to wow your partner, gift them the Dana Rebecca Designs 'Sylvie Rose' Diamond Bar Pendant Necklace.
- Thoughtful and Personalized Presents: Remember, the best gifts are not always the ones that cost the most. A sweet card, a handmade gift or an experience (think a special dinner at home or a hike to a favorite spot) can make a big impression. And adding custom touches and personalization will make a present feel even more thoughtful.
Why Trust Brides
Brides contributor Hillary Hoffower has over six years of experience writing for the wedding industry, covering everything from bridal fashion trends to wedding decor. She has an eye for design and quality that she takes into consideration when selecting gifts. She thinks you can’t go wrong with gifting a girl's best friend: diamonds.
- Myka Meier is an acclaimed etiquette expert and author.