3rd Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas
Author: Carrie O’Donnell
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So, it’s been three years since you said ‘I Do’ and you’re about to celebrate your 3rd wedding anniversary but now you’re wondering what to buy your other half. We’ve done the hard work for you and found some unique and creative anniversary gifts to help inspire you.
Traditionally, the third wedding anniversary gift is leather. Leather is a flexible and durable material which represents the first three years you’ve spent together as a married couple, and any challenges you have worked through and faced together. Leather embodies all the qualities of a successful marriage; it’s flexible, strong, warm, durable and resilient.
The modern alternative for a 3rd wedding anniversary gift is crystal or glass. Crystal and glass have a special beauty and although are both fragile, they signify a maturing marriage.
We’ve put together 20 wedding anniversary gifts to help inspire you when choosing the perfect gift for your partner with both the traditional leather theme, and also the modern crystal/glass theme to inspire both you and your partner.
Traditional Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts
1. Couples Keyring Set With Heart
This leather keyring set with a heart design is ideal for a third wedding anniversary and can be personalised on one or both sides. All the text is hand-stamped making this a unique and romantic 3rd wedding anniversary gift.
2. Leather Anniversary Time Card
This is an unusual 3rd wedding anniversary gift that accurately represents the amount of time you and your partner have been married, with a three year countdown with the length of time displayed in years, hours, minutes and seconds. This is personalised with your names and your wedding date at the top of the card.
3. Vintage Leather Anniversary Rose With Glass Vase
This beautiful handmade vintage leather rose is made using genuine soft leather, and comes gift-wrapped in a glass vase. This gift combines both the modern and traditional third wedding anniversary gifts in one, so this really is a perfect gift!
4. Leather Engraved Wedding Photograph
This gift laser engraves your wedding photograph onto leather and is a fantastic anniversary keepsake.
5. Vegan Leather Wallet
This luxury, ethical vegan wallet is handcrafted using eco leather that’s made from renewably sourced corn. You also have the option to personalise this gift too with your partners’ initials or your anniversary date.
6. Abbi Loom Bag
This gorgeous handbag is made using Matt and Nat’s signature vegan leather along with eco-friendly materials including recycled nylon. This is a luxurious wedding anniversary gift that your partner will love!
7. Personalised Leather Embossed Passport Holder
This embossed passport holder would be a great 3rd anniversary gift for your partner if they travel a lot with work, or perhaps to accompany tickets for a surprise getaway together!
8. Leather Jewellery Organiser
If your partner loves jewellery then this gorgeous jewellery organiser would be an ideal third anniversary gift. Made from leather, this can be personalised with an additional tiny ring box, or even a matching leather luggage tag.
9. Leather Coasters And Holder
If you’re looking for a wedding anniversary gift for the home for your partner then these leather coasters would be ideal. They come in their own leather holder and can be personalised on the coasters, the holder or both.
10. Pocket Envelope Wrap Journal
We love these envelope wrap journals and think they make a stylish and traditional wedding anniversary gift. They are made using the highest grade leather and have leather ties to close.
11. Personalised Photo Leather Bookmark
This handmade leather bookmark is such a cute gift for anyone who loves to read! It is made using soft and flexible leather and can be printed with your chosen image & wording. This would look great with your favourite wedding photograph printed on.
12. Vintage Leather Satchel
This handmade, vintage leather satchel is a stylish gift for your partner and can be used for both work and pleasure and will look even better with age. You can make this gift even more special by personalising it with your partners initials.
13. Personalised Framed Vegan Leather Heart
This is a beautiful memento of your third wedding anniversary and is also ethical as it is made using 100% vegan leather. It features leather thongs woven into a Celtic heart and can be personalised with your names and your anniversary date.
14. Leather Cuff links
These gorgeous cuff links are a perfect gift for your partner and are made using off-cuts from the company’s full grain leather belts. They will compliment both smart and casual outfits meaning your partner can wear them at work or on a day off!
15. Genuine Leather Rugby Ball On Plinth
This is the perfect third anniversary gift for any sports fan! Handmade in the UK, this is a beautiful decorative piece that is presented on a purposely carved wood plinth. It can also be personalised with your own message on the front.
16. Mont Blanc Leather & Stainless Steel Belt
This gift exudes luxury and is perfect if your partner works in an office and has to wear smart attire. Made using the finest leather, it features the Mont Blanc motif on the front too. A very luxurious third anniversary gift!
Modern Crystal Anniversary Gifts
17. Rose Quartz Crystal Cheese Platter
This unique crystal gift will add luxury and elegance to your home, and can be used as a platter or even a table centrepiece. If you’re looking for a unique 3rd wedding anniversary gift, then this would be perfect.
18. Crystal Glass Tumblers
This set of six crystal glass tumblers is a beautiful third anniversary gift and will be a welcome addition to any dinner party.
19. Heavy Weight Crystal Whisky Decanter
This gift is perfect for all whiskey lovers, and would create a wonderful third wedding anniversary gift and centre piece for your home bar or drinks cabinet. You can also add a personalised message along the side of the decanter to make it extra special.
20. Waterford Love Forever Champagne Flutes
Nothing shows the beauty and elegance of true love, than these beautiful champagne flutes. They are delicately crafted and feature a heart cut pattern which will represent the love and excitement you both felt on your wedding day. You could compliment with a bottle of your favourite champagne too!
We hope you have found inspiration and have some fantastic ideas for your third wedding anniversary gift! If you’re feeling inspired or motivated to be organised, view our fourth wedding anniversary gift ideas.