2 years of wedding - what to give for the anniversary

Time flies by. It seems that just recently the solemn wedding march ended, and the newlyweds exchanged wedding rings - symbols of their mutual love and fidelity. And now a significant date is approaching - our 2nd wedding anniversary. What does it symbolize? This is not just a reason to get together with friends and family. This is a long journey traveled by a young family, when spouses get to know each other’s characters and habits and establish family life. Traditionally, the 2nd wedding anniversary is celebrated with rituals that help strengthen the marriage union, improve mutual understanding, in an atmosphere of mutual love and tenderness.

Paper wedding

Many people ask the question: if family life is 2 years old, what wedding will be celebrated on this memorable date? Traditionally it is called “paper”. Indeed, during this period, the feelings experienced by spouses for each other are still quite fragile and need to be strengthened in every possible way. In order for family life to delight with harmonious relationships, it is necessary every day to remember that all-consuming passion and tenderness that have become a reliable foundation for marital relationships, and to preserve love in our hearts.

At first, the newlyweds are absorbed in each other. The rest of the world is of little importance to them, because during this period all efforts are devoted to enjoying closeness and creating a comfortable life. The spouses get accustomed to their new capacity, learn to do business together and study each other’s habits and characteristics, establishing small, cute traditions that gradually become strong walls protecting the home from the storms of the outside world.

Two years is a milestone beyond which new, not always pleasant, problems and concerns may well arise. The period when post-wedding euphoria subsides and the time begins to consciously work on joint feelings and relationships. Conflicts often arise, seemingly over trifles, and everyday problems arise that need to be solved. If a baby is born at this time, new worries arise that are difficult for young people to cope with. That is why the two-year wedding anniversary is called a paper anniversary - family relationships are strengthened, but one awkward move is enough for a gap to appear, or even the life together to be completely shattered into pieces. Celebrating their second wedding anniversary reminds spouses of the love that brought them together. Helps to tune in to each other, evokes feelings of affinity and respect for the partner, which determine future family life.

Signs and traditions for 2 years from the wedding day

In China and Japan, celebrating a wedding date every four years has been customary since ancient times. In Europe and America, celebrating wedding anniversaries first began in the 19th century. According to the research of some ethnographers, the custom was adopted in Russia shortly before the revolution, at the end of the 19th century. In 1978, thanks to Lvov’s note in the newspaper, the tradition found an enthusiastic response among the residents of the Soviet Union. Only married spouses and families with experience began to punctually celebrate paper, tin, and gold weddings, adding a unique Russian flavor to the celebrations. What signs and customs accompany a paper wedding?

The table must be covered with a paper tablecloth, napkins and decorations must also be made of this material, so that subsequent family life will be full of happy days.
A large denomination paper bill placed in the newlywed’s shoe will help to attract wealth and prosperity into the home on this day. Another money sign tells the wife to dance barefoot, holding her shoes in her hand. And those who wish to keep her company must pay for this privilege with paper money placed in these shoes. The more money you have, the richer your life will be.
The house on this day should have as many paper items, decorations, and souvenirs as possible. They even choose cotton clothes, decorating them with flowers and garlands made of colored paper - according to Chinese tradition, this brings people together on a spiritual level and attracts happiness to the home.
Letters, always written in your own hand on good paper, help to better understand each other and build trust. The messages are sealed and given to the spouse, who can voice it out loud or keep it just for himself to re-read and feel the love and support of his partner every time.
On this day, it is customary to make a joint contribution for an expensive purchase in the future, for example, your own home, a piece of land, an expensive car.
If one of the spouses dreams of a paper ribbon on the night of their anniversary, then a quick move to another city or country is possible.
Guests should give the newlyweds a matryoshka doll full of good wishes.
If the first gift is a banknote, then the family will live happily ever after.
For a wife to receive an unexpected gift in the form of a bouquet of paper flowers is a sign of the imminent birth of a child, especially a girl.
If the wife wears old comfortable shoes at a holiday, then family life will be long.

There is no need to arrange an overly lavish celebration. A paper wedding is a celebration for the closest people and trusted friends, in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

Reviews

Victoria, Tver

“For my sister’s paper wedding, I gave towels with the initials of the spouses. They were very pleased; in my opinion, towels will always be useful in the household.”

Tatyana, Cheboksary

“It didn’t take me long to choose what to give my husband for a paper wedding; I gave him a wallet, since he lost the old one. My husband really liked the gift, and he gave me a beautiful notebook. In general, I think that a gift is not as important as the attention itself.”

Svetlana, Vladivostok

“I gave my colleague a paper envelope with banknotes for her second wedding anniversary. The spouses decide what gift to give themselves.”

Ekaterina, Nizhny Novgorod

“I gave my friend two tickets to a concert of their favorite band for her paper wedding; she and her husband had so many unforgettable experiences.”

Anna, Rostov-on-Don

“I gave my friends books in a beautiful edition on their second wedding anniversary. I believe that a book will always be a good and win-win gift if you know the preferences and tastes of loved ones.”

Irina, Chita

“My work colleagues gave me printer paper and a set of beautiful napkins for my husband and I’s paper wedding; they came in handy for us in everyday life. I love practical gifts and gave my sister a set of bed linen for her paper wedding.”

Olga, Saratov

“My husband gave me a bouquet of chocolates for our paper wedding. The bouquet was very beautiful and most importantly, delicious, in my opinion, this is very unusual. And I gave him a canvas and new paints, he is my artist.”

Natalya, Krasnoyarsk

“I gave my niece and her husband a blanket for their paper wedding; they had just moved to a new apartment and were settling in.”

Inga, Barnaul

“I gave my son and his wife money for their second wedding anniversary, because I think that money is the best gift. And they themselves decided what they needed.”

Veronica, Izhevsk

“For my husband and I’s paper wedding, we were given a photo album, puzzles with our image, and board games. I gave my colleague a desk calendar.

Galina, Orel

“I spent a long time choosing what to give my brother and his wife for a paper wedding; for a long time I couldn’t decide. I wanted to give something original, and the choice fell on a joint photo shoot, they were very pleased.”

Elena, Veliky Novgorod

“For my friend’s paper wedding, I gave pillows with pictures of the spouses, which I think is very original. A colleague at work also has an anniversary soon, and I’m thinking of giving her an anti-stress coloring book and an envelope with money.”

Anastasia, Vladivostok

“For a paper wedding, I gave my sister a very beautiful and unusual gift - a 3D LED table lamp with a remote control. It’s very cool, in the shape of two hearts, perfect for a wedding anniversary. Glows with a soft neon light and creates a pleasant atmosphere. My sister was absolutely delighted. She later said that this lamp radically changed her and her husband’s bedroom for the better, giving it more comfort and family warmth. In general, I didn’t go wrong with the gift, and it’s always nice to please your beloved sister with pleasant gifts, you know.”

Olga, Ryazan

“Just a couple of weeks ago, my best friend had a significant event in her life - a paper wedding. Oh, I had to think about the gift for a long time, my imagination was completely gone, and then I remembered that she really loves to cook with me, and especially bake all sorts of delicious things. I went to a household appliances store, looked at a very cool modern waffle iron for Belgian waffles, and at first glance I realized that she would definitely be pleased with such a gift. Don’t give a blender or a slow cooker... It’s kind of banal, but a waffle iron, in my opinion, is very cool for someone who loves to cook. And as it turned out, I was right, my friend checked it out, and now she’s treating me to delicious waffles!”

Maria, Moscow

“I gave my cousin an unforgettable gift for her paper wedding - I gave her a certificate for a SPA session for two, and in one of the best SPA salons in the city. The fact is that she has been working a lot lately, gets tired, and ultimately doesn’t find time to rest. But this is wrong, you need to spend more time with your beloved husband. And finally, this important date became an occasion to remind her of this. They had a great time there, had a good rest, and relaxed. She then told me all about this salon, I really liked it!) And her husband, apparently, appreciated my gift. So, instead of boring presents, I will always try to give exceptionally bright emotions!”

Inna, Krasnodar

“I didn’t bother with a gift for a friend for a paper wedding for a long time; long before that I decided that I would give a portrait of a couple from a photograph. I have a very good photo where she and her husband turned out very cool, so they drew from it. I found a great artist, she did everything with high quality, it turned out just gorgeous. IMHO, it’s always nice to receive such gifts, because they are beautiful, creative, and add to the overall comfort in the home. The young couple are very happy, my gift is now on their bedroom wall!”

How is it customary to celebrate a paper wedding?

Traditionally, a paper wedding is celebrated in a warm, cozy home environment. But lately, more and more often, married couples prefer to book tables in cafes or rent a banquet hall. A cheerful, cheerful atmosphere is welcomed at this holiday, so it is worth creating an interesting scenario with comic jokes, toasts, and competitions. Or invite professional presenters with their own program.

Original ideas

How to celebrate a two-year wedding anniversary? The most important thing is a positive attitude and close people nearby! The most popular ideas for holding a paper wedding:

go out into nature: have a family picnic, a hiking trip for several days, rent a house at a base in a picturesque area, go to the sea, river or lake to combine a holiday with swimming, boat trips, water attractions;
in winter you can go ice skating or skiing, rent rooms in a forest boarding house, organize competitions in making snowmen, creating married couples with children, organize sledding, horseback riding, dog or reindeer sledding;
you can combine a feast in a homely atmosphere and a friendly walk around the city with visits to parks, attractions and other interesting places, depending on the mood and preferences of the spouses.

To capture all the details of the holiday, you can hire a professional cameraman or ask one of the guests for the service. You can not only film what is happening, but also interview husband and wife, their relatives and friends, so that later you can edit a real film.

A wonderful end to the evening will be the launching of paper lanterns or sending paper boats down the river, as well as colorful fireworks.

Romantic idyll - 10 gifts for two only

You can give each other a romantic gift - this way the couple will remember the holiday for a long time. There is no need to think about what to give your significant other for the second anniversary if you are offered:

Joint trip abroad. Weddings and anniversaries are events to go on a journey together. Visit the most romantic places in France or Venice.
Romantic dinner in a restaurant. Book live music to play for you. Enjoy being with each other.
A trip to nature with an overnight stay. Buy a tent and go to the lake, admire the starry sky, enjoy the fresh air.
Joint visit to the spa.
Traveling in a hot air balloon.
A picnic is a solution for busy couples. Arrange dinner or lunch in nature; it will take a few hours, but will be remembered for a long time.
The day of creating a photo album where your memories from the 2nd anniversary will be stored.
Joint photo shoot in unusual images.
Romantic dinner at home by candlelight.
An exhibition that you have been meaning to go to for a long time, or a performance.

Festive menu for the anniversary

On the day of a paper wedding, it is customary that the spouse prepares food for the guests personally - according to signs, if the guests like the dishes, the family will not know the need for food. No special frills are needed; the menu is quite traditional for any holiday:

baked, stewed meat;
sausage and cold cuts;
salads, fresh vegetables and fruits;
fish and poultry, various meat products - cutlets, dumplings, pies;
sweet pastries and, of course, a cake or sweet pie baked by the hostess herself.

It is better to replace strong alcoholic drinks with light wine and champagne. Just as new wine plays merrily, the life of the young will be carefree and happy. You can decorate the table with patterned paper napkins, origami figures, artificial flowers, snowflakes cut out of paper, and garlands.

What to give for a paper wedding?

What to give for your 2nd wedding anniversary? This question is very exciting, because you want to please your loved one and maintain traditions. Anniversary holidays are different in that spouses also give each other gifts. And these small, not necessarily expensive, gifts show how much the habits and preferences of the other half have been studied. They can be personal, or of the same type, differing only in content according to the taste of the recipient. What kind of gifts can be for couples?

Gift books of your favorite genres. Many people love to read, and a good book is always a wonderful gift. If your partner’s tastes are known, you can guess not only the topic, but also the specific publication. Of course, books for spouses should not be the same.
Another win-win option is to subscribe to magazines based on your interests. To do this, you need to know the hobbies of your other half, but the result will exceed all expectations.
If spouses support the same football team or are fans of a music group, you can purchase chic posters or banners as a gift.
Diaries, notepads and other similar products in an elite design will be useful for a housewife, an entrepreneur, and a student.
You can please your soul mate with a poem composed in her or his honor, or a short story describing the merits of the chosen one.
On the day of a paper wedding, handmade gifts are especially appreciated - knitted items, crafts, cute souvenirs, shock boxes, small things to create home comfort.

And, of course, you should not ignore beautiful printing - greeting cards of original design, decorative envelopes. You can send a gorgeous congratulatory telegram to your spouse or write a letter of good wishes indicating the date when it can be opened.

Gifts for wife

Selecting gifts for your beloved hostess, and even those in the theme of a paper wedding, is not an easy task. You need to know well and take into account the individuality of a person in order to please with a surprise. In its own way, searching for gifts for a paper wedding is a test of knowledge of the inner world of a loved one. And women are especially supportive of men who don’t forget to please them with a small gift on memorable dates. What can you choose?

Creator's Kit. If your wife loves to indulge in making papier-mâché, appliques, and drawing in her spare time, this will be the best sign of attention for her.
Every self-respecting housewife needs a beautiful cookbook. And there will be plenty of space to copy down numerous pieces of paper with your favorite dishes.
Gift certificates to a favorite store or beauty salon allow the spouse to independently choose a gift for herself, while wholeheartedly thanking the spouse for his attention and sensitivity.
Puzzles and coloring books are a wonderful anti-stress activity that can captivate you for a long time.
A wonderful gift would be a photo album for the family archive or original photo frames for the wall, table or shelf.

The souvenir should be wrapped in gift paper or placed in a beautiful box.

Gifts for husband

Showing attention to your beloved man on your wedding anniversary is a necessary and important thing! All that remains is to show your imagination and choose a gift that suits his taste.

A planner, business diary or diary with a high-quality pen is always practical, stylish and durable. You can make a beautiful engraving in a printing house or write your wishes by hand.
Playful gifts for the occasion will lift your spirits and allow you to diversify family life with role-playing games: for example, a checkbook of wishes, each sheet of which gives a unique right to “Erotic dance”, “Gala dinner”, “Going to the cinema or theater”, “Massage” or even one-time “Full Forgiveness”; you can give a roll of toilet paper with a colored print in the form of money, fruit, or celebrity faces; friendly cartoons; set of decorative cards.
For a travel lover, a large globe or a wall-sized map of the world, countries, or a large atlas of Russian cities and roads will be perfect.
A large paper cake with many slices-boxes with small surprises is perfect for this wonderful holiday. You can put the following gifts, focusing on your spouse’s preferences: good candies, bottles of elite alcohol, a lighter, a keychain, a flashlight, cufflinks or rosary beads, stone balls for relaxation.
A wonderful gift for a loved one is a box or vase with small paper notes rolled into rolls. The gift is called “One Hundred Reasons Why I'm Crazy About You,” and the number of confessions should be appropriate.

For an inexpensive status gift, a leather wallet or passport cover, or any other document, is suitable.

Original gifts from guests

The traditions of a paper wedding say: gifts from dear guests should only be given jointly, for both spouses. It is the family, as an indivisible whole, that is honored at this holiday. You shouldn’t choose expensive things, the most important thing is to show attention and a little warmth. The basis of the gift, as it should be on this day, should be something paper.

Board games are not only an opportunity to spend an evening fruitfully, with passion and imagination, but also an excellent foundation for the future, when the children in the family grow up and enjoy playing Monopoly with their parents.
Chinese paper lanterns are a fragile miracle that is launched into the sky with the hope of future happiness.
Tickets to the next premiere in a movie or theater, to sports matches or concerts, to an exhibition or fashion show are a win-win option that will bring real pleasure to a married couple. You just need to choose a cultural or entertainment event to suit your taste.
Photo albums are wonderful gifts for families; you can never have too many of them, especially considering the future addition to the family. You can also give a colorful calendar with luxurious paintings or useful information, or a collage with photographs of family members and their pets.
Modern gift certificates provide enormous opportunities in full accordance with the hobbies of lovers. It is worth choosing services that will evoke unusual, pleasant emotions and bring a lot of pleasure: parachute jumping, a swimming pool, a Russian-style steam bath, various master classes, massage - there are a lot of options.

If the guest knows how to speak congratulatory speeches well and beautifully, you can make an original gift by beautifully arranging a toast or poem in a printing house and pronouncing them during the feast.

One of the most common gifts for a paper wedding is money in the form of banknotes. But they can also be presented in an original manner, so that there is something to remember and discuss, and leave a pleasant impression of a generally trivial gift.

Money bag. You can buy or sew a bag from rich-looking fabric and fill it with banknotes, tying the neck.
Set of sweets. Another creative way to give money so that there is something to remember is to wrap each bill in a candy wrapper, in foil like a small chocolate bar, or just a beautiful opaque film, and put them in a box or vase. The surprise will definitely work.
A bouquet of banknotes is another non-standard solution. Sketches and design options can be found on the Internet or use the services of a master florist.
Everyone has heard the call: “Keep your money in the bank!”, It’s time to put it into practice. The jar can be of various sizes, from mayonnaise to three-liter. You can roll it up on top, seal it with a plastic lid, tie it with parchment or any paper.
A money tree made of twigs, spruce paws or slats, on which banknotes grow instead of leaves, will help you implement a creative approach. You can decorate an ordinary indoor plant in this way, for example, a cactus or violet.
A children's bucket full of banknotes and the shovel attached to it will become a clear embodiment of the motto: “Rake money with a shovel!” Undoubtedly, this gift will not only bring prosperity to the house, but will also evoke a sea of positive emotions.
You can stuff a balloon with banknotes, fill it with helium and burst it over the heads of the spouses, causing a real rain of money.
You can create an original money envelope with your own hands by choosing the design and materials that suit the occasion. The field for creativity is huge: the choice of paper and decorations is limited only by the artist’s imagination. These can be feathers, straddling, appliqués, lace, etc. You can purchase a ready-made envelope if you like its design.

Crafts made from banknotes depicting animals, birds, fish or plants look very organic. But you will have to show a lot of patience and skill so as not to damage fragile money, because this gift has not only aesthetic, but also financial value.

How to organize a pleasant surprise?

The main motive for celebrating the second wedding anniversary is paper in all its forms. Therefore, the more of it is present in the gift, the better. It’s not enough to pack a souvenir in a beautiful wrapper; you can do it creatively.

Matryoshka boxes make it possible to give your gift with humor: the chosen item is placed in a colorfully decorated box, which, in turn, is placed in a larger box. There can be any number of such layers. At the same time, it is advisable to provide the boxes with humorous and encouraging inscriptions and good wishes.
Another option is miracle cabbage. The gift is wrapped sequentially in many layers of paper of various colors and textures, and tied with twine or ribbon. To get to the surprise, you will have to unwrap all the layers, and the original size of the gift will cause surprised admiration.
An original gift box is a valuable thing in itself. It can be in the shape of a heart, a flower, a polygon, or have the appearance of an animal, a bird, or various objects.
Gift in the snow. The selected souvenir is placed in a box that is noticeably larger in size. After which the free space is filled with thin strips of colored corrugated or craft paper.

An excellent choice for gift wrapping would be a paper bag with a photo. This could be a magnificent landscape, representatives of flora or fauna, a photograph of the newlyweds, gift inscriptions and pictures.

For your beloved husband - 20 gifts for the 2nd anniversary

A man should choose a wedding anniversary gift based on his interests. For example it could be:

A set for a fisherman, which will include fishing gear.
Car set. Assemble it yourself, your husband will appreciate your efforts. Add the keys that are needed in the car, fragrances, etc.
An original business card is a gift for a business person who has his own business.
Stylish cane umbrella.
Tie. You should choose according to the man’s style: narrow or wide, dark or light, with or without a pattern.
Certificate for a store related to my husband’s hobby.
Romantic dinner prepared by yourself. To prepare such a gift for your 2nd wedding anniversary, show your imagination in setting the table and choosing dishes, and be responsible about your own appearance.
Hardcover diary.
Wallet or purse.
A book that the man had long wanted to read.
A day without a wife. Discuss a date when your husband can spend the whole day surrounded by friends or computer games.
Game console.
Checkbook of desires.
Annual gym membership.
A video where the most memorable moments will be reflected.
Erotic dance performed by you.
Spa day.
Certificate for merits shown by the spouse during a 2-year period of marriage.
Cake with a themed signature.
Personalized towel.