The 25 Best 12th Anniversary Gifts to Celebrate Your Love

While an anniversary gift doesn’t have to follow any guidelines, the traditional theme for the twelfth anniversary is silk and linen gifts, and the modern theme is pearl gifts. Silk and linen are strong materials, made so by their tightly woven threads; they symbolize how couples grow stronger by weaving their lives together more and more tightly over time. Pearls are slowly and gradually formed into something beautiful and precious. They serve as a metaphor for the rare and valuable nature of the love couples share—a love which, like the oyster’s pearl, takes a lot of time and effort to perfect. It's also totally OK to skip the themed gifts altogether and go with something personalized or specific to your spouse's interests and passions.

“Seek gifts that encourage shared experiences and hold sentimental value,” says John Ruhlin, gifting expert, speaker, and author of Giftology. To help you find the perfect gift for your special person, we've researched and narrowed down the best options available. From customized keepsakes to cozy pieces for your home, we've found a variety of gifts for every style.

Parachute Linen Sheet Set

$319 at Nordstrom $349 at Parachute

After 12 years, chances are new sheets are in order, and it’s hard to go wrong with Parachute’s 100 percent European flax linen sheet set. These sheets are light and breathable, and they get softer and softer with every wash. They’re also eco-friendly, antimicrobial, durable, and insulating. And did we mention they come in a ton of gorgeous colors such as clay, surplus green, shore blue, and dove grey?

Paper Anniversary Love Personalized Linen Adventure Map

$109 at Etsy

You won’t find a better personalized gift for a couple who loves to travel together. This handmade linen adventure map features a heading with their names and the message “Adventuring together since [year].” It can be scaled (state, country, globe) depending on where they prefer to explore, and it comes with 10 customizable pushpins used to mark the locations where they shared their first date, adopted their first fur baby, got engaged, or bought their first home.

Rough Linen St. Barts Linen Robe

$170 at Roughlinen.com

No couple ever gets to spend as much time relaxing together as they’d like, but these unisex linen robes will help them make the most of their downtime. They’re light, cozy, and perfect for winding down, and their elegant shawl collars ensure that no one has to sacrifice style for comfort. For any unexpected busy moments, they have neat cuffs that can be rolled up, as well as convenient pockets.

Linen Roses Linen Anniversary Rose

$78 at Etsy

If you need a gift for someone who loves flowers, these linen roses are on theme, and they’ll be around for much longer than real ones. Just choose the color and number of roses you’d like and Linen Roses will send them to you in a special gift box, arranged with a branch of linen flax.

Anthropologie Lustered Drinking Glass

$56 at Anthropologie

These sets of pearly, lustered drinking glasses look like something out of a fairy tale, so they’re perfect for someone living happily ever after. You can choose from wine glasses with or without stems, coupe glasses, champagne flutes, and even shot glasses, all of which are accented with a golden rim that highlights their whimsical, ethereal look.

Rifle Paper Co. Silk Scarf

$80 $39 at Amazon View on Riflepaperco.com

A silk scarf is a wonderfully indulgent twelfth-anniversary gift, and this one from Rifle Paper Co. comes in five stunning varieties. If you’re buying for an art lover, we highly recommend the Rousseau scarf, named for the impressionist painter. Like his iconic art, this scarf features majestic creatures surrounded by the trees and flowers of their natural habitat. If you’re searching for something a bit brighter and cheerier, the other four floral scarves in the collection are equally beautiful.

Buttons and Pearl Personalized Wood and Linen Watch and Jewelry Box

$495 at Etsy

This gorgeous personalized accessory box is big enough for two, and it has sections for every type of jewelry. On the top, there are compartments for watches, cufflinks, earrings, and rings complete with linen watch pillows and ring rolls. The bottom consists of a removable valet tray with two long necklace compartments and five compartments for smaller items. Each box is handmade and highly customizable—select the wood type, stain color, engraving method, and location.

Pottery Barn Mother of Pearl Picture Frame

$44 at Pottery Barn

This mother-of-pearl picture frame comes in three sizes (4 x 6, 5 x 7, and 8 x 10 inches) and looks sophisticated and out of the ordinary on any wall or surface. It has an easel for countertop display and can be mounted as well. Give it with a special picture inside for a personal touch.

Melissa Ceramics Pearl Glazed Set of Decorative Bowls

$65 at Etsy

This set of decorative nesting bowls would make a lovely addition to any home. They’re handmade with porcelain, and their interiors are finished with a mesmerizing pearl glaze. They add a crisp, clean look to a mantlepiece, bookshelf, or coffee table and would make a gorgeous ring or earring holder for the vanity or nightstand.

Tie Bar Bali Dots Linen Pocket Square

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This polka-dotted linen pocket square will have your loved one looking sharp and feeling loved. It comes in royal blue and burnt orange and is the perfect addition to a spring or summer suit. If polka dots don’t work for them, don’t worry! The Tie Bar has over a hundred more linen pocket squares to choose from. 

Brooklinen 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

$59 at Amazon $64 at Zola $59 at Brooklinen

Celebrate love in luxury with these decadent, mulberry silk pillowcases. They’re breathable and cool to the touch, so they’re perfect for every season. They’ll also eliminate bad hair days—their delightfully smooth and soft texture reduces friction and, therefore, reduces frizz. They come in a lot of beautiful shades as well—emerald green, blush pink, ivory—so you have tons of options!

Cuddle Dreams Silk Throw Blanket

$96 at Amazon

Who wouldn’t want to celebrate their anniversary with the gift of exceptional cuddles? These mulberry silk throws are perfect for sharing (or hogging) during movie night—they’re light, breathable, hypoallergenic, and deliciously soft. They also serve as chic and simple living room accents, with handmade fringes at both ends and versatile color choices (taupe, ivory, grey, and light blue) that will work with any décor.

Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Eyemask

$29 at Amazon $29 at Zola $29 at Brooklinen

Want to see this relationship last another 12 years? Good sleep is key. This mulberry silk eye mask is perfect for afternoon naps and sleeping in—or blocking out the light your partner has to turn on when they get up first. Silk masks can also reduce creases around the eyes and protect hair and skin from damage and irritation caused by friction. Brooklinen’s masks come in fun colors and patterns such as cerulean blue, emerald green, and a black and white celestial motif.

Chan Luu Pearl Trinity Necklace

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Chan Luu’s pearl trinity necklace makes the perfect twelfth-anniversary gift for any jewelry lover, and it comes in four varieties suited to an array of tastes and skin tones. This necklace is somehow simple and bold at the same time, consisting of a sterling silver or 18K gold-plated sterling silver chain adorned with three freshwater pearls. We particularly love the gold, blush, and mauve pearls in the Champagne Mix necklace, but there are white pearl and grey pearl varieties as well.

Mejuri Pearl Half Eternity Ring

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With a yellow gold band set with 2 millimeter freshwater pearls, this sophisticated and dainty ring can be worn stacked or alone. We love that Mejuri uses recycled 14k solid gold that will not oxidize or discolor, perfect for everyday wear.

It’s available in sizes 4 to 10. Do be mindful of knocking the ring against objects; we don’t recommend wearing it to the gym or for manual labor as the pearls can fall out if not careful.

Cultiver Linen Sheet Set With Pillowcases

$390 at Cultiver.com

Enhance bedtime for you and your partner with these luxurious and breathable European flax, OEKO-TEX® certified linen sheets. With over 700 positive reviews, these sheets are quickly becoming a total cult favorite. The set includes two pillowcases, one fitted sheet, one flat sheet with an elegant border, and a linen bag for convenient storage.

They come in tons of beautiful colors to suit your style and in sizes from twin to California king. We especially love that these sheets are easy to care for—machine wash on warm and either tumble or line dry.

Mizar & Alcor Blue Sapphire Handwoven Linen and Cotton Towels (Set of 2)

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Sustainably made and handwoven on centuries-old looms in Turkey, this set of two towels by Mizar & Alcor has gorgeous rustic fringing and blue nautical stripes that are inspired by Mediterranean earth tones and textures. The fabric is a fast-drying blend of organic cotton and linen, perfect for the beach, pool, or on your next vacation.

Los Encajeros for Moda Domus Set-of-4 Save Venice Placemats

$795 at Modaoperandi.com

Spruce up the dining room with this gorgeous set of four linen placemats. Made in Spain, these placemats come in four gorgeous colorways—blue, green, neutral (a mix of browns and beiges), and black.

Do note that these are dry-clean only, which may not be ideal for all. We suggest getting these as “special occasion” placemats, not for everyday use, if that feels like a bit too much maintenance for you.

Lunya Mens Washable Silk Short Set

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Washable silk is a godsend. For a high-quality, low-maintenance silk set, look no further than these luxurious pajamas from Lunya. The top is designed to be oversized for sleep, lounging, and all-day comfort, while the bottoms have a drop crotch and wide waistband for ease of movement.

These are the perfect summertime jammies or for those who sleep hot. Silk is breathable and naturally thermoregulating, helping to ensure less overheating, and, in turn, a better night’s sleep.

Williams Sonoma Mother of Pearl Box

$295 at Williams-Sonoma

This absolutely stunning storage box is perfect for jewelry, trinkets, and other small items that need organization. Available in three sizes, the body is made from MDF and plywood, topped with a hand-applied honeycomb mother-of-pearl design.

The box opens with a stainless steel piano hinge for a spacious storage solution and is finished with a smooth lacquer to protect the precious pearl. You can choose one size or beautifully stack all three for a total small-item organization system that will look amazing on your countertop.

Silke London Three Step Hair Care Bundle

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Silk is less damaging to hair than other types of materials, especially for those with curls. Instead of pulling or tugging, silk smoothly glides over the hair strand, resulting in less breakage and frizz. It also helps hair retain moisture.

This silk hair care bundle from Silke London includes its hero product, a 100 percent silk hair wrap to protect your hair while you sleep. It’s also a perfect travel essential so you don’t have to lug a silk pillowcase with you everywhere you go. The bundle also includes 100 percent silk hair ties and the mega-viral 100 percent silk heatless curler for bouncy curls you don’t need to use hot tools to achieve.

Local Eclectic Solid Gold Pearl and White Sapphire Drop Earrings

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Made with 9K solid gold and recycled materials, these drop earrings are perfect for everyday luxury. Easily worn dressed up or down, these earrings feature conflict-free white sapphires and a delicate gold chain and are finished with ​​freshwater pearls. It’s like two earrings in one: gorgeous studs and drop pearls. We love that they come with a one-year warranty to ensure they’re just right for your beloved.

Maude Shine Organic Lubricant

View on Getmaude.com $10 at Sephora $10 at Bloomingdales

Get silky smooth in the bedroom with this pH-balanced, paraben- and glycerin-free, aloe- and water-based personal lubricant. Made with organic aloe, this luxurious, high-end lubricant is ultra-hydrating for your most delicate bits. It features a locking pump top in multiple sizes and is safe for use with most pleasure devices, as well as latex or polyisoprene condoms.

We love that it’s FDA 510(k) cleared, vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, hypoallergenic, and fragrance-free, packaged in FSC® certified paper packaging for a feel-good product that will help lead to some feel-good times with your partner.

Eberjey Charles Washable Silk Short Sleeve & Pant PJ Set

$298 at Eberjey.com

For a luxurious feel in the bedroom, gift your spouse this comfy and sleek pair of silk pajamas. They're machine washable and stay soft over time, keeping your beloved cool and comfy thanks to the temperature-regulating fabric. Better yet, both the pants and top have pockets. If your sweetie likes their pajamas extra roomy, size up for a relaxed fit.

Brooklinen Washed Linen Duvet Cover

$319 at Brooklinen

Your 12th anniversary can be a great time to update your bedding. Your loved one will be sure to appreciate this breezy yet cozy linen duvet cover. It comes in an array of stylish colors and patterns to match your bedroom décor and is made from European flax that is OEKO-TEX certified.

What to Look for in a 12-Year Anniversary Gift

• For Couples: Since the twelfth anniversary is for couples who are long past the honeymoon stage, gifts that celebrate their history, their caring bond, and the life they’ve built together are a good choice. Often these presents allow them to look back on their past. Reminiscing can reignite that romantic fuse and allow them to stop and think about how grateful they are for each other and how far they’ve come. Home goods are perfect as they are useful and decorative. Finally, anything they can experience together will make them smile, such as a gift basket of food or wine, a couple’s spa day, or a game or activity.
• For Individuals: If you’re searching for a gift for your partner, friend, or family member, you want to select an item that shows them how much you value them and their relationship success. Partners should look for something that says “I still adore you” and expresses how much they appreciate their loved one's care, support, companionship, and partnership. Ideally, friends and family members should choose something that celebrates and shows respect for their loved one’s enduring union. “Whether it's a practical luxury item or a personalized artifact, the gift should convey appreciation and love,” says Ruhlin. “For example, we make these mugs that tell a story about a person's life. We’ve had countless people use these for anniversaries because it’s a gift that truly communicates appreciation. And a gift they can use and keep forever.”

Why Trust Brides 

As a hopeless romantic, brides contributor Mckenzie Eggers loves to see relationships that last and believes they should be celebrated with great fanfare. She has scoured the internet to find meaningful gifts so that couples out there can have the best, most heart-warming anniversaries possible.

Chelsea Frank has been a lifestyle writer for nearly 10 years. She’s contributed to dozens of online publications, researching and writing on several topics from clean beauty and fashion to travel and wellness.

• John Ruhlin is a gifting expert, speaker, and the author of Giftology.