A wedding anniversary is the date on which two souls unite on earth through the sacred bond of marriage. Married persons mark the anniversary date of their marriage in many special ways across the world.

Though all the anniversaries are important, yet the occasion of the first anniversary is always close to the couple's heart. Whether you are celebrating a reclusive anniversary or throwing a lavish party, gifting the right gift is very important. It not only shows your love for your spouse, but also reflects your personal taste.

Anniversary gifts may range from anything personalized to general gifts. Apart from material gifts, the one year old husband should without doubt gift flowers, which are always in vogue. If for some reason you cannot be together, the best gift option again is to send flowers that would simply light up your spouse with a genuine smile.

If your wife is fashion conscious and keeps up with the hottest trends, then you may gift the latest designer apparels with accessories to suit individual tastes. But take caution…don't buy apparels unless you really know her tastes. Watches, trinkets, wallets and purses are great apparel accessory gift ideas.

Depending on your budget you may also gift diamond pendants, or gold jewellery. Nowadays, silver jewellery and handcrafted ornaments are very much in fad. If you think you have penchant for choosing the right jewelry that go ahead…and make your wife feel special on your first anniversary.

Unless and until your better half is a gizmo freak its best not to opt for gifts like mobiles, i-pods and so on. It is considered unromantic by most women.

If you are the hardcore romantic, it is suggested that you light up the house with diyas and candles for that perfect anniversary dinner. Then cut your anniversary cake together and indulge each other with your favorite flavored piece.

Infact the list of gifting ideas for the first wedding anniversary is endless….all you need is to be innovative and celebrate the first year of your togetherness to cherish forever.

By: Nilakshi Handique