In this day and age, true love can sometimes feel like a myth or a fairytale that only happens once in a blue moon. When someone finds a special partner who sweeps them off their feet and sparks a romance that lasts 20, 40, or 50 years (the Golden Anniversary), the celebrations should be as epic as their love story! At Flora D’ Amore, we’re honoring all the big milestone anniversaries by sharing traditional themes, gifts, and, of course, flowers that bloom as brilliantly as their love.
Year One: Paper & Petals – The Romance Is Just Beginning
The first year of marriage can feel like an endless honeymoon filled with “firsts” and giddiness every time the words “wife” and “husband” are used. Celebrating this first year of marriage is as sweet as carnations, especially in bold hues and paired with complementary stems. Roses are a perfect addition for couples who love a lavish statement. As year one is the year of the paper, incorporate a memory station for guests to share a favorite memory of the couple, advice, or well wishes, all on elegant stationery. Another chic way to incorporate paper is to encourage guests to hang notes and wishes like ornaments on a Paper Wishes Tree.
Year 10: Spark & Shine – A Decade of Devotion
After ten years of marriage, the flame is still burning as bright as in year one! This year of tin or aluminium symbolizes the couple’s flexibility and strength as they navigate their relationship each day. Ten-year anniversary party decor calls for lots of metallics, tin lanterns, silver votive candles, or even a fun collection of pictures from the past ten years framed in brushed aluminium. For the flowers, daffodils and other sunny yellow blooms represent optimism and joy! Arrange these stems with a mix of greenery in metallic or aluminium vases for a touch of tradition.
Year 25: Silver & Steadfast – The Legacy of Your Love
For year 25, silver marks the momentous anniversary as well as irises. These blooms, as well as many purple flowers, signify admiration, wisdom, hope, faith, gratitude, and passion — a beautiful recipe for a long, happy marriage. Paired with yellow blooms, white roses, or silver-dollar eucalyptus, irises are a stunning tribute to the couple. Naturally, you’ll also want to incorporate many silver accents for sparkle and shine. Silver candlesticks on top of metallic table runners or silver mirrored signs with quotes or lyrics brilliantly etched bring a personal and thoughtful touch.
Year 40: Ruby Red & Resilient – Still Shining Brightly
A marriage strong enough to hit the 40-year mark is defined by rubies and gladiolus—a flower steeped in strength, character, and sincerity. This anniversary celebration should be bold and feature red gladiolus along with red roses, ranunculus, and orchids that line entryways and hang from the ceiling like chandeliers. Allow guests to indulge in red velvet desserts, ruby-red cocktails like red sangria, and mocktails such as Shirley Temples. Go vintage for the decor and create a trip down memory lane with love letters, wedding memorabilia, and black and white photographs.
Year 50: Golden Glow – A Celebration of Forever
Entering fifty years of marriage is no small accomplishment! This golden anniversary should be honored with radiant yellow roses, which represent joy, optimism, and enduring friendships, and violets, which signify faithfulness and commitment. Pairing these flowers with orchids and gold-painted leaves creates the most stunning and symbolic centerpieces for the celebration. Of course, gold accents like bud vases and regal additions like flower crowns are fantastic additions to the festivities! While gold-framed photos add to the theme, a slideshow honoring a half century of love will leave everyone in their feels.
Vow Renewal: Say “I Do” All Over Again
For any anniversary year, if you’re feeling inspired to relive the moment and say “I do” all over again, plan a vow renewal! Roses in multiple colors symbolize beautiful complexity, a life shared, and the unity you cherish. For each decade you’ve shared together, include a significant bloom to reflect the collection of years and memories that mean so much. Vow renewals are extra special moments and can include nostalgic touches, like reusing parts of the original wedding ceremony, or new personalizations, like writing brand-new vows that reflect your journey.
Whether you’re clinking glasses at year one or dancing through decade five, anniversaries are a beautiful reminder of the journey you’ve shared — the laughter, the growth, the quiet moments, and the love that deepens with each passing year. At Flora D’ Amore, we’re here to honor your story and bring your most cherished memories to life in full bloom.
