Celebrating a wedding anniversary is more than just a simple commemoration; it's a celebration of years of love, companionship, and commitment. Therefore, when the time comes to organize the anniversary, emotion takes over, and the goal is to ensure a unique, memorable, and moving event.
So, if you're planning a wedding anniversary, this content is for you! In this guide, we've gathered valuable tips to help you organize an exciting wedding anniversary, transforming this special moment into an unforgettable experience. Check it out!
What are wedding anniversaries?
First of all, let's understand what wedding anniversaries are. The idea is actually simple: it's a celebration of the wedding anniversary, when the couple renews the vows they exchanged when they got married.
There are various types of celebrations. Some couples opt only for an exchange of rings, while others choose to celebrate with a festive occasion, whether more intimate or a larger event. The Center Convention, for example, has already hosted several celebrations of this type.
Wedding anniversaries are celebrated annually on the wedding date, and each year has a specific material or symbol representing it.
What wedding anniversaries are there?
But what exactly are the wedding anniversaries? Currently, some couples even celebrate monthly anniversaries up to the first year of marriage. For example, the "kissing anniversary" (1st month), the "ice cream anniversary" (2nd month), and so on. And in fact, there are anniversaries defined up to the 100th anniversary, as well as the most famous ones, which are listed below:
- 1st year – Paper Wedding Anniversary
- 5th year – Wooden or Iron Wedding Anniversary
- 10th year – Tin or Zinc Wedding Anniversary
- 15th Anniversary – Crystal Wedding Anniversary
- 20th Anniversary – Porcelain Wedding
- 25th Anniversary – Silver Wedding Anniversary
- 30th Anniversary – Pearl Wedding Anniversary
- 35th Anniversary – Coral Wedding
- 40th Anniversary – Emerald Wedding
- 45th Anniversary – Ruby Wedding Anniversary
- 50th Anniversary – Golden Wedding Anniversary
- 55th Anniversary – Amethyst Wedding
- 60th Anniversary – Diamond Wedding Anniversary
- 65th Anniversary – Platinum Wedding Anniversary
- 70th Anniversary – Wine Wedding
- 75th Anniversary – Diamond Wedding Anniversary
- 80th Anniversary – Oak Wedding
- 85th Anniversary – Sunflower Wedding
- 90th Anniversary – Poplar Wedding
- 95th Anniversary – Sandalwood Wedding
- 100th Anniversary – Jequitibá Wedding
Organizing wedding celebrations: check out these tips!
When organizing a wedding anniversary celebration, it's important to keep in mind a few points that go beyond general party planning. All of this is to ensure that the moment is special, emotional, and tells the story of the couple.
To help you with this task, we've listed 4 tips that will guide you, check them out!
Organization and prior planning
First, let's briefly discuss something that's important in any type of event: organization and planning.
With a defined budget, a set date, and adequate time to gather quotes and secure suitable suppliers and professionals, it's possible to organize an event – including a wedding anniversary celebration – with peace of mind and by avoiding potential problems.
Special attention to the renewal of vows.
Renewing vows is the heart of wedding anniversaries. Therefore, personalize the moment by including vows written especially for the occasion. Consider incorporating symbolic elements, such as exchanging renewed rings, or having the officiant be an important person in the couple's lives.
Furthermore, if possible, gestures like writing vows by hand or special surprises at the time of renewal are welcome and promise to be touching!
Focus on personalization, from catering to decoration.
Let the couple's personality and story shine through in the celebration. For example, hold the event during their favorite season, create a themed event, and incorporate this personalization into other aspects of the event. Check out examples related to catering, decoration, and music:
- Personalized Menu: Choosing the right menu is essential to please your guests and make the occasion even more special. Consider including dishes that have meaning for the couple, such as their first dinner together or a favorite delicacy. Attention to gastronomic details can elevate the experience and guarantee a special wedding anniversary.
- Meaningful Decor: Create an immersive atmosphere through decoration. Use elements that tell the couple's story, such as photographs, meaningful objects, and colors that represent their shared journey. Additionally, on some occasions, it's possible to use elements that evoke specific wedding anniversaries, for example, pearls, diamonds, or the color gold to represent a golden wedding anniversary, and more.
- Create a soundtrack for the couple: Choosing the right soundtrack is vital for evoking emotions. Every couple enjoys a certain musical style, or has that special song that's part of their story. Therefore, choose the event's soundtrack based on these points and guarantee exciting moments. It's also worth noting that hiring specialized musicians or bands ensures a unique touch and quality.
Think of special souvenirs for the guests.
Finally, a special moment deserves special keepsakes for the guests, doesn't it? So, offer favors that encapsulate the spirit of the wedding. It could be something handcrafted, a special photo, or even a guestbook where guests can express their wishes and memories.
Celebrate your wedding anniversary with us!
The Center Convention space adapts to a wide variety of events, so celebrate your wedding anniversary with us! You can check out all the infrastructure available at the Convention and throughout the Center Shopping Complex by speaking with our team. Call us at (34) 3239-8300 or email comercial@centerconvention.com.br. You can also reserve a date by clicking [here]. HERE.
