And on the Gemstone list it would be Jade (it's also your 35th Anniversary gift too!)
The meaning behind silk as the Twelfth Anniversary Gift is that it is a symbol of the thousands of threads holding you both together and strengthening your marriage. It is also beautiful just like the two of you.
12th Wedding Anniversary Gifts For Your Wife
Silk Anniversary Bouquet
Silk Roses
Silk roses for your 12th anniversary would be very romantic.
And these are lovely, they are available from JustPaperRoses
Personalized Pashminas
Silk pashminas are a big favorite, they are trendy and practical all in the same time.
Twelve years is traditionally celebrated with silk;
if you are buying for your wife then think silk underwear, you can also get some great silk dresses but buy carefully as this is a very personal choice.
Silk ribbons are a great way to wrap your gift, a beautiful necklace or a jewelry box tied with a pretty silk ribbon would be perfect.
If life was a movie you would be tying a silk bow to a set of car keys!! In reality the idea of any man tying a silk bow to any gift is almost verging on the extreme, but it would be a lovely gesture.
Silk sheets would also be a fun way to celebrate your 12th wedding anniversary!
One very romantic gift for your twelfth anniversary is to send a message in a bottle.
The scroll is tied with a silk ribbon and personalized with your initial so it definitely fits with the theme!
Plus after 12 years together you will have lots of memories and love to write about.
Here are lots of ideas to help you choose your favorite gift;
Jade Anniversary Gifts
Jade is the gemstone for your 12th Anniversary and many cultures believe it brings good luck to the wearer.
Plus jade can be truly beautiful.
Modern Pearl Anniversary Gifts
For more modern ideas for your 12th wedding anniversary gift
you could celebrate with pearls, have a look at our article on pearl
gifts by following the link below. Pearls are normally associated with
your 30th wedding anniversary but the modern list is a great way to get your gifts early!
You could also use the number 12 for your anniversary gift and have a dozen roses sent to your loved one or find 12 personal gifts that your spouse can open through the day.