Looking for a great 42nd anniversary gift or ways to celebrate your marriage? To help, we researched the best gift ideas out there (for him + her) and created this list.
42nd Wedding Anniversary: Everything you NEED to Know
42nd Wedding Anniversary Traditions
- Traditional Gift – N/A
- Contemporary/Modern Gift – Improved Real Estate / Home Decor
- Gemstone – Jasper
- Flower – N/A
- Color – N/A
Let’s look at these in more detail:
42nd Anniversary Traditional Gift – N/A
Since no traditional gift is linked to this anniversary, we have another great home decor gifting option for you.
Brighten up your home with the DeaTee Gold Metal Wall Decor Set, a perfect anniversary gift to reflect the richness of your journey together. This set features three individual, colorfully modern metal leaf artworks that together create a visually stunning display. More than just wall art, it's a golden testament to the beauty of your shared life, adding a touch of elegance that'll always catch the eye.
42nd Anniversary Contemporary/Modern Gift – Improved Real Estate / Home Decor
The 42nd wedding anniversary present is improved real estate, which may seem a bit strange, but it’s a wonderful present and practical that will last for years. It is a gift that will also increase your property’s value. So, maybe it’s time you build that garden room or conservatory you’ve always wanted to build. It’s also a great idea to renovate your garden; it can be much less expensive than you might think!
Some home decor or art pieces would be a fantastic option for a more price-conscious gift.
Celebrate your special day with a unique twist! The AooLiWang LED Floor Lamp in rose gold boasts an abstract, spiral shape that casts a powerful aura in any room. It's not just a lamp, but a piece of art that elevates your home decor, filling your space with warmth, luxury, and memories of many beautiful years together.
42nd Anniversary Gemstone – Jasper
Jasper, the celebrated gemstone for the 42nd wedding anniversary, holds a special place in the heart of timeless traditions. This stone stands as a symbol of protection and grounding, much like the fortified bond that 42 years of marriage brings. Associated with tranquility and wholeness, a gift of Jasper beautifully acknowledges the comforting and complete love you’ve cultivated together over the years. Celebrating with this stone serves as a reminder of the past and a promise of the secure, connected future you share.
Celebrate your 42nd anniversary in style with this one-of-a-kind Red Creek Jasper ring. Handcrafted by expert silversmiths, this ring showcases an offset kite-shaped cabochon of stunning Jasper. Not just an accessory but a personal talisman symbolizing your enduring bond. Choose your own stone from the dropdown menu to make it truly unique, just like your love story.
42nd Anniversary Flower – N/A
No specific flower is linked with this milestone. But we here at WedBuddy love this beautiful, bright rose selection.
Brighten up their day with a pop of color! This delightful bouquet from 'From You Flowers' includes a dozen fresh roses, tinted in a playful and unique shade of pink. It's more than just a bouquet - it's a vibrant, elegant surprise delivered right to their doorstep, ready to radiate your love and joy in every petal.
42nd Anniversary Color – N/A
No color is associated with this celebration, so we’ve found another beautiful Jasper-themed gift in keeping with the traditional gemstone.
Mark your 42nd anniversary with a blend of charm and meaning! This handmade beaded necklace features blue jasper and a bold sun stone with an agate pendant, making it a truly unique and personal gift. It's not just a piece of jewelry, but a daily wearable symbol of your love that effortlessly adds a stylish finishing touch to any look.
How to Celebrate a 42nd Anniversary
It’s not essential to have a grandiose or modern-day celebration. You may make any event truly special with unique touches like personalized decorations and invitations. Your parties don’t need to be fancy or incorporate current trends in property improvements.
You could go for a romantic dinner for two at a nice restaurant. Alternatively, why not have a picnic at a cherished romantic place you visited on your wedding anniversary? There’s no flower associated with this anniversary, so perhaps a bouquet of 42 flowers of all the previous anniversaries would be thoughtful and romantic.
42nd Anniversary Celebration Ideas
Here are some different ways to celebrate your 42nd wedding anniversary:
- Visit a home décor and design exhibition for new ideas.
- Redesign your property or garden.
- Splash out on a new state-of-the-art kitchen.
- Take in a theatre show.
42nd Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas
Looking for gift ideas to celebrate a 42nd year anniversary? Here’s some ideas:
This year’s modern gift could take many forms. This can be a good time to invest in real estate, make some significant improvements to your current home, or buy a second home. Another unusual thought is to acquire a new garden shed for your tools or a new greenhouse so you may properly care for all of your special plants and seeds.
42nd Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him
- A real estate investment
- Move to a new part of the country or a different area
- Investing in a second property which you can then rent out
- Holiday property in a favorite destination
- A piece of art that features property
- Bird feeder in the shape of a house
42nd Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her
- A real estate investment
- Moving to a new smaller property if the children have flown the nest
- Investing in a second property which you can then rent out
- Tea light holder in a shape of a house
- Watercolour of pretty country cottages
42nd Wedding Anniversary FAQs
Got questions about your 42nd year wedding anniversary? We’ve got you covered:
What is the 42nd wedding anniversary called?
The 42nd wedding anniversary does not have a name associated with it, but it could be called the Real Estate Anniversary.
What is the 42nd wedding anniversary gemstone?
Jasper is the gemstone associated with the 42nd wedding anniversary.
What is the 42nd wedding anniversary symbol?
The 42nd wedding anniversary does not have a traditional symbol, but the theme is one of real estate.
What is the 42nd wedding anniversary color?
The 42nd wedding anniversary has no color associated with it.
What are the traditional and modern gifts for a 42nd wedding anniversary?
There is no traditional gift for the 42nd wedding anniversary, but improved real estate or home decor is the modern gift.
What is the 42nd year anniversary flower?
There is no flower associated with a 42nd wedding anniversary.
