How to celebrate your silver anniversary (25th wedding anniversary)

Having lived together for 25 years, the couple celebrate their silver wedding. This anniversary is considered significant and significant. This date is entered in special register books upon registration. Jubilees are honored and congratulated. The heroes of the occasion are identified as positive family examples for young people.

It is believed that you need to celebrate this anniversary with your family and your closest relatives. The date of the 25th anniversary of marriage is considered unique also because many married couples still have living parents, who stood at the origins of the newlyweds’ relationship, and already have adult children.

That is, the couple is between the older and younger generations. (In contrast to 50-year-olds, who often no longer have parents.) The symbols of this wedding are considered to be pure, light precious metal - silver.

Therefore, celebrants of anniversaries are often called “silver” and are given mostly silver items for weddings, which give positive energy to the recipients. Silver also has a number of healing and magical properties. These are the properties that a couple who has lived together for 25 years needs.

A couple who shared sorrows and joys for 25 years. These qualities: strength, health, beauty, patience, the magic of blocking untidiness and grief, confidence in the future, stability of relationships.

What's the best way to celebrate the silver lining of a relationship?

If the anniversary couple has a good attitude towards holidays, then it is best to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their marriage as their very first wedding.

Of course, the scenario will change a little, and the faces of the newlyweds will become a little wrinkled...But if the eyes of the newlyweds are still shining, then this is a sure sign that wedding ceremonies are necessary.

Most often, children of anniversaries are involved in preparing the festive event. They discuss common features with the heroes of the occasion and hire wedding professionals. A professional host will tell you what to focus on during the holiday, who is best to invite and where to celebrate the planned event.

It is believed that the people closest to the newlyweds are invited to the 25th anniversary. There may not be very many of them, but these are people who were there in joy and sorrow. Or maybe there will be exactly 25 people? Very symbolic! We continue: 25 dishes, 25 wishes, 25 kisses, 25 tips from the “silver” newlyweds, etc.

The event itself can be divided into two parts: ceremonial and table. It is better to spend the first part in the registry office. The presenter will repeatedly make those gathered admire the wedding couple, applaud her, and maybe even show sentimentality and “shed” a tear.

The second part can be done anywhere. The most suitable option is a cafe or restaurant. Further, it can be a gazebo in a park or in a house. Show your imagination in choosing a room!

How to celebrate your silver wedding anniversary?

You need to prepare in advance for any celebration, and a silver wedding is no exception. Silver color goes well with the entire color palette, so you can use absolutely any shades for wedding decor. Outfits and accessories for 25 years of marriage are also chosen using silver, for example, a gray evening dress for the wife and a shirt of the same color for the husband.

If the spouses respect the traditions of the 25-year wedding, then on this day they need to perform symbolic rituals. It begins with joint water procedures, a morning kiss and washing each other from a silver container. It is believed that this ritual ablution removes the burden of past years, relieves current problems and prepares spouses for a new life. The steam is wiped off with one linen towel, and the silver jug ​​in which the water remains is placed in the sun so that all worries and troubles evaporate.

The next traditional event of the 25th anniversary is the moment when the “newlyweds” must exchange silver rings. This memorable event should be held with family, friends or relatives. The couple purchases two identical silver rings and puts them on each other instead of wedding rings, putting them away until next year. If you want to celebrate your anniversary on a grand scale, then use the ideas suggested below.

In the style of an old movie

Cinematography gives wide scope for imagination. When organizing a silver celebration in the style of an old movie, the most creative ideas are realized, for example:

1. Film premiere.
2. Black and white cinema.
3. Retro 20s or 30s.
4. Silent movie.
5. Film Festival.

The basis for the festive script is the heroes of the occasion’s own love story, and the genre of the old film is chosen to suit the taste of the spouses. It could be a romantic comedy, a western, a good fairy tale, or even an action movie in the style of “Mrs. and Mr. Smith.” Based on the chosen genre, you should select the costumes of the participants in the silver celebration, as well as the design of the banquet hall.

Wedding invitations in the style of an old movie are designed in the idea of ​​tickets to a movie show or a video invitation is recorded in the style of a black and white silent movie, which reflects information about the place and date of the celebration. Decorate your silver wedding in the appropriate color scheme: hang black and white photos of the celebrants on the walls of the banquet hall, create white and black flower arrangements, and select similar accessories for table decoration. Such an idea will be original, and most importantly, memorable.

In the form of a school exam

The silver wedding in the form of a school exam will be cheerful and playful, with a touch of nostalgia. This idea will be especially interesting for those couples who met while studying or have friends since their youth. A wedding celebration in the form of a school exam may be to the liking of celebrants who are teachers or teachers of educational institutions by profession.

Organizing such a themed evening in honor of a silver wedding is also suitable for those couples who simply have a modest budget. Start with school ideas for designing invitation cards: write the text on notebook sheets, which it wouldn’t hurt to silver plate in advance, and fold them into an airplane. For your celebration, choose a banquet hall with a high ceiling and light walls, reminiscent of a school building.

Stretch bright multi-colored ribbons with origami figures or balloons over the tables - and the decor is ready! Arrange a corner where the invited toastmaster - teacher - will sit. He will “take the exam” from the heroes of the day and guests, at the same time entertaining them with witty jokes, telling the love story of the spouses, and will create a festive atmosphere for all those invited to the silver wedding.

An evening of pleasant memories

The most popular idea for a silver wedding follows the classic scenario, when the holiday is organized similar to the celebration that took place 25 years ago. An evening of pleasant memories begins with the bride price, when the groom goes through many different “tests” invented by the toastmaster or friends of the heroes of the day. He answers all sorts of tricky questions, sings his favorite serenade, again and again winning the symbolic key to his wife’s heart.

One of the stages of the silver celebration is viewing a collage of family photographs taken during different periods of the couple’s life together. The holiday is immersed in a pleasant atmosphere of memories, which often brings tears of tenderness to the eyes of the heroes of the occasion and invited guests. Before the feast, it would not be a bad idea to take a ride with the guests to those places in the city where the couple went 25 years ago on their wedding day. This is very symbolic!

At the banquet, guests are seated as they were at the wedding: celebrants, witnesses, relatives, friends. The guests again shout “Bitter!”, saying heartfelt congratulations, giving gifts, as it should be at any wedding. When celebrating a silver wedding, another tradition is observed: the spouses cut the cake and treat the guests to it with their own hands. To ensure a successful celebration, consider the following points:

• Make your silver wedding evening as similar as possible to the celebration that took place 25 years ago.
• Prepare your holiday script in advance.
• Remember all the competitions that were at your wedding in your youth.
• Take the time to create a collage of wedding photos - this will be useful both for viewing and for decorating the banquet hall.

What should newlyweds wear at a wedding?

There are no special recommendations regarding clothing for a special event. It is believed that the couple is becoming young again. Therefore, the outfits of young people should differ from everyday clothes.

Let it be light colors, symbolizing tenderness and youth. The bride has flowers in her hair, the groom has a boutonniere. A bouquet in the hands of the wife is a must!

Clothing must be comfortable, depending on the weather and time of year. Experts recommend wearing dresses rather than suits for wives. The dress is a symbol of integrity. For my husband - a white shirt. Wear comfortable shoes on your feet; it is better to take slippers with you.

A woman always remains a woman. There is light, pleasant makeup on the face. In your hands is a small handbag or clutch containing lipstick and a mirror.

Choosing a wedding palette in silver

Don't limit your holiday decorations to just silver.
Use it in different tones: from dark, almost black with a slight shine, to snowy steel. To dilute the color scheme of the celebration, you can choose accessories and decorative items in discreet, combined colors of delicate blue and green, as well as gold. In addition, various shades of white would be appropriate.

Festive table

If you ordered a holiday in a cafe or restaurant, there will be no questions with the menu.
Experienced chefs will definitely offer a lot of options for dishes to suit your pocket. But, if you decide to welcome guests at home, then you need to think through the menu in advance. After all, the anniversary is not an ordinary one, but a silver one. There is no need to simplify here. You are trying for yourself! All products must be of high quality, the dishes are beautifully presented and tasty. Give them romantic names: “Husband in Love”, “Good Wife”, “Love and Tenderness”, etc.

Let your imagination run wild. In addition to salads, you can prepare: “julienne” and call it “silver from the young.” Bake the trout and garnish it with herbs. There should be two hot dishes. It’s good to serve a signature dish from your wife, or maybe your husband.

Don't forget to decorate your creations with original names. Fruits are a must.
For the sweet table, the signature dish is a cake with twenty-five candles. On this day, you can remember your very first wedding and sell one lucky piece to those gathered.

Silver wedding: invitations

A wedding for the newlyweds begins with a proposal, and for guests - with an invitation. In order for relatives and friends to immediately understand the concept of your celebration, invitation cards for it should be designed in appropriate colors. These can be steel or silver-colored cards, decorated with light ribbons, transparent rhinestones or pearl threads.

Gifts from guests

1. As noted, silver weddings require the gift of silver, so guests can use their creativity and follow the path of least resistance by choosing a gift based on the theme. These can be silver glasses, key chains, figurines, jewelry, candlesticks, trays, dishes, etc.

2. Original gifts. These are the surprises that can surprise and delight the newlyweds. For example, a feature film. The plot will be invented by the screenwriter, and the newlyweds can only play along with the artist’s plan.

• Or maybe it will be a documentary, then everything will be natural and the heroes of the holiday may not even guess about the planned gift. In this case, it would be good to “raise” the family archive and find the necessary stories. The moment of surprise can play a very big role. Not only will the newlyweds watch such a film themselves, but it can also become a family heirloom and be passed down from generation to generation.
• A simple slide show set to music can be original. Silver jubilees and their guests will be pleased to see the chronology of their lives. You can add a little humor here. The main thing is not to overdo it.
• A photograph processed in a special program will also be an unusual gift for a wedding anniversary. The frame should match the photo and not be cheap.
• A photo collage made by a professional or an amateur can also decorate a holiday and bring joy to the newlyweds.

• Gifts made with your own hands on this day will not only delight and surprise, but will also become the object of display to guests at all upcoming family events.
• A tree or flower planted on the day of the family's twentieth anniversary will be a wonderful incentive to celebrate the next significant family anniversary.
• Tickets for some concert. When buying this gift, you need to know the interests of the silver newlyweds. It's no secret that many families save on cultural events. Therefore, a gift from this area is always desirable. Why not go to the circus, or to the theater, to a benefit performance of some artist, etc.? Such hikes not only lift your spirits, but also rejuvenate your soul.

• Drive. Tourism for older people is very popular. Again, not every couple will spend money on such entertainment from the family budget. And the gift is just right! This type of gift is most often given by children because they understand the need and usefulness of the chosen surprise.
• Balloon flight. This is one of the most popular gifts. Besides, he is very romantic. Imagine: rising into the air in an open basket, flying over the city, mountains, hills, ponds, forests... Truly romantic. Only people who love you can give such a gift. It's not cheap - that's for sure!
• A gift cake of ten kilograms will also surprise your anniversaries. Moreover, you can decorate it on any theme.

3. Classic gifts. For lovers of the classics, there are no barriers to themes!

In any souvenir shop you can find the surprise you need:

• Vase. Floor-standing, tabletop, handmade, etc...
• Watch. In the style of “retro”, “vintage” and others. Tabletop, wall-mounted, hand-held...
• Textile. Sets of towels, blankets, bedding sets, bathrobes and more will always be needed in everyday life.
• Appliances. This is generally a huge field for activity. Vacuum cleaners, food processors, microwave ovens, washing machines, refrigerators, TVs, etc.
• Gadgets. It has become popular to give smartphones, Androids, phone books, laptops, computers, etc. Perhaps your anniversaries need something from the proposed topic.

Wedding cake for a wedding in silver color

Try decorating your wedding cake with pearl beads, white cream lace, or steely mirror icing. The same applies to other sweets, which should reflect the overall style of the celebration. The most important thing here is the pastry chef’s imagination and skillful use of the required color.

Examples of congratulations in verse

To the wife from her husband

*** “Today I congratulate you on your wedding day. We already have silver! I only wish you health, and may goodness reign in our relations.

I am very proud that you are my wife, I am glad that we have gone through so much together. I will say: “Thank you for finding each other and approaching the anniversary together peacefully!”

To the husband from the wife *** “Darling, we’ve been together for a quarter of a century now! I am grateful to fate for you. I have never met a better person in my life, Whom I would cherish lovingly.

I will say “thank you” for the children and for the care, for the peace that “reigned” in the family, for rest, bustle and for work. For everything I am grateful only to you.

Be healthy, smile more often, And know that behind you, like behind a wall, Try not to think about problems, I love you, my dear and dear!”

From children

*** “You are dear, dear parents! Today is your significant anniversary. You have been together for 25 years, and for us there are no people closer to us.

We wish you health, optimism, love and unearthly passions, may the young choir not disappear and may life flow more cheerfully!”

From friends *** “You are our dear heroes of the day! Life gave me a wonderful gift. There is no better and nicer pair. Let us shout “Hurray!” to the celebrants of the day.

For twenty-five years you have been together, side by side, We remember your first steps. May luck be your reward and may success await you ahead!”

Prose From husband to wife

*** "Expensive! You and I have been one family for 25 years now. I am grateful to the chance that introduced us and grateful to the fate that connected us together. Sorry for my ridiculous antics at times. Probably everything happened out of powerlessness. But you wisely “evened out” the relationship. Thank you for your care, tenderness, love!”

Wedding in silver flowers: hall decor

Silver color will create a very soft and at the same time stylish atmosphere in the hall where the wedding celebration will take place. For room decor, it would be appropriate to use garlands of balls made of different shades of silver. The hall can be decorated with silver installations or partitions.

Cutlery can be decorated with steel edging, as can tablecloths. Chairs can be dressed in light covers tied with silver bows.

Paired gifts

It happens that friends are having a silver wedding, but it’s difficult to think of what to give. In such a situation, you can present something the same for both spouses:

• A pair of thermal mugs . This is especially true if spouses often have to go on trips. For people who love to play sports. You can purchase pairs of water bottles.
• Warm and cozy blanket , which is designed for two people.
• Heated blanket for two . When choosing a product, it is important to pay attention to the technical characteristics.
• Two pairs of glasses , decorated in the same style.
• Stylish aprons with funny prints or other gags.
• Personalized pillows , a set of pajamas or terry robes.
• Travel suitcases

You can add an address or other information to paired luggage tags. If desired, the manufacturer even applies a picture or photo to the product

When the family is very young ! Gift options for husband on first wedding anniversary.

Decorating a wedding hall: modern ideas

The classic design of a wedding venue is being replaced by new, modern ideas.

A Mediterranean-style wedding involves decorating in light colors: blue, green, white and silver. The furnishings should be gentle and soft, without excessive shine. A good solution would be to add living greenery to the decor.

For a bright holiday, you can choose a design in the style of the Venetian carnival. The main decorative details can be masks, fans, and fresh flowers.

The wedding interior of the hall can be complemented with bright fabrics with gilding, as well as paintings that match the style, which can be rented in decor studios.

, the European style is best suited . The main decorative elements will be thick light curtains, a live fire in the fireplace, candlesticks and glass chandeliers. The entrance to the hall can be decorated with Christmas wreaths made of live spruce and oranges - a unique aroma will bring anticipation of a big holiday into the mood.

Weddings in the Russian style are becoming increasingly popular . Newlyweds and guests can dress in traditional Russian outfits, and decorate the hall with fabrics with embroidered patterns, light-colored cotton tablecloths, and fabric napkins.

Wedding in Russian style

For those who like an unusual wedding design, you can opt for a loft-style . This design implies a laconic decoration with a minimum of decor against a background of, for example, brick walls.

The wedding hall, decorated in marsala color, . The deep color of red wine has become a major trend for 2021. Jewelry made in Marsala color looks elegant and solid. It is recommended to complement the main color with golden paints - you will get a decor in the Baroque style.

shabby chic style with its inherent romance are still in demand For decoration, fresh flowers in pastel shades, lace napkins, chair covers and floral patterns are used. The Provence style with wicker furniture, linen capes and tablecloths, and sprigs of lavender is also popular

Photo of modern restaurant decoration for a wedding

DIY wedding decorations - essential wedding accessories

A wedding is the most important, long-awaited holiday for two lovers. And, of course, the young people want to spend it at the highest level so that this solemn day becomes the very best and will be remembered for a long time. That is why the design of the banquet venue, the decoration of the cortege and traditional accessories is given no less attention than the outfits of the bride and groom. To achieve a great result, it is not at all necessary to hire professional decorators. Wedding decorations can be created with your own hands. It is enough to choose the desired style, purchase materials and show a little imagination.

This decision justifies itself not only in financial terms. The images and style developed by the newlyweds and their loved ones are always expressive and unique. They are strikingly different from the design solutions that are verified to the smallest detail and from the usual boring design solutions, because hired performers work mainly according to a certain template. By allowing their own feelings and imagination to open their wings and take off, young people create their own world in which they feel as comfortable as possible.

What should you not give for your wedding anniversary?

• It is a bad omen to give piercing objects such as knives, forks, and edged weapons for collections. It is believed that this brings discord into relationships.
• You should also be careful with watches, because there is a belief that watches bring separation closer. Birthday celebrants need to buy them from you for symbolic pennies.
• Pets can only be a good gift if you are sure your spouse wants them. Otherwise, such a gift will cause great inconvenience.

If you give vases, wallets, boxes, remember that they cannot be given empty. Insert a couple of bills, candy, etc., depending on the gift.

• It is not a very good omen to give a woman pearls. In ancient times, pearls were considered the frozen tears of goddesses and therefore the owner of the pearls would supposedly cry a lot. In fact, this is just a superstition, but in order to get rid of unnecessary thoughts, celebrants can, as in the case of watches, “buy” pearls for a nominal fee.

And in conclusion, remember that any gift must be chosen carefully, with care and love, then it will bring such important positive emotions.

DIY wedding hall decoration ideas

In order for the wedding to turn out to be truly beautiful and leave pleasant memories, when decorating the hall it is important to know the general basics of decor and follow some principles.

But you don’t have to invite a professional; you can decorate the wedding hall with your own hands if you have an understanding of style and a sense of taste

If you decorate the wedding hall yourself, you can save a significant amount . In addition, a person close to the newlyweds is able to put more effort into decorating the room and will be able to better convey the atmosphere of the holiday.

The easiest way to make decorations for the hall is from balloons and fabric . You can decorate the room in an unusual and interesting way if you place a ball wrapped in transparent fabric in the center of each table.

Photo of a simple and beautiful DIY banquet hall decoration

The main decorative detail can also be a large heart made of balloons. It can be installed near the newlyweds’ table or used to create a photo zone for guests.

Master class on making a wedding heart from balloons

The balloon heart is ready! In the same way, you can make other accessories to decorate the wedding hall - a flower garland, a bird, an animal, an arch . The main thing is to make the frame of the desired shape and choose the color of the balloons.

Decorating the hall with balloon hearts

Beautiful decoration of a wedding hall with fabric

A wedding hall decorated with airy transparent fabrics looks beautiful and stylish.

Using lightweight materials, you can create large-sized decorative elements and perfectly decorate the room.

Before purchasing material, you need to calculate how many meters of fabric you need to decorate the hall for the wedding, and also choose the desired shade. For these calculations, it is best to invite a professional who will first measure the room and draw up a decoration plan.

The most popular types of fabrics for decorating the hall are guipure, tulle, mesh and chiffon. They look especially beautiful and gentle as wall decor. You can also decorate the ceiling with them, this will give the wedding an oriental charm.

If you need to decorate chairs , then you can sew elegant covers for them. If the tablecloth is decorated with soft flounces along the edge, then you can tie a bow from the same fabric on the back of the chair.

The combination of white tablecloths and red details in the form of frills, napkins or bows is especially beautiful. This design must be compatible in color with the curtains and walls to avoid cluttering with color.

Particular attention is paid to the place of the bride and groom. You can stretch a regular Christmas tree garland under the fabric decoration. The result will be an unusual, muted glow that will add a feeling of celebration.

Photo of an interesting wedding hall decoration design

Photo of a chic wedding hall decoration with fabric

To ensure that the feeling of celebration does not leave during the entire banquet, the wedding hall needs to be decorated gently and at the same time solemnly, beautifully. Various methods are suitable for this purpose: using balls, fabric or flowers. The main thing is that the decoration does not stand out from the overall style of the wedding.

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