RUBY - 40th Wedding Anniversary Gifts, Ideas

Rubies are the theme for 40th wedding anniversary gifts and I couldn’t hold back the smile at the thought of it. There is something quite magical about the colour of the ruby. Some come light – almost pink – while others come a rich dark red. I like the dark ones best.

Whichever way you go, rubies are popular gifts for 40th anniversary, whether you are male or female. Men quite often get tie-pins, cufflinks to ruby studded rings, but women (lucky us!) get ruby necklaces, bracelets, rings earrings and the list goes on. Hurrah!

I know what you’re thinking. This will cost a fortune, but as with brainstorming, when talking rubies, you should never censor yourself. Okay, I ‘m kidding!

Ruby gemstone.

Although it’s true that a 40th anniversary traditional gift should be ruby, it can also be ruby inspired. As I’ve said before, you have to think outside the square. Let the beautiful colour of the ruby be your guide. Your ruby inspiration could be a rich ruby lipstick with matching nail polish, or even a beautiful ruby inspired tie.

A beautiful ruby red evening gown could be a handsome 40th wedding anniversary gift, or perhaps a pair of ruby red shoes and matching bag? Of course, 40th wedding anniversary gift ideas don’t have to be all about jewelry and clothes, ruby red ornamental vases, plates or collectables are great ways to commemorate your 40 year wedding anniversary.

Another thing to consider is that as we get older, sometimes these red-letter days are more about experiences and finding that special moment and sometimes the best 40th anniversary gift ideas could be trips away, perhaps to the vineyards to try that favourite bottle of red.

Modern & Traditional 40th Anniversary Gift Ideas

Here are a few more 40th anniversary ideas to help celebrate your big day.

Year	Traditional	Modern	Jewels/Gemstones	Flowers
40th	Ruby	Ruby	Ruby	Nasturtium or Gladiolus

Traditional - 40th Anniversary Gift Ideas (Ruby)

Ruby ring.
Ruby and diamond pendant.
Ruby studded earrings.
Ruby necklace.
Ruby bracelet.
Ruby jewelry.
Ruby Cuff links.
Ruby stud on pinky ring.
Ruby tie slide.
Ruby gemstone on money clip.

Modern - 40th Anniversary Gift Ideas (Ruby Coloured Items)

Aged red wine.

Week end away to the vineyards.

Ruby red shoes and matching bag.

Rich ruby lipstick with matching nail polish.

Ruby coloured clothing.

Ruby red ornamental vases, plates or collectables.

Ruby inspired tie.

Ruby red votive.

Red scarf.

Ruby red satin sheets.

A bunch of ruby red roses.

Ruby red party theme.

Bouquet of Nasturtium or Gladiolus.

1st - 70th Year – Wedding Anniversary Symbols & Gift Ideas

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