14th Wedding Anniversary: The Ivory Anniversary
The 14th year of marriage is traditionally known as the Ivory year, with gifts of Ivory or modern Gold jewellery.
On this pageWhat the Ivory Anniversary Means
After 14 years, you've built a strong, comfortable life together. The early jitters are long gone, replaced by a deep rhythm. You know each other's habits, good and bad, inside and out, creating a profound sense of security. This is a time of quiet confidence in your shared future.
This year often feels like a steady hum, a well-oiled machine. You might find yourselves anticipating needs without words. It's also a great moment to reflect on how far you've come and to consciously inject new joy, ensuring the comfort doesn't turn into complacency. Small gestures mean a lot.
If you want the exact number of days you have been married, the anniversary calculator works it out, and the full year-by-year list shows what is coming next.
14th Anniversary Gift Ideas
Eight ideas tied to ivory or gold jewellery, at a range of prices.
Gifts That Are Not Objects
Plenty of couples reach a point where neither of them needs another thing in the house.
- Visit a museum together that features antique bone china or beautiful ceramics.
- Go for a picnic in a lovely park, enjoying each other's company and the quiet outdoors.
- Take a pottery class together, perhaps trying to create pieces with cream-colored glazes.
- Have a special dinner at a fancy restaurant, dressing up to make it feel extra special.
- Plan a weekend getaway to a cozy bed and breakfast, just the two of you.
Ways to Celebrate
- Cook a special meal at home, using your best bone china plates for a touch of elegance.
- Exchange handwritten letters, sharing 14 things you truly appreciate about each other.
- Recreate your first date, bringing back all the sweet memories of when you first met.
- Plant dahlia bulbs together in your garden, watching them bloom as a symbol of your love.
- Spend the entire day unplugged from devices, just focusing on each other's company.
Stuck for something to do on the night itself? The date ideas generator and questions for couples both work well once the plates are cleared.
What to Write in the Card
Four versions in different tones. Take one and change the details.
Want something longer than a card? The love letter generator writes a full letter, and our guide to writing one covers the structure if you would rather do it yourself.
Questions People Ask About the 14th Anniversary
Making the 14th Year Count
After 14 years, your relationship has a beautiful depth and a comfortable rhythm. This year, take time to truly see and appreciate the everyday kindnesses and shared history you've built. Don't let comfort become too routine; surprise each other with small gestures or a new shared hobby. Keep discovering new layers of love within your familiar bond.