For their anniversary, most couples stick to the tried and true classics – flowers, dinner, chocolate. But honestly… who’s going to remember that in a year? If you want to leave a mark this year (and not just lipstick on a glass), come up with something unconventional.

And don't worry, "unconventional" doesn't mean your partner will end up in a unicorn costume - unless you want to. 😏

How to choose an unconventional anniversary gift

• A mix of emotions – ideally something that will first entertain your partner and then move them.

• Your story – include shared memories, inside jokes, or places that are meaningful to you.

• Surprise factor – don't make it predictable like grandma's cake.

15 tips for unconventional anniversary gifts

1. Personalized comic about your relationship

 Have an illustrator (or AI artist) create a comic book version of your love story. Bonus: you can even add "alternate endings" for fun.

2. "Experience Box"

 A box with 5 smaller gifts inside – from a romantic voucher to a funny stuffed animal from myfunnybuddy.com

3. "Before and After" Photo Album

On the first page, photos from the first date, on the last... well, reality after a few years.

4. Romantic but funny dinner

For example, a three-course menu where each course is inspired by a phase of your relationship ("Appetizer: Butterflies in the Stomach", "Main Course: Everyday Reality").

5. Pillow with a message

For example, "Here sleeps the love of my life... and me."

6. Escape game for just two

 Let us remind you that you can solve crisis situations together - at least in a playful way.

7. Personalized board game

Instead of "Monopoly", say "Our Journey Together".

8. Mug with a shared joke

But not just any message – for example, an internal message that no one else will understand.

9. "For worse times" glass

Where you can save together for more crazy experiences.

10. Annual picnic in an unconventional location

The roof of a house, a train station, or the place of your first kiss.

11. Retro evening

Recreate your first date exactly, even wearing clothes from that time.

12. Karaoke "our playlist"

Only songs that have meaning in the story of your relationship (and ideally a funny story).

13. Video wishes from celebrities via Cameo

 Extra points when an actor from your favorite series wishes you a happy anniversary.

14. Original stuffed animal

 Not a cute teddy bear, but maybe the slightly crazy one from myfunnybuddy.com – humor guaranteed.

15. "Time Capsule"

Put messages, photos, small items in the box... and open it in maybe 10 years.

How to give a gift

• A moment of surprise – don't let your partner expect it, for example in the middle of breakfast.

• Supporting story – explain why you chose this one.

• Click for inspiration – you can find more crazy ideas in the main article about unconventional gifts .

More tips for unconventional gifts

• Main article: Unconventional gifts – inspiration for every occasion.

• An unconventional gift for a colleague - original ideas that will entertain a colleague at work.

Conclusion

 An anniversary is about the two of you – and if you spice it up with a little humor, it will become a memory you’ll talk about for years to come. And for inspiration, check out our selection of unconventional gifts at myfunnybuddy.com