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28 Best 4-Year Anniversary Gifts That Go Way Beyond Fruit and Flowers

Whether you go traditional or modern, these presents are perfect for your special someone.

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They say that your marriage grows stronger with every passing year, so it's only fitting that the traditional gifts associated with each anniversary become even more significant with every celebration ― from paper for your first anniversary up to platinum once you've hit the 60-year mark.

So how do you honor tradition for your fourth anniversary? This year is marked by fruit and flowers, which makes it one of the toughest anniversaries to shop for. Luckily for you, we've done a ton of online research and considered recommendations from our gift experts to bring you the best four-year wedding anniversary gifts you can buy, whether you're looking for something traditional or more modern.

4th Anniversary Symbols

  • Traditional: Fruit and flowers
  • Modern: Appliances
  • Gem: Topaz
  • Flower: Geranium
  • Colors: Blue and green

While you may have nailed the gifts for your first (paper), second (cotton) and third (leather) anniversaries, your fourth requires a bit more thought — especially if don't want to take the obvious route, like a bouquet of flowers or a fruit basket. Whether you're shopping for gifts for men or gifts for women, you'll find plenty of traditional yet unique ideas on this list, from a fruit-scented reed diffuser to a pair of earrings made with pressed flowers.

If you're looking to go in a more modern direction, you can opt for top-performing appliances tested by experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute. We also have presents to represent your fourth — think a beautiful topaz bracelet that won't break the bank and thoughtful items in shades of blue or green. While you're at it, it doesn't hurt to start planning early for your fifth anniversary, too!

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    Grow Anywhere Meyer Lemon Tree

    Grow Anywhere Meyer Lemon Tree

    This gorgeous lemon tree can grow anywhere, just like your love. Cultivated on a Florida farm, it can simply be placed in a sunny window to grow ripe and delicious fruit.

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    Over 7,000 5-Star Ratings on Amazon

    Fondue Pot

    Amazon’s Choice
    Fondue Pot

    This nifty fondue pot, which has more than 9,000 ratings on Amazon, will make the next four years of date nights even sweeter. It has a temperature probe that's adjustable for multiple recipes, so you're covered whether they love chocolate-covered strawberries or yummy sourdough bread dipped in cheese.

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    His and Hers Tees

    4th Wedding Anniversary Shirt

    4th Wedding Anniversary Shirt

    You're quite a pair, so honor tradition and stay comfy with this adorable cotton t-shirt created especially for fourth anniversaries. It's also available in his and her sizing, so you can pick one up for yourself too.

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    Romantic 4-Year Anniversary Gift

    Angel Rose Figurine

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    Angel Rose Figurine

    She's always been your angel, so if your wife is the religious type, you can't not gift her this beautiful figurine. It's filled with real preserved roses that will last three to five years when placed in a dry, cool space. "The vibrant colors is what I liked the most, but also the craftsmanship and overall beauty of it," shared one Amazon reviewer.

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    Magic Bullet Original Blender

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    Original Blender

    While this appliance might not exactly be traditional, hear us out, it is fruit-adjacent. Our Lab loved the variety of functions and its unique three-blender cup system that allows it to chop chunky salsas and grind nuts as well as whip up tasty fruit smoothies.

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    Unique Fourth Anniversary Gift

    Infuse & Pour Alcohol Kit

    Infuse & Pour Alcohol Kit

    If you're hunting for a fun and unique pick, look no further than this alcohol kit. Simply select an infusion, add your favorite liquid poison and they'll have a delicious fruity cocktail in about a week.

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    SO Yummy

    Balsalmic Vinegar

    Balsalmic Vinegar

    What's not to love about a set of fruit-infused balsamic vinegar? It includes fig, pear, pomegranate and raspberry flavors that are perfect for drizzling on all of their favorite dishes.

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    Birth Month Gemstone & Flower Candle

    Birth Month Gemstone & Flower Candle

    Honor her birth month and tradition all in one with this gift. Each soy wax candle is hand-poured with a collection of gemstones, herbs and flowers that correlate to the month she was born.

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    TOO Cute

    4th Wedding Anniversary Paperweight

    Amazon’s Choice
    4th Wedding Anniversary Paperweight
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    Make them smile with this thoughtful lucite paperweight. Its cute apple tree design is a nod to the traditional four-year anniversary gift of fruit. "Overall, great quality. Perfect size and exactly as it was in the picture," one Amazon reviewer commented.

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    Top-Rated on Amazon

    Dried Fruit Gift Tray

    Amazon’s Choice
    Dried Fruit Gift Tray

    Amazon reviewers rave about this dried fruit tray, which unfolds into a wooden fruit basket they can use again and again. "Such a wonderful gift idea," wrote one reviewer. "The basket is adorable and sturdy."

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    Apple Harvest Festival Reed Diffuser Set

    Apple Harvest Festival Reed Diffuser Set

    Refresh your bedroom by gifting her this fruit-scented reed diffuser set. The essential oil blend is even infused with real slices of red apple and roasted pear. Plus, they can reuse the glass bottle once the oil is done.

    RELATED: 19 Best Reed Diffusers to Give Your Home a Signature Scent

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    Traditional 4-Year Anniversary Gift

    Harry & David Chocolate-Covered Fruit Box

    Chocolate-Covered Fruit Box

    Strawberries aren't the only kind of fruit that can be covered in chocolate! This sweet gift box includes cherries, blueberries and apricots, all covered in the good stuff.

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    She'll Be Glowing

    Glow Recipe Fruit Babies Bestsellers Kit

    Fruit Babies Bestsellers Kit

    There’s a reason the beauty brand Glow Recipe has a cult following. In addition to the promise of glowing skin, fans rave that the fruit-infused products smell and feel amazing. This kit includes five travel size bottles of GR's best-selling products.

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    Live Azalea Bonsai Tree

    Live Azalea Bonsai Tree

    Skip the bouquet for something that will last longer! Standing at around eight inches tall, this flowering bonsai tree will bloom vibrant, pink azaleas in the late spring.

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    4-Year Anniversary Gift for Him

    Craft Beer Club Subscription

    Subscription

    Okay, hear us out on this one: Hops, which are flowers, are part of the beer brewing process. So, if you're still searching for the perfect anniversary gift for him, look no further than a monthly delivery of craft brews — choose from three-, six- or 12-month subscription plans.

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    Plant Terrarium With Wooden Stand

    Plant Terrarium With Wooden Stand

    If they have a green thumb, this unique terrarium will help them propagate plants or display freshly cut blooms in style. With more than 13,000 ratings on Amazon, it features a sturdy wood frame and heat-resistant glass bulbs.

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    Don't Forget The Card!

    3D Paper Wildflower Bouquet

    3D Paper Wildflower Bouquet

    Impress her with this 3D card that pops open into a stunning (and everlasting) bouquet. There's even a blank note card to write a message that will warm their heart.

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    K. Carroll Accessories Tote Bag

    Oprah’s Favorite Things
    Tote Bag
    Credit: K. Carroll Accessories

    The beautiful sky blue color of this bag is a perfect four-year anniversary gift. The faux suede tote is large enough to hold all of her essentials, whether she's running errands or commuting — and she'll never know it cost under $100.

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    Gift Under $15

    Birth Flower Coin Necklace

    Birth Flower Coin Necklace

    Pick her birth month flower or the flower of the month you were married. Either way, you can't go wrong with the 18k gold-plated necklace. Reviewers say it's "beautiful," "high quality" and "versatile."

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    Florilegium: The Book of Plants

    Florilegium: The Book of Plants

    Adorn your coffee table with Taschen's ultimate Book of Plants. Each colorful page illustrates a different flower or plant.

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    Christina Montoya Fiedler is a Los Angeles-based freelancer with over 15 years of experience writing for online publications. Her work can be seen in Good Housekeeping and Woman's Day, where she covers everything from gift guides to personal essays. She holds a B.A. in English from Chapman University and is working toward her Early Childhood Education teaching credentials. She is proud to be of Native American (Ohkay Owingeh) and Mexican American descent.

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    Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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