24 years of marriage: what kind of wedding is it and how is it celebrated?

On the path of family life, many couples go through many difficulties, faced with problems, both external and intrafamilial. Twenty-four years is quite a long time; not everyone can boast of such a long relationship. In this article, we will consider how to correctly mark such a date, what is recommended to give, and what traditions are typical for such a wedding.

The twenty-fourth wedding anniversary is called satin, and this name was not chosen by chance. It's no secret that satin is an incredibly durable and strong fabric that is difficult to tear and damage. This is exactly what the relationship of the spouses should be - strong, ready to withstand any flurry, any sorrows and hardships.

In addition, you should pay attention to the very texture of the fabric. It is smooth, shiny, fluid and silky to the touch. Such fabric is often used to make draperies, banners, beautiful and luxurious clothes. Atlas can be stored for years without losing its original appearance.

The relationship of a couple who managed to maintain the union for such a long period resemble the atlas itself - they are even, calm, based on trust, mutual understanding and respect. The stages of scandals and excessive jealousy have long been passed, spouses, having raised children, can pay more attention to each other and provide support. For such families, collapse, as a rule, is not terrible, since 24 years is a sufficient time to thoroughly study your soul mate.

A wedding is one of their favorite holidays, and they start preparing for it in advance.In Ancient Russia, much attention was paid to such a celebration, organizing chants, all kinds of games, folk dances. There were many different rituals dedicated to the holiday. Nevertheless, after partying the celebration, they did not return to this issue anymore, and no one had a clue about anniversaries. Only in the 19th century were the symbolic names of weddings invented, and it became customary to hold a small celebration every year on this occasion.

It is worth dwelling in more detail on all sorts of subtleties inherent in this particular (twenty-fourth) wedding anniversary.

• It would be a great idea to decorate the house in an oriental style. The atlas came to us from the east, so beautiful fans, original figurines of animals, paintings, aromatic lamps and sticks will not only tune in the right way, but also bring good luck and harmony to such a home.

• An expensive but stylish solution would be to purchase a set of satin clothes. The husband can choose an elegant satin peignoir or dress for his wife, and the wife will give him an exquisite shirt. Exchange of clothes, especially if they are in the same tone and style, is an essential element of a satin wedding.
• Another tradition is the joint exchange of vows. To do this, purchase satin ribbons and tie them on each other's hands. This will symbolize loyalty, support, trepidation in a relationship.
• You don't have to invite many people to celebrate twenty-fourth marriage anniversaries. Invite only the closest ones: children, parents, friends. Such a family celebration will be filled with warmth and comfort, in addition, together you will be able to remember the most significant events from the day the marriage began, relive them and enjoy such memories.

Often, when it comes to gifts, many people start to go shopping helplessly, eventually choosing a completely useless item. If you, like most people, fall into this category, do not despair. A satin wedding is just the case when you don't have to think about a gift for a long time.

The best and unforgettable gift from friends will be things that are made by yourself. It can be beautiful paintings, embroidered with satin, unusual soft toys with inserts from a similar fabric.

If you do not have the time or desire to make a present with your own hands, you can use the win-win TOP of gifts that will suit absolutely everyone.

Suitable ideas:

• satin bedding, curtains;
• a set of decorative pillows from the described material;
• with a clear knowledge of the size - a shirt and a dress for spouses;
• tie, scarf, elegant gloves;
• a joint photograph of the spouses transferred to their clothes, a painting by numbers, a calendar;

• beautiful figurines symbolizing wealth, love and well-being;
• expensive alcohol, if you find a bottle with 24 years of aging, it will make a splash;
• active vacation passes: horseback riding, parachute jumping, motorcycle lesson, diving;
• tickets for a concert, a cinema, a certificate for interesting courses;
• unusual potted plant;
• a beautiful set of dishes, preferably made of crystal or porcelain;
• precious metal jewelry;

When choosing a gift for your husband, it is absolutely not necessary to follow the symbolism of the celebration. After all, a beautiful figurine that you so fond of in a home decor store, or a picture made of ribbons, will cause a smile and gratitude, and then go to gather dust somewhere on the shelf.

It would be best to choose:

• interesting accessories: hats, wallets, key holders, business card holders;
• a gift certificate associated with a spouse's hobby;
• a ticket to a concert of your favorite band;
• a set of tools if your man loves tinkering;
• satin tie or shirt;

• a challenging board game that can be played together;
• an elegant tracksuit, as well as equipment for those who are fond of different sports;
• aged alcohol;
• modern devices for the car;

In addition, every man, even if he is not a romantic, will appreciate a handmade gift. An organized romantic dinner for two and an original cake with an inscription will not go unnoticed.

The main gift for a woman is, of course, flowers. You must definitely purchase them. The choice of colors for each is individual, because ladies love different compositions. The universal option is roses, but you should not buy 24 pieces, you should not give an even number, although it would be very symbolic. An interesting idea would be to buy 24 roses of the same color and insert a flower of a different shade into the middle.

Women will also appreciate elegant satin underwear, a beautiful robe, a sophisticated nightgown, pajamas or peignoir, an expensive dress made of this material. It is a good idea to buy satin gloves, a scarf, and a light cape. Many ladies love handbags with satin inserts.

Knowing the hobbies and hobbies of your wife, you definitely will not go wrong with the choice of a present. A woman who loves books can be presented with a series of works that she did not dare to buy because of the high cost. For those who cannot imagine their life without creativity, it would be ideal to buy needlework kits, acrylic paints, easels for painting. A win-win option would be to purchase a certificate for an interesting master class in cooking, soap making, pottery, making clothes and toys.

Of course, whatever you give your parents, it will surely please them and will be remembered forever. You should choose a gift based on your own status. For example, a student will not be able to afford to buy an exquisite piece of jewelry for his mother, and, conversely, a businessman should not come to his parents with only one cake.

It is a good idea to organize a family vacation. This can be a walk in the park, or a more ambitious plan that includes a week's vacation and a trip to another city or country. In addition, you can order a photo session in which all family members will take part.

Another solution will be the selection of photos of parents at different periods of their family life, starting with the wedding, and an original collage of them. Such a gift will no doubt touch a married couple.

Standard options are satin home furnishings such as bedding, clothing.

There are many ways to celebrate twenty-four years of marriage. Of course, it is best to spend this day together, giving yourself an unforgettable vacation. You don't have to stay at home, you can go on a romantic date, take a boat ride on the river, go to an expensive restaurant, a picnic, a movie theater, go out of town, or even go on a trip.

If solitude is not in your plans, spend this day with family and friends. Be sure to prepare for the holiday - cover the table with a satin tablecloth, put on beautiful dishes, decorate the house with oriental details. In addition, you need to wear clothes made of this material or pin satin bonbonnieres. All this will look appropriate and elegant.

An interesting idea would be to decorate glasses, as is usually done for newlyweds. Candles can be decorated in the same way. To create a festive atmosphere, arrange bouquets of flowers in the room, and arrange a few petals in a chaotic manner on the festive table.

Sometimes a celebration at home cannot be held for many reasons. For example, you are doing repairs or you have accidentally turned off the light.In such cases, you can always go to a restaurant, where each guest can choose the dish they like. Do not forget about the symbolism of the wedding, satin elements in the image are a must.

When the celebration period falls in the summer, going to a restaurant can be replaced with a picnic in the woods or an incendiary beach party. You can even go to a disco, because this is only your holiday, and it is up to you to decide where and how to spend it.

For information on what to give for a satin wedding and how to organize a celebration, see the next video.