Celebrating a 50th Wedding Anniversary is recognizing a huge accomplishment by any standards. Two people who have spent a half of a century with each other has certainly seen all the ups and downs life can throw at a married couple and yet, together, they have persevered. The 50th Wedding Anniversary is referred to as the golden anniversary because gold is considered to be symbolic of both wealth and optimism. In addition, gold is considered to be beautiful, strong and yet resistant to corrosion. The flower used to symbolize the 50th Wedding Anniversary is the violet. Violets are said to be indications of virtue, a love returned, and faithfulness. Certainly, when those attributes are considered, the violet is the perfect flower to represent the 50th Wedding Anniversary.
These traditional elements can help set the perfect stage for a 50th wedding anniversary party. Begin by selecting ivory table cloths. Then in the center of each table place an opened black, violet, burgundy or navy cloths or lace handkerchiefs. Then, sprinkle some gold metallic confetti on the darkened cloth center. The contrast of the dark fabric against the ivory table cloths will add an extra dimension of shine and glitter to the confetti sprinkles. Easy centerpieces can be made out of ivory colored pillar candles placed upon golden plates. A ring of golden tulle and small violets can be tied around the base of the candle. At the base of each candle put one photo of the honored couple from some time during their marriage in a golden frame. Each table will have a different picture so guests will be encouraged to move around and mingle a bit while looking at the couple's photographic history.
Prior to the party, have the guests provide you with a couple of their most vivid memories of the couple and bind them into a handmade book that commemorates the evening and their long-standing friendships with the guests. As you are preparing to toast the couple of honor, consider sharing a few of the shorter stories with the guests.
Take time to plan the menu to suit what the couple likes - a favorite menu over the past five decades or a remake of the original first date menu. Either will introduce a fun trip down memory lane. Chocolate party favors wrapped in golden ribbons and foils will make excellent party favors for the guests that have came to share the day.
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