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Turning 50 is a major birthday milestone, and it's the perfect opportunity to show your wife just how much she means to you. We've curated a list of 31 amazing gift ideas grouped into different categories - so whether she’s sentimental, loves to travel, a book lover, explores the outdoors, or adores jewelry - you’ll find the perfect gift (or combination of gifts) to celebrate the woman you love. 

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Compile all your cherished memories together in a [beautifully crafted photobook](https://www.artifactuprising.com/).

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Gather photos, memories, and birthday wishes from your friends and family into a [beautiful keepsake book](https://yourkithandkin.com/birthday-book), sure to make her cry. 

Love Letters from Mark Twain, The Salt Shoppe

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Pour your heart out on paper and express your love and appreciation for her with a handwritten love letter. Frame it and [pair it with another great love story from history](https://puresaltinteriors.com/products/love-letters-twain). 

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Immortalize your love by naming a star after her through a [star registry](https://www.star-registration.com/).

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Create a [custom 3D map](https://www.pangeamaps.com/) of a meaningful place to your family. 

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Compile favorite family recipes along with personal notes in a beautifully [customized recipe box](https://keptcollection.com/products/heirloom-recipe-box). Send out the cards to family and friends in birthday invitations, and have them drop them in when they arrive. 

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Add a personal touch to your home with a [custom-designed piece of artwork](https://www.etsy.com/listing/762705685/custom-watercolor-house-portrait-hand) featuring your family's home.

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Show her you've been listening by partaking in a new hobby interest. Find a cool class to take together — maybe a Friday night [pottery wheel class](https://www.bklynclay.com/tryday) or [virtual cooking class](https://www.juliaturshen.com/classes) with cookbook author Julia Turshen.

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A [romantic weekend away](http://www.scribnerslodge.com/), just the two of you. And, [a game](https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/collections/shop-all) that asks fascinating questions to deepen your relationship.

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An [annual subscription to YOLO](https://www.yolojournal.com/product/yolo-journal-annual-subscription/), so she can plan the next trip, while she’s on the current trip. 

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A [two way language voice translator](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082VMWRFL?slotNum=74&ots=1&ascsubtag=__st0704awd__cjal9agij00fbd3yeyvlkqi1j__199552________4______google.com&linkCode=gs2&imprToken=3cc4901e-6d70-9f1e-4ca&tag=onelinkuk0d-21), for her next adventure. 

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The [Aesop travel kit](https://www.aesop.com/us/p/kits-travel/travel/chicago/), so she can feel refreshed and indulgent after a long travel day.

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[Fancy slippers](https://fredasalvador.com/products/james-mini-cheetah?irclickid=33fWBRxXAxyPTIv19RRTIy6JUkF2qY0sNUSzw40&irgwc=1&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=10078&utm_source=Impact&utm_content=12321), and a trip to a spa so you can relax and do absolutely nothing, together. 

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Allow her to track her travels and inspire future adventures on a [scratch off world map](https://www.etsy.com/listing/965030369/world-scratch-off-map-multi-color-world). Scratch off where you’ve been, and one extra - where you’re taking her for her birthday. 

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Encourage her to document her trips and memories in a [beautifully designed travel journal](https://www.papier.com/us/off-piste-39937?gclid=Cj0KCQjwho-lBhC_ARIsAMpgMod3fxLrNT8_h4ovtEt3yXSHEUEVD76MKjsbdMBgC_2EpxXSDUGyikgaAkBbEALw_wcB).

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Let her carry an entire library in her pocket with a lightweight and waterproof [Kindle Paperwhite](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KTZ8249?tag=googhydr-20&hvadid=547395527507&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6635959415804137113&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003540&hvtargid=kwd-42932097037&ref=pd_sl_4jkedu9ldu_e).


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Surprise her with [a monthly subscription](https://join.bookofthemonth.com/) that delivers hand-picked books tailored to her reading preferences. Set the mood for a cozy reading session with [scented candles](https://www.nobleobjects.com/) inspired by her favorite books.

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[Spruce up her reading nook](https://www.homesandgardens.com/ideas/reading-nook-ideas) with a stylish bookshelf, and gather favorite books from friends and family to stock it. Encourage everyone to write a note in the book, telling her why they think she’ll love the read. 


Drawn Together: Illustrated True Love Stories

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[Drawn Together](https://www.amazon.com/Drawn-Together-Illustrated-True-Stories/dp/0316703680?), an illustrated book of love stories by New Yorker contributor Olivia de Recat. Or the book of [Modern Love essays](https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Love-Revised-Updated-Redemption/dp/0593137043).

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A stack of graphic memoirs by women, like [Persepolis](https://www.amazon.com/Persepolis-Childhood-Pantheon-Graphic-Library/dp/037571457X), [Cancer Vixen](https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Vixen-Pantheon-Graphic-Library/dp/037571474X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=cancer+vixen&qid=1688467498&s=books&sprefix=cancer+vixen%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C202&sr=1-1), [Dancing at the Pity Party](https://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Pity-Party-Tyler-Feder/dp/0525553037/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=dancing+at+the+pity+party&qid=1688467522&s=books&sprefix=dancing+at+the+pity%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C168&sr=1-1), and [It Won’t Always Be Like This](https://www.amazon.com/Wont-Always-Be-Like-This/dp/1984860291/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1BOXMEUK49AWM&keywords=It+Won%E2%80%99t+Always+Be+Like+This&qid=1688467539&s=books&sprefix=it+won+t+always+be+like+this%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C183&sr=1-1).

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[A year-long print subscription](https://www.newyorker.com/v2/offers/tny054?source=Paid_Src_Google_0_BAU_0_NYR_US_DR_ControlTote_Prospecting_Broad&utm_source=google&utm_medium=Paid_Src_Google&utm_brand=tny&utm_campaign=paid-BAU&utm_campaign=tin_sem_2023_NYR_US_Prospecting_Google_DR_Subs_Search_BrandKeywords&https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N1847430.3159GOOGLE/B28270054.362228441;dc_trk_aid=553553778;dc_trk_cid=189278637;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;ltd=?https://www.newyorker.com&gclid=Cj0KCQjwho-lBhC_ARIsAMpgMofNQVt1uzCvycvqFbVaw_McYhY9F3nytfolXXGWFL9leKikvekVq4saAsjPEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds) to The New Yorker for its fantastic articles. 


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A donation in her name to [Room to Grow](https://www.roomtogrow.org/), an organization that helps fellow parents for those first three years with babies and toddlers. Or, [Wounded Warrior Project](https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/Default.aspx?tsid=11585&ovr_acv_id=16235&campaignSource=ONLINE&source=BS23022FAABREMA&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwho-lBhC_ARIsAMpgMoc4dMlhFEaMjZYjYRUyOgqxUUoo3maXaVgnGL-21_iy8pKkZSGHeugaAqjoEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds), an organization that supports post-9/11 wounded veterans and their families. 

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A monthly donation in her name to [Planned Parenthood](https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/onlineactions/2U7UN1iNhESWUfDs4gDPNg2?sourceid=1000063&_ga=2.150634806.1207319512.1638395610-1695656741.1638156495) or [Sister Song](https://www.sistersong.net/).

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A gorgeous personalized necklace to show that you see and love her — with her [birth flower](https://gldn.com/products/birth-flower-disk-necklace?utm_source=cup-of-jo&utm_medium=holiday-2022&utm_campaign=holiday-2022) or [name](https://gldn.com/collections/bar-necklaces/products/byo-kahlo-bar-necklace?utm_source=cup-of-jo&utm_medium=holiday-2022&utm_campaign=holiday-2022) or [birthstone](https://gldn.com/collections/gemstones-pearls/products/solo-gemstone-necklace?utm_source=cup-of-jo&utm_medium=holiday-2022&utm_campaign=holiday-2022).

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A pair of these [gorgeous croissant hoops](https://mejuri.com/shop/products/bold-croissant-dome-huggie?qID=3a61b281dff2d8afa93db119e75f3826), and a night out to wear them. 

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A beautiful piece from this selection of [antique jewelry from around the world](https://ericaweiner.com/collections/antique-jewelry).


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An [annual subscription to AllTrails](https://www.alltrails.com/), and a quality [pair of binoculars](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Athlon-Optics-Midas-UHD-Binocular/dp/B08295XC45/ref=sr_1_3?ascsubtag=__st0704awd__cjhass17q000031y6qpsruayq__65723________4______nymag.com%2Fstrategist&imprToken=b0c49028-c9c2-cb7b-9dd&keywords=Athlon+Optics+8x42+Midas+UHD+Gray+Binoculars+with+ED+Glass+for+Adults+and+Kids%2C+High-Powered+Binoculars+for+Hunting%2C+Birdwatching%2C+and+More&linkCode=gs3&qid=1688464366&sr=8-3) to take in the views.

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Help her relax and unwind in the great outdoors with [a comfortable and durable portable hammock](https://www.rei.com/product/202538/eno-doublenest-hammock?sku=2025380007&CAWELAID=120217890013265024&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=136582210554&CATCI=pla-501439957647&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_2025380007%7C92700070578727395%7CTOF%7C71700000062011448&gclid=Cj0KCQjwho-lBhC_ARIsAMpgMofL5Q4Z-dQLOYTcatha38dCnffIZoJo3UVnem9Jvt89SNrzfVKhXtcaAo-HEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds).

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Encourage outdoor dining adventures with a [well-equipped picnic basket](https://www.westelm.com/products/modern-picnic-backpack-d8522/?clickid=zZf06GxJkxyPTP1XoGWK%3A1BuUkF2q8y0NUSzzI0&irgwc=1&cm_cat=1141873&cm_ven=afshoppromo&bnrid=3917500&cm_ite=&irpid=1141873). Pack it up with her favorite snacks, and pick a location to spread out and enjoy. 


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Make her time spent in the garden even more enjoyable with a [gift certificate for new seeds](https://parkseed.com/park-seed-gift-certificate/p/V+GIFT+CERT/), [hemp clogs](https://salter.house/gardana-clog/), and a [raised garden bed kit](https://vegogarden.com/products/vego-garden-6-in-1-modular-raised-garden-bed-kit). And, your offer to help her plant whatever she chooses. 

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If she loves camping, consider upgrading her gear with [new chairs](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YCFK8G2?slotNum=28&ots=1&ascsubtag=__st0704awd__ckcgjdakr0000twooyar1tqdb__126012________4______google.com&linkCode=gs2&imprToken=92c49027-857c-d7ef-10b&tag=onelinkuk0d-21&th=1), [tent,](https://www.rei.com/product/207747/gazelle-t4-hub-tent) or [camping cookware](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FWRICY6?slotNum=1&ots=1&ascsubtag=__st0704awd__cjidcod39004rq6yehqiehfoz__15484________4______google.com&linkCode=gs2&imprToken=0ac49029-7319-c67d-fe3&tag=onelinkuk0d-21).

On her 50th birthday, let your wife know just how much she means to you with a gift that speaks to her heart and her interests. Whether it's a sentimental keepsake, an active adventure, or a personalized treasure, these gift ideas will surely make her feel loved. Remember, the most important thing is to show her your love and appreciation. Happy gifting and a very happy birthday to your amazing wife!

#### What are some sentimental gift ideas for my wife's 50th birthday?
Consider [a keepsake book](https://yourkithandkin.com/birthday-book) with photos and memories from friends, a handwritten love letter, or naming a star after her.

#### What travel-related gifts can I consider for my wife's 50th birthday?
Surprise her with a weekend getaway, a subscription to her favorite travel magazine, or a custom map of some of your favorite destinations.

#### How can I make a gift more personalized for my wife's 50th birthday?
Grouping gifts together around her interests is a great way to personalize a gift. It's also a great idea to involve friends and family. For example, if she's a book lover, you can spruce up her reading nook and then have friends and family gift their favorite books, with personal notes and well wishes inside. 

#### What gift ideas are suitable for book lovers celebrating their 50th birthday?
Consider a Kindle Paperwhite, book subscription boxes, literary candles, and a redesigned reading area, made cozy with all her favorite things. 

Remember, the best gift is one that reflects your wife's interests, passions, and personality, so choose something that will truly resonate with her.

Looking for unique gift ideas for your wife's 50th birthday? Check out our curated list of unique and sentimental gifts that are sure to make the celebration extra special. Read on to find the perfect inspiration for this milestone!

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