Should I put my name on a necklace for our 1-year anniversary?

[Anonymous]

Would it be too cheesy? Any advice?

[SteveSmith1985]

Personally I don't think that's something you should do. I don't think it's horrible or anything. I just think you might be better with a different gift.

It also, (i guess) depends on what the necklace looked like. The one in the picture for this question is horrible. It's way too prominent, and having "Michael" or "Joseph" on a necklace like that would be terrible.

It seems a bit cringe to me, if its something you imagine her actually wearing. If you're thinking of it more as "a keepsake" then, I have no issue with that.

I'm just trying to imagine myself seeing a necklace on a girl... with the name of her boyfriend... and it does make me want to cringe. Partly because it's cheesy, but it also has a bit of "labeling your property" about it (I'm not suggesting that's where you're coming from. Just imagining my reaction seeing it on a woman).

That's just my personal view. I'm not saying anyone else will necessarily see it the way I do.

[CruelParadise]

Yeah he will be the one to see it not her, and a full name seems a bit much and too telling to other people.

[CruelParadise]

She could have it with her like having him (closeness) but a locket would be better suited for that. Or initials engraved in rings.

[SteveSmith1985]

@CruelParadise Those are all excellent points. I'm chuckling to myself about how ill equipped I am here. Women's advice on a question like this is worth way more than a guys. I feel like (I hope) I answered this question right after it was posted or something.

OP, listen to women here. Or specifically @cruelparadise About the non-necklace suggestions. They sound much better...(to me)

[CruelParadise]

@SteveSmith1985 no you made good points too.. it could be offensive and seem like ownership. The wrong guy could use this to be toxic even. It’s a thin line

[CruelParadise]

I liked your comment and I felt that in my gut too but I just have to give benefit of the doubt and believe OP means well with his gift

[CruelParadise]

If he has good intentions and the gift has meaning like another lady said those things will definitely save it from definitely being cringe and a horrible gift

[CruelParadise]

I just think the more symbolism, the better.. and locketts are more traditional and traditionally romantic while engraved rings are more modern (I think) but also of good sentiment

[CruelParadise]

so hopefully he goes with romance and symbolism than ownership, lack of thoughtfulness, and being toxic 🫥

[CruelParadise]

all I said in my comment was “I think it would be cute” lol I wasn’t very helpful until maybe until I read your comment to OP question 😅

[SteveSmith1985]

@CruelParadise hahaha, you definitely had more to say than "I think it would be cute"

I am definitely giving the OP benefit of the doubt that it's not intended to be an ownership thing. I didn't ever think it was something he was trying to do. Just that it might appear that way. I think it's good that I prompted your thinking here. I'd definitely seek your advice if I were looking for a gift for a girlfriend.

[Zack-Bann]

Branding her for the world to see is not just cheesy it also feels wrong


If you want you can get her one of these necklaces that have carvings on them and if you held it in front of a wall and lit a flashlight on it the reflection would read both of your names in a heart or something like that

[Rosexøxø]

For a second I thought it was for yourself and I was confused as to why that would be an issue lol. Lots of people wear their names or initials on their necklaces or other forms of jewelry. 💎

For your partner I think that would be cool but seems a bit self centered. Maybe if you add how you want her to be your girl or stay your girl. Be your forever that would be a nice touch.

Kinda like what Troy did for Vanessa in high school musical 2. I thought it was cool but also seemed a bit self centered. With the right DELIVERY, it will be special. Not cheesy at all.

That’s also just my view on the whole matter.

[Rosexøxø]

Best to you!

[DishLady]

No. Personally I’ve always felt like it was a type of dog tag. They were super popular in the 80s… they should have stayed there. But alas, “retro” is trending.


If it’s something you REALLY want to do and you don’t think she’ll be offended by it, go ahead.

[AviatorTom]

Why not put your partner's name on a necklace instead?

[Massageman]

I would stick with something that is symbolic rather than a name, per se. Two reasons, one personal: one, logical. 1. This is a secret "something" that only the two of you know. 2. Security, so random people can't just grab know your name.

[Anonymous]

I think it's very useless and ridiculous. Okay, you love each other, but why should your wife carry your name around her neck? I think you should buy your wife a necklace with her name on it for your 1-year anniversary.

[Static_In_The_Attic]

Here is a great idea.

[Brokenheartedx]

Oh god no what are you thinking man? maybe a heart with both your initials on it would be enough.

[Lovelydear7]

In my opinion no I think you try to get a necklace that represents something like an old gift you got her like if you got her flowers as a gift when you first started dating i'd suggested a charm of an old gift

[molonski2]

NO , an absolute unmitigated wank.. NO never , utterly ridiculous.

[jazzyk777]

it from the heart that would care. nothing is to cheesy if you do it from your heart. and have meaning behind it

[CruelParadise]

Yea meaning it’s important

[Anonymous]

She might ask if you are going to pee on her next. Just look up great one year anniversary ideas.

[MrChinaski]

Cheesy. Why not buy a ring or something that will be worn.

[KittygosMeoWW]

No, I used to wear my exes name then when we had our child a min there I wore all three of our names and flowers together. It was sweet.

[David_beckham]

Well, I would consider that more of a "birthday gift" than an "anniversary gift."

[DrPepper12]

Tbh I loved when women had their name necklace cuz I knew her name to talk to her.

[Zack-Bann]

except he’s talking about putting HIS name on a necklace and giving it to her
Pretty much branding her

[fish5505_87]

Seems a little soon, but that might just be me?

[Flower7]

I think it’s a cute idea

[moneymagnet24]

Hi 🥰

[chiquita]

It could be a strange but nice gift.

[Asker]

thanks

[chick]

It's so ridiculous

[Asker]

thanks

[Anonymous]

Neah its bad taste if you want to mark ger with your name be more discrete and elegant

[NicholasRedone]

Usually women do that only : lol 😅

[retarb]

Cheesy don't mean bad. Embrace the cheese.

[Staximus]

I don't know dude, that sounds kind of dumb

[Staximus]

Sounds like you have a very high opinion of yourself

[CruelParadise]

I think it would be cute

[Stacy00]

It look like a collar.

[carenina]

no bro