Best Special Occasion Ornaments To Celebrate Important Moments - Last Elf on the Left

Best Special Occasion Ornaments To Celebrate Important Moments

Life is full of joyous occasions, and what better way to immortalize these special moments than with a timeless ornament? At Last Elf, we stock countless special occasion ornament designs meant to celebrate important milestones for couples, children, and many, many more.

Not sure what occasions are best suited for an ornament gift? Read our quick guide below for some inspiration!

Most Popular Special Occasion Ornaments

Everyone enjoys receiving gifts on occasions like their birthday or Christmas, but there are lots of other special events in one’s life where a gift would be much appreciated. It doesn’t need to be an extravagant or expensive gift, either - a small personalized ornament gifted from the heart is worth infinitely more. You might even start a new family tradition and grow your ornament collection over the years!

Let’s have a look at some of the most popular milestone moment ornament designs:

Couples’ Special Occasions

Life’s sweet memories are better celebrated in two. If you’ve recently gotten engaged or celebrated an important anniversary, gifting an ornament to your partner shows your undying love and commitment to them. Alternatively, gift an ornament to a couple you know to show your support for the life they are building together.  

Engagement Ornaments

Celebrate the exciting news of a couple's engagement with a special ornament. You can add a personalized message to commemorate this momentous occasion, such as:

  • Names (or cute nicknames)
  • The date of the engagement
  • The date of the wedding (if it has been set)

With the right personalization, you’ll create the perfect keepsake gift that cherishes the start of a new journey together.

Engagement: Female, African - American - Last Elf on the Left

African-American Engagement Ornament

Engaged Couple: Male Brown Hair, Female Blonde - Last Elf on the Left

White Couple Engagement Ornament

Marry Me: Male Brown, Female Blonde - Last Elf on the Left

Couple Getting Engaged Ornament


Wedding Ornaments

Weddings are one of the most important milestones in the life of a couple, so why not mark this special day with a beautiful wedding ornament? No matter if they are personalized with the wedding date or a cute, heartfelt message, your ornament gifts will serve as a lasting reminder of love and commitment.

Wedding: Male African - American, Female Blonde - Last Elf on the Left

Mixed Race Couple Wedding

Same Sex Wedding: Male, Both Brown - Last Elf on the Left

Same Sex Wedding Ornament

Newlyweds: Male Brown, Female Blonde - Last Elf on the Left

Wedding Ceremony Ornament



Anniversary Ornaments

With every year together, your love should grow stronger and fiercer. Honor this everlasting bond with anniversary ornaments, which can be personalized with names, nicknames, years, and heartfelt messages for a special touch. 

Anniversary Couple: Male Blonde, Female Brown - Last Elf on the Left

White Couple Anniversary Ornament

Anniversary Couple: Both African - American - Last Elf on the Left

African-American Anniversary Ornament



Expecting Ornaments

Expecting ornaments are the best, most unique way to announce the arrival of a new member of your family. A small but thoughtful ornament gift should remind you that, past all the worry and anxiety, this is a truly magical moment worth celebrating every step of the way.

Pregnant Couple: Male Brown, Female Blonde - Last Elf on the Left

Pregnant Couple Ornament

Pregnancy: Female, Brown - Last Elf on the Left

Expecting Couple Ornament

Expecting Family: 5 People - Last Elf on the Left

Expecting Family Ornament



Children’s Milestones

What might be just a day for you could be one of your child’s most important moments in their life so far. Show your love and appreciation for them with:

Newborn Ornaments

Celebrate your new bundle of joy with a whimsical newborn ornament. This gift can be personalized with names, birthdays, cute messages, and anything else you want to truly immortalize this special time in your life. 

Obstetrician, Midwife or New Father - Last Elf on the Left

Newborn Ornament

Baby in Stocking: Pink, African - American - Last Elf on the Left

First Christmas Ornament

Family & Baby: Red Blanket - Last Elf on the Left

Family Ornament



First Day Of School Ornaments

We stock a few school-themed designs in our collection, meant to mark the start of a new academic adventure for your child. This thoughtful gift will show your unwavering support for their personal and academic development, pushing them to pursue their passions and goals over the years.

My 1st Day of School: Male, African - American - Last Elf on the Left

Boy's First Day Of School

First Day of School: Female, African - American - Last Elf on the Left

Girl's First Day of School

School w/ School Bus - Last Elf on the Left

School Ornament



Graduation Ornaments

On the other hand, if you want to celebrate the closing of this important chapter, we’ve got graduation ornaments, too! From high school to college, mark the completion of a degree with a keepsake ornament - a reminder of hard work and success.

Graduate: Male - Last Elf on the Left

Male Graduation Ornament

Graduate: Female, African - American - Last Elf on the Left

Female Graduation Ornament



Life Milestones

There are many life events worth celebrating - moving into a new home, getting a pet, or achieving personal goals. We make sure to have something for everyone. 

Keep in mind that our gifts can be displayed anywhere in the home or outside, to truly showcase just how important these moments are for you. 

New Job Ornaments

Celebrate a career change or landing a dream job with a new job ornament. From teachers, lawyers, and artists all the way to football players or travelling influencers, our ornaments depict a large variety of careers for you to choose from. 


First/New Job: Female, African - American - Last Elf on the Left

Female New Job Ornament

First/New Job: Male, Brown - Last Elf on the Left

Male New Job Ornament


Retirement Ornaments

With a retirement ornament, you can honor the end of a career or the beginning of a new chapter in someone’s life. Show your respect for all the work and effort they’ve put into their field, or say ‘Thank you for your service’ to a retired veteran in your life. 

Retired: Female - Last Elf on the Left

Female Retirement Ornament

Retired: Male - Last Elf on the Left

Male Retirement Ornament


Celebrate Momentous Occasions With Last Elf on the Left

At Last Elf on the Left, we stock the perfect holiday ornaments to show your love and support during key events in people’s lives. Shop any of our special occasion ornaments and add a heartfelt personalization to create the perfect gift today!

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