Are holidays and birthdays a real headache because you have a hard time finding the right gift for that special someone in your life? It used to be for me until I took lessons from a special someone who always gave the perfect gifts. Here are 5 things you can do that guarantee you’ll always give the perfect gift.
Pay Attention
My boyfriend never asked what I wanted for Christmas or my birthday and it used to drive me crazy. I was sure I was going to get some unheard of gift that I’d never use. However, he never seemed to let me down. Each time I’d open his gifts I’d find something that I had casually mentioned that I’d really like to have. While some of my friends couldn’t understand my enthusiasm over some gifts that were not at all personal, I loved the idea that I not only got something I had actually said I wanted but also on how well he paid attention to my every word and remembered it later.
Listen carefully when that special someone talks and store the info away. An easy way to do this is to make a note on your phone when they are talking about the items they want. With a list like this you will be set for all holidays in the future for sure.
Don’t Wait Until The Last Minute
This one kind of goes with my previous paragraph. Who cares if his or her birthday isn’t for six months? If you see something that you know they’ll love, buy it and store it until the occasion arises. Incidentally, it’s also a great way to save money on seasonal items as you have purchased them when they are out of season. It’s also much easier to find the perfect gift when you’re not rushing just to get it done at the last minute.
Don’t Ask What They Want
Unless the two of you are in the habit of giving each other lists, try not to ask what they want or they’ll know what you’re planning to get them. At the very least, they’ll have a good idea. Pay attention to what they say and what they do. You’ll get some great ideas on what to buy. If you notice they read a certain kind of magazine, consider a subscription.
Personalized Gifts Seldom Go Wrong
I have seldom received of given a personalized gift that was not loved and truly appreciated. It shows that it’s not only not some “generic” gift but also that it’s just for them. Whether it’s an engraved gift or an NFL hoodie with their name on the back, they’ll know you took the time to make it just for them.
Get the Unexpected
Few gifts are as appreciated and treasured more than those that are unexpected or something they would not, in their wildest dreams, imagine ever getting. This goes along with truly knowing someone and paying attention to what they do, where they go and what they enjoy. What type of experiences have the two of you shared? Something symbolic of your time together is often a unique gift.
Hopefully, these simple gift-giving ideas can take some of the stress out of your shopping. With a little time and imagination, you can show that someone special just how much they’re in your thoughts.
Meghan Belnap-
Meghan Belnap is a freelance writer who enjoys spending time with her family. She also enjoys being in the outdoors and exploring new opportunities whenever they arise as well as researching new topics to expand her horizons. You can often find her buried in a good book or out looking for an adventure. Meghan highly recommends purchasing some nice jewelry for that special someone at this Home Page for the cheapest price.