Do you have a hard time deciding what kind of gift to buy your mate? These tips should prevent you from making a faux pas.
Don’t buy household gifts
Even if he asks you for a brand new toaster, make sure you buy something personal also. We do not really just want the new appliance for our birthday.
If he tells you he does not want or need a present, don’t listen.
Don’t listen or you’ll get into trouble. We don’t actually mean that we don’t want anything. Surprise us, we deserve it.
Don’t buy gifts in the wrong size.
There’s nothing worse than having to take back something because it doesn’t fit. Find out your lover’s size or ask his buddy to help you.
Don’t buy something too large, this can be worse than too tiny.
Don’t buy something that you wanted for yourself. No house theaters, brand new speakers, surround sound etc. Think on a more personal level. What are your partner’s interests, hobbies, favorite locations, and favorite fragrances.
Don’t ask him what he wants. Show him that you know him. Gift giving should really be mysterious and maybe even a little sensual if you’re giving to your partner. (Not tacky). The element of surprise is your friend.
Don’t repeat gifts. Don’t make the mistake of giving him what you gave him last year. This will show that you have given no thought to the occasion. If you’re not certain what to get, sit quietly and think of your partner.
Consider their likes and dislikes, think about hints or suggestions they may have made throughout the year. Think about locations they said they would like to go to, restaurants they would like to go to.
Present your gift with style. Presentation is everything. You only get one opportunity to make the very first impression. Use plenty of beautiful ribbons and bows and choose delightful wrapping paper. Go the extra mile. You have thought about your gift, now make it look terrific on the outside.
You can even create a special way to present the gift, by leaving it somewhere special, taking him to a special spot and presenting it, sending it to work by special delivery, a message in a bottle, and so on.
You don’t need to spend a fortune. It’s not about the funds. It’s about the way you make a person feel. You may have spent a fortune on a gift that he does not actually want or like. Find something that is going to be delivered to the heart.
If you just met this person, make sure you can answer the following questions in a positive manner. Is he becoming mr right, is he married, or is he mr right for now? If you are not sure about any one of these questions, just send a thoughtful greeting card with a heartfelt message.