Christmas Gift Ideas for Girlfriends
November 27th, 2007Examples of phrases used by girlfriends to drop Christmas present hints:
- “gee I saw this really great x when I was shopping the other day”
- “x band are touring in the new year – that’d be a great gig”
- and especially during television ad breaks “hey that’s cool”
1. Jewellery
An oldy but a goldy. The item doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive, it’s the thought that counts so put in some thought into what style she might like. The important thing to remember with this present is to note what style she usually wears. Gold or silver? Big and funky or small and elegant? Pierced earrings or clip ons? If in doubt, keep it simple and purchase from a store which is happy to exchange if it’s not right.
Karen Walker is a great
2. Movie Vouchers
Vouchers can sometimes appear impersonal, but if you make it clear that you would love to spend time with her and you want her to choose the movie, the gift should go down well. Perhaps drop some names of current romantic comedies/chick flicks that you could see together.
3. Beauty treatment or massage vouchers
This is a great way to spoil your special girl. Some salons offer a variety of treatments from manicures and pedicures to facials and massages. The important thing to remember is to make it clear that she doesn’t need to be anymore beautiful you just want to treat her. Ask female friends or colleagues where they would recommend.
4. Flowers
Flowers are always romantic, perhaps also give a nice vase to put them in. Also consider a potted flowering plant rather than cut flowers that will quickly wilt and die. You could also purchase a nice pt for the plant to go in, maybe terracotta or painted china.
5. Weekend away
This is the ultimate romantic “I want to spoil you” present. Perhaps think about purchasing an accommodation voucher because then she can choose when and where you go.
6. MP3 player
Remember, it doesn’t have to be an Ipod or the top of the range, as long as it’s by a reputable brand. If she already has an MP3 player maybe thing about accessories like better headphones, cases, speakers.
7. Gift voucher from her favourite clothes store
Avoid buying clothes for girlfriends, it can be tricky even if you know her size you can never be sure if it will fit or suit her so a vouchers is the way to go. The important thing to remember is to make sure you pay attention to where she likes to shop because a voucher from generic department store can seem impersonal, but a voucher from her favourite boutique shows you thought the gift through.
8. Photo frame with a photo of the 2 of you
Always romantic. The important thing to remember is to make sure you choose a photo where she looks her best.
Cheap presents for girlfriends (because it’s the thought that counts)
9. Home cooked dinner
The great thing about this gift is that is relatively inexpensive and it allows you to spend quality time together. The important thing to remember is that you must do the cooking and the cleaning up afterwards. It doesn’t have to be a terribly fancy meal – it’s the thought and effort that counts. A nice touch would be to draw up a menu/list of options and give it to her on Christmas day and let her choose what you cook.
10. Mix tape
Make her a compilation CD of songs, including:
- “Your song”. Every good couple should have a song. Maybe it’s the song which was playing in the nightclub when you met, maybe it’s a song to which you shared a dance together.
- Songs which remind you of her (make sure they’re positive songs, DO NOT include songs about breakups)
- Romantic songs
