Friday 30 November 2012

Christmas gift ideas for the lady in your life

By Diane Abbot


'A gift that isn't relevant to the recipient might as well not be given' says Patricia Davidson, author of the Shopaholic's Guide to Buying Gorgeous Gifts Online. Davidson argues that disastrous gift ideas can be explained by two vital factors, either we don't allow ourselves enough time to prepare or we don't think about the person we are buying for. When buying Christmas presents for the particularly hard to please ladies in our lives, we must never forget the five p's of gift-buying; prior preparation prevents poor presents! So read on to discover some things to bear in mind before bearing underwhelming gifts:

The mother: All mums believe their children to be perfect, so prove her right with thoughtful and considerate gifts. Does she love her kitchen and garden? Or is she a style-conscious fashionsta? Maybe she's always busy and on the go? Try to understand her lifestyle and choose something that she could use every day, whether it's a helpful gadget or trendy accessory, your efforts are sure to be appreciated if she knows you've chosen a present with her needs in mind.

Paragraph 3 Your girlfriend: Choosing unique gift ideas could be the perfect way to get into your girlfriend's good books this festive season. A gift that proves you've thought about her personal taste and uniqueness, like something handmade and unexpected, can outshine the most extravagant present (boring gifts like perfume are so obviously a last-minute effort!) You might also choose a gift connected your relationship in some way- a memento of an adventure, place or memory that you both share. A sentimental souvenir can earn you more kudos than overly expensive offering.

The girlfriend: Claim higher in your girlfriend's good books and avoid frostiness this Xmas by choosing some unique gift ideas. A present that demonstrates that you've thought about her personal style and taste, like something a unusual and handmade, can mean more than the most extravagant gift (predictable things like perfume are so obviously panic buys!) You might also choose a present related your relationship- a reminder of a place, adventure or memory you have shared together. A sentimental keepsake rather than overly expensive offering can earn you some serious kudos.

So, the golden rule of Christmas gifts for girls: research. Think about things she buys for herself, as well as her personal style, hobbies and interests; when you pay attention, it all becomes clear. What you should not do is hazard a guess or go by what you would like yourself, she'll notice that your lack of preparation has overtaken your understanding of her style. This Christmas handmade gift ideas are sure to be your safest bet, as buying unique and original presents is the easiest way of showing you've gone the extra mile for your loved one. Any gift that demonstrates that you've thoughtfully considered your decision and truly understand the personality of the recipient is sure to go down a storm as remember, it really is the thought that counts.




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