Although there are many variables to choosing the right gift for
the woman in your life some rules always apply. Following are some
basic tips to help you through the murky waters of choosing a
gift.
Pay attention. Take a good look at the home decor of the woman
who will receive your gift. Does she decorate with angels,
candles, family pictures, posters or art. The items a woman
chooses for her home will give many clues as to what she would
enjoy receiving.
Ask questions. It never hurts to ask a woman what she enjoys
receiving as a gift. Ask her to describe her most favorite gift.
Ask her to tell you what she enjoys giving as a gift. This often
will be the thing that she enjoys receiving as well. Encourage an
open dialogue about gift giving and listen to the clues she is
giving you.
Don't take the easy way out. Don't just send a dozen flowers or
a box of chocolates and expect an overwhelming response. Women
love to receive gifts that are meaningful and matched to their
interest. If you do send flowers (and sometimes you should) add on
a special teddy bear, picture frame or balloons to make the gift
more personal.
Avoid candy or fitness related items. Don't give candy unless
it comes with another gift such as flowers or as part of a gift
basket. That way the woman can give away the candy and still enjoy
the gifts that came with it. Too many of us are watching our
weight and avoiding fatty and sugary foods. Fitness equipment
gifts may be considered an insult as though you are criticizing
the woman's weight. Don't think you're being helpful by giving
such a gift - it will backfire on you!
Don't buy a gift that you like or want and give it to someone
else. This trick will not work on any woman with half a brain!
Many years ago I had a committed relationship with a boyfriend
that never, and I mean never, bought me a gift. One year he
excitedly told me he had bought tickets to a concert for my
birthday! I was surprised and pleased until he announced that he
bought tickets to a Pink Floyd concert. I listened to Madonna and
Michael Jackson at the time not classic rock. Needless to say, out
of politeness I pretended to be happy and excited and went to the
concert and had a good time. Giving a gift to someone that is
something you like or want is selfish and sure to cause serious
repercussions in your relationship. Don't do it.
If in doubt give a gift certificate. Many on-line stores offer
gift certificates that are convenient and easy to redeem. It may
seem like a gift certificate is the easy way out but it isn't. If
you purchase a gift certificate from a store that offers gifts
interesting to the woman in your life then you are doing her a
huge favor. Not only will she get a great gift that interests her
but she can choose something that she will actually use and enjoy!
Make your gift giving successful by taking the time to learn
about the women in your life and to appreciate them for their
unique gifts. Women love to receive gifts and will reciprocate in
kind. Don't wait for a birthday or other special occasion. Give
gifts frequently and unexpectedly and you will be surprised by the
response you receive!
About The Author
Bonnie Jo Davis is also known as "The Gift Guru" by
her friends and family. She has many years of experience shopping
and preparing gifts for giving which has led her to create the new
web site Gift Ideas For Women. Visit http://www.Gift-Ideas-For-Women.com
today for free articles and gift selection and wrapping guides.
