We’ve all got that one girlfriend who’s extremely difficult to buy for. If you need a helping hand, this article has you covered. Here are five meaningful gift ideas that are sure to put a smile on the trickiest birthday girl’s face!
Even if you consider yourself a great gift giver, at some point in your life, you’re going to get stumped. You may have managed to scrape by with a well-received present for that difficult person last year and the year before, but as the years go on it becomes harder and harder to know what to buy.
If you’re looking for some food for thought as to what to get that special someone, keep reading. There’s always a gift that will resonate, even with those who are the hardest to buy for!
#1 – Birthstone Jewellery
Jewellery is so personal that it can be hit and miss to give it as a gift. Also, because it’s a common gift idea, people already tend to have a lot of items they may never wear. However, silver birthstone jewellery is virtually guaranteed to land well with the recipient. Silver is a great middle ground in terms of price/quality, and there’s a wide variety of different forms it can take. Selecting a piece with someone’s birthstone adds a more personal touch and it’ll stand out against more generic options.
#2 – Wall Art
Wall art is another excellent gift to give a picky person. If you know the recipient’s passions and interests, you’ll find a ton of bespoke, handmade artwork reflecting those interests on sites like Etsy. Try to make it as personal as possible: consider the person’s favourite books, films, and TV shows, or try for something to do with a hobby of theirs, such as baking or running.
#3 – Memory Photo Book
If the person you’re buying for is a close friend, you’ll surely have a lot of pictures with them. With this being the case, why not turn them into the perfect homemade gift? Purchase a scrapbook and have your favourite pictures of the two of you printed. Be thoughtful with the arrangement, and add tasteful decoration when needed. They’re sure to appreciate the effort!
#4 – Experiences
Most people go straight to the idea of buying ‘stuff’ when they consider gift giving, but some of the best gifts ever come in the form of experiences. Again, drill into what they like doing most: if you’ve got time, drop subtle questions asking about stuff they’d love to do but don’t have the cash for.
This could be anything, from a music concert to a trip to the local zoo. They’ll feel appreciated, listened to, and excited for celebrations that extend beyond their birthday.
#5 – Gift Baskets
If you’re struggling to settle on one present, you could consider going with multiple smaller things. Gift baskets are a great way of going about it. Tailor the basket towards a theme, say, a movie night, and arrange multiple smaller gifts towards that end. Take care to present each item carefully – it’s all about the aesthetics with this sort of gift.
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