This post is for all the men in your life who struggle and flail around when it comes to buying a gift. Send them a link or print it out and slip it onto their bedside table to give them a bit of gifting inspiration.
Even though everyone always complains about how hard it is to buy men gifts, it can be just as tricky to get the right thing for the lady in your life. Indeed, with so much choice out there it can be easier to opt for the typical choice of a box of chocs and a bunch of flowers. But I’m here to tell you a secret, indeed the Women have asked me to tell you that we much rather have something else. So let me show you exactly what we all want when birthdays, Christmas, and our anniversaries roll around. Keep reading to find out more.
Perfume making experience
One of the most-desired gift experiences right now is the opportunity to go to a Perfumery and make a custom scent. After all, once the experience is over, the recipient still has a bespoke perfume that they can wear again and again. They also get the joy of others asking what perfume they are wearing and being able to tell them it’s custom.
Many perfumeries are offering these experiences now, and some combine them with additional features to enhance the experience such as afternoon tea or a private session with a perfumer. Book a location close to you, or choose one that is in another destination and incorporate it with another experience such as a luxury hotel stay for extra sparkle. Oh and remember scent is one of the most sensuous, and memory triggering things there is, so if you are looking to make a good lasting impression on the lady in your life, this option is a must.
A well-chosen piece of jewelry
There is a right way and a wrong way to buy jewelry for the lady in your life. The wrong way is opting for something that just looks pretty, without putting much thought into it.
The right way, on the other hand, involves thinking carefully about each aspect of your jewelry purchase, matching it to the message and the person you are buying it for. For instance, some women only wear a certain type of metal when it comes to jewelry, either because of allergies, preference or as a match to their skin tone. Therefore, buying something made of a metal that they don’t usually wear could be a big mistake.
Similarly, there is a huge opportunity to infuse meaning into a jewelry gift as different stones and styles have different associations. For example, a Claddagh necklace is the perfect gift for someone that you are in a romantic relationship with because the crown means loyalty, the hands friendship, and the heart true love. It’s also an ideal option for anyone proud of their Irish heritage!
Some unsurpassed skincare
You may think that skincare is a sensitive subject when it comes to gifting. However, as long as you go about it in the right way, a set of high-quality skincare products is likely to be received with joy!
The first thing you will need to consider here is the type of skin that the lady in your life has. Indeed, skincare tends to be targeted these days so buying products for oiling skin, when the recipient has dry skin is a big no-no.
It’s also a good idea to think about the type of benefits they would most want from their skincare. Although tread carefully here as buying products explicitly designed to deal with an issue they may be sensitive about such as wrinkles, or acne could be insulting.
An adrenaline boost for two
Many women would love to trade in their generic bath salt gifts for something much more exciting. The good news is you can impress the lady in your life by releasing this and booking an adrenaline-fueled experience. Indeed, by booking it for both of you, you will provide not only a fun time for her, but some precious memories for you both to look back on.
Of course, choosing the right type of experience is critical, so if the lady in tour life isn’t keen on water, it’s best to steer clear of the white water rafting experience and go for a bungee jump or helicopter piloting one instead. Additional options include rally or race car driving experiences, rock climbing, skydiving, swimming with sharks and zip lining.
A really fancy meal
If your typical date night is heading to the local takeaway, then splashing out on a fancy 3, 5, or 7-course meal will be a welcome change of pace. Avoid chain restaurants and opt for high-end independent establishments where possible.
Choose a Micheline starred restaurant that offers a tasting menu (7-9 courses) paired with their own wine selection for a truly unforgettable experience, she will treasure forever. Just remember to book ahead to ensure you get a table for the dates you want, or why not choose vouchers, and wrap them up like a gift in a pretty box with a bow?
A little luxury
Last, of all, few women in this world wouldn’t appreciate a little luxury. Indeed, all the hard work that women do in their careers and at home can often be overlooked, and by offering them a break you will show us just how much we are appreciated.
One of the best options for luxury is to book a night away at a really fun hotel. I’m not talking about those generic chains with white sheets, and bland logos though. Instead go for something grand like a country house on its own grounds, or a fancy, historic hotel in a city.
Upgrade the experience by booking a suit instead of a room, and if possible find somewhere that has a pool and a full spa. Then you can book in your lady for a massage or other relaxing treatment.
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