ALT-4 Top 10 Gift Ideas for your Girlfriend
Nothing shows a woman that she is appreciated like a lovely, thoughtful gift. Women love receiving gifts, who doesn't, and they really love a thoughtful gift that shows them that you pay attention to what they like.
If you want to buy your girlfriend a wonderful gift, make sure that it is a personal gift. It must be something that she herself can use. Don't buy something for the house or the office, buy a gift for her. Flowers are always nice and chocolates too. But only if she is not on a diet!
A birthday or special occasion demands something nicer than flowers and chocolates though. Here is a list of the 10 top gift ideas for your girlfriend.
1. Jewelry: Most women love jewelry, but there are a few that do not, so pay attention. A necklace or bracelet is very nice to give if you want to buy a more expensive gift. Earrings are also good, if your girlfriend have holes in her ears. Some people are allergic to certain kinds of metals, so rather stick to a necklace or bracelet if you are not sure. Look at what other kinds of jewelry your girlfriend wears. Does she prefer delicate or more bold pieces? Does she only wear silver, or does she like colorful stuff. Buy her something different if you want, but not too different from the style she obviously prefers.
2. Things for the bath. There is not a woman who does not love something that smells nice. Bath salts, body scrubs, body cream, hand cream or shower gel are just a few things on the list. If you can, buy your girlfriend a basket of assorted stuff. Get some of the more expensive stuff that she will not often buy for herself.
3. A good perfume: Nothing shows how much you care than buying your girlfriend a good perfume. Sneak a peek at the soaps and creams she uses. Does she like lavender, or the smell of lilies? Sometimes just sniffing through the perfumes you can come across a wonderful smell that reminds you of the woman in your life.
4. Books: Not everyone likes books, but if your girlfriend loves reading, you are going to find it very easy to buy her gifts. Ask her about her favorite authors and which books she still wants to read. She will love talking about books and will be even more impressed that you remembered which books she loves.
5. Magazine subscriptions: Getting your girlfriend a magazine subscription will remind her about you every time she opens a new copy of her favorite magazine. Once again, pay attention to what your girlfriend likes. Don't subscribe her to 'National Geographic' if she likes 'Cosmopolitan' and vice versa.
6. Clothes: You can give your girlfriend clothes as a gift if you know her size. This is not so hard to find out, just have a peek in her cupboard when she is not looking. Buy something special like a nice jacket or designer jeans. Sexy underwear is also a good gift, but only if you have been together for a while.
7. Electronic gadgets: Who says women do not like gadgets? If you can afford it, an Ipod, digital camera or a smart-phone is a great gift. Just be aware that she does not have one of these gadgets already. If she says something like, ' I really need to upgrade my phone, you know what to get her!
8. Tickets to a show/concert: If you buy your girlfriend tickets to a show or concert, be okay with the fact that you are going to have to go with her. Your girlfriend wants to go with you, not one of her friends. Don't get tickets to the ballet if you are not able to sit through five minutes of 'Swan Lake', not to mention two hours. Tickets to a game is a great idea if she is into sports.
9. Week end breakaway: This is a wonderful idea, but only for couples who have known each other for a while. You are going to have to do all the planning and booking by yourself for it to be a gift. Maybe it is a good idea to give your girlfriend a bit of warning like telling her not to make any plans for the next weekend. And let her pack her own bag, she might be grumpy all weekend because you did not pack her make up.
10. A packed picnic basket: You can buy wonderful packed picnic baskets from deli's or supermarkets. Pack your own if it is a bit too expensive for you to buy one. Plan a wonderful spot for the picnic and stay the whole day. Don't forget a blanket.
There are many other gift ideas for your girlfriend. The most important thing is to listen to what she has to say and pay attention to what she likes. If you are still uncertain, get her the chocolate and flowers. It might be a bit unimaginative, but it is better than no gift at all.
