We all know the feeling of rushing to buy a gift for someone, only to discover that we’ve forgotten something. Whether it’s a last-minute birthday wish or a thank-you present for helping out at work, it can be hard—and embarrassing—to find that perfect gift in time. However, there are some tricks that will help you avoid this problem and make sure your girlfriend is thrilled on her special day:
Keep an eye on her taste.
You should also keep an eye on her taste.
Ask friends and family what they think, as well as looking at her Instagram, Facebook and other social media pages. By asking them what they like to see in a girl, you will get some great ideas for gifts that she may not have thought about herself but will love. If she has a favorite book or movie it could be worth investigating further!
You can ask her about specific pieces of clothing that she likes and then search for these items online so that you don’t miss out on getting them for yourself too! The same goes for accessories such as jewelry; if your girlfriend has an interest in fashion then there’s no reason why she shouldn’t own some pieces herself (unless of course those items are too expensive). This way both parties get something nice without spending too much money!
Put her passion on a pedestal.
If you have time to think about it, there are many ways to put your girlfriend’s passions on a pedestal. For example, if she loves cooking, buy her a set of cookware. Maybe she has a particular hobby that makes her happy (like knitting or gardening), so buy her something related to that hobby as well.
If she loves music and singing but hates having to lug around all those heavy speakers when she goes out dancing every weekend night with friends, maybe give her an ipod speaker system so she can listen while doing other things like dancing and drinking alcohol at parties instead of being stuck at home listening through headphones in silence while everyone else gets drunk around them…
Observe what’s around her.
- Look at what she’s wearing.
- Look at what she has in her room.
- Look at what she has on her desk.
- Look at what she has on her phone.
- Make sure you have time to see every inch of this person before giving them an expensive gift, because that may be the only chance you get if they’re not home!
Track down your favorites (hobbies, guilty pleasures, etc.) and find out if she has one too.
A hobby is something that you enjoy doing, and can hold your attention for long periods of time. It could be something as simple as reading, or it could be more complex like playing the guitar or cooking.
Guilty pleasures are things that you enjoy because they make you feel good but aren’t necessarily good for you in any way—like eating chocolate ice cream every single day during winter break.
You can find out if she has one too by asking her what she likes to do on a regular basis (or better yet, ask her directly) and then take note of the answers so that when it comes time for gift giving, all those questions will come in handy!
Note what she already has and try to do better.
Here’s a simple way to find a gift that will make your girlfriend smile. Think about what she already has, then try to do better. Don’t just buy the same thing again; instead, try something different. For example:
- If she has an iPhone 6s and loves taking pictures, get her an over-the-ear headphone set with microphone so she can take great selfie videos and share them on social media without having her hands full with her phone while holding onto it like there’s no tomorrow (or else).
- If you know she loves coffee but drinks only lattes at home because they’re convenient for work meetings or other obligations where people come over for coffee all day long every week (like ours), get her some fancy espresso machine as a housewarming gift—it’ll be worth it when you spend less time making coffee by yourself or buying pre-made coffees from Starbucks every day!
Find out what she’s been wanting to buy but hasn’t yet.
You can ask her friends and family. If she’s been talking about buying something, chances are they know what it is and will be happy to help you out.
You can ask her directly if she wants to receive a gift from you in exchange for something else (e.g., dinner). This is usually successful if the two of you have some sort of relationship that goes beyond just being friends or acquaintances; however, sometimes this strategy isn’t as effective because people aren’t always willing to give away their secrets for free!
You can look through her online shopping history: Does she seem like someone who buys things often? Or does she only buy once every few months? These questions will help give insight into whether or not this person has any desire for meaningful connections with others around them—so long as those connections don’t involve money exchanges (which should never happen anyway).
Give her something that will challenge her creatively.
If you want to surprise your girlfriend and make a lasting impression, give her something that will challenge her creatively. There are tons of creative gifts out there—a book on art history, an artist-made piece of furniture or sculpture (like this one), or even a puzzle! Just remember that these things tend to be more memorable than material ones like jewelry or clothes.
Here are some examples:
- A handmade mug with your best friend’s name printed on it—this is perfect for friends who love coffee like me!
- An original painting by an up-and-coming artist—my husband bought me one last year for our anniversary; it was amazing!
It takes a little research to find a memorable gift, but it’ll be well worth it when you give her the right thing!
Research is the key to finding a memorable gift. You’ve got to know your girlfriend’s interests and hobbies, and then you can get creative with it. The more you know about her, the better your gift will be. If she loves dogs or food, for example, there are plenty of options out there for either one!
If she has a favorite band or singer that you know nothing about—well…that’s where we come in! We’ll take care of all those little details so that when she opens up her new gift and sees (or hears) it in person, she’ll remember exactly why you’re her favorite guy in this whole wide world (and maybe even start singing along).
Conclusion
I hope that these tips have helped you think of some potential gifts for your girlfriend. The next time you see her, I hope she’s thanking you for giving her something she’ll never forget!
