| I want to offer something for the love of my life(my aunt ofc😼) birthday but i've lowkey been struggling to know what exactlyy, probably a ring but like it's soooo complicated to offer jewelry to a woman, but i've only been struggling for her, because,like for other people i just take a merch of their interest, like a pop of my friend's fav sonic character or a sweat of my sister's favorite girl band. |
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| Usually yes, since I know their interests and hobbies. But as the old saying goes, when in doubt gift card it out! 🤣 |
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| Yes it's easy for me since I don’t have any loved ones, I dont have friends or family in real life. |
| Mostly yeah. Alcohol always goes down well as all except my eldest sister have it frequently. Sometimes I struggle finding stuff for the partners of my niece & nephew, as I don't know everything they like. |
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| It's easy to find something, but it's difficult to find something special. |
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It's easy to find something, but it's difficult to find something special.
| @Zarutaku You know, it's actually interesting. Should it be *special something* at all? Life consists of simple everyday's pleasures, not of one-time impressions. It's more about knowing what they will be happy with, than trying to impress. I mean, I heard a lot of people saying they need to buy *something* for their friends, wives, kids or parents. But it feels like when I need *something* for the "loved" ones, I am already lost: it means I didn't listen to them enough. And *special*... well, I can't speak of others, but I personally have many *special* gifts covered with dust on shelves, while *special* moments are always with me. So, I think it makes sense to focus on delivery more than the thing itself, if you want them to remember it. Idk how it helps, just some random thought, haha. |
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@Zarutaku
You know, it's actually interesting. Should it be *special something* at all? Life consists of simple everyday's pleasures, not of one-time impressions. It's more about knowing what they will be happy with, than trying to impress.
I mean, I heard a lot of people saying they need to buy *something* for their friends, wives, kids or parents. But it feels like when I need *something* for the "loved" ones, I am already lost: it means I didn't listen to them enough.
And *special*... well, I can't speak of others, but I personally have many *special* gifts covered with dust on shelves, while *special* moments are always with me. So, I think it makes sense to focus on delivery more than the thing itself, if you want them to remember it.
Idk how it helps, just some random thought, haha.
You know, it's actually interesting. Should it be *special something* at all? Life consists of simple everyday's pleasures, not of one-time impressions. It's more about knowing what they will be happy with, than trying to impress.
I mean, I heard a lot of people saying they need to buy *something* for their friends, wives, kids or parents. But it feels like when I need *something* for the "loved" ones, I am already lost: it means I didn't listen to them enough.
And *special*... well, I can't speak of others, but I personally have many *special* gifts covered with dust on shelves, while *special* moments are always with me. So, I think it makes sense to focus on delivery more than the thing itself, if you want them to remember it.
Idk how it helps, just some random thought, haha.
| @LoveYourSmile Everyday little gifts don't need to be special, but a special occasion calls for a special gift. It's not about trying to impress, but about putting some thought into the gift, that's what makes it special. |
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| No, I overthink every little detail and it gets even more stressful when I start wondering what if they don't like it |
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| I've been buying my parents stuff matching their interests for xmas and birthdays but they never use any of it. I even forged them some kitchen knives one time but those went straight into a junk pile somewhere. I think I'm done giving them gifts. |
| Unless you know your aunt ring size, don't even go there. If you're set on jewelry, I'd recommend a necklace or bracelet or even a brooch if she's into them. Much less chance of buying something that won't fit well. Also, take a look at what jewelry she already wears - is it gold? silver? If she doesn't ever wear "yellow metals" that's probably a clue for what she likes. Things you're made yourself are probably most welcome. Handmade stuff just let the person know that you care. If you’re not confident in making something yourself or you’re pressed for time… Is she a knick-knack person? = Maybe a nice figurine or a picture frame? Is she into music? = Nice headphones or tickets to a concert? Is she into gardening? = Tools, gear or plants? Does she like cooking/baking? = Tools? Or maybe a dinner at a nice restaurant (especially if she cooks every day and maybe she wants a break from it)? Just think about what kind of person she is or what her aspirations and hobbies are. Sometimes we wrongly connect “special” with “luxurious/expensive”. |
| Offering made it sound too ritualistic, like someone just died lmao Well, ig I'll just agree with most of the consensus. Something fitting to their likes and personality |
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