Ways to Choose the Best Gift Ever ...

By Heather

Ways to Choose the Best Gift Ever ...

Choosing a gift for someone else can kind of suck. Even when you know someone really well, finding the perfect present can be hard. Sometimes, it's downright impossible! The good news? I'm here to help. Whether you're buying gifts for your boyfriend or your girlfriend, your mom or your dad, your boss, your work wife, or your best friend, here's a set of foolproof tips that will help you choose the absolute best gift ever, every single time!

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Make a List of Everything They Are Interested in

Make a List of Everything They Are Interested in This is so helpful! What do you know about the person you're buying a gift for? One of the easiest ways to choose the best ever gift is to write down a list of everything you know about that person, especially their likes, passions, and hobbies.

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Look into the past

Look into the past Nostalgia is always a winner. Think about a gift that will remind them of something special or fun in their past.

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Take a Tour around Your Friend's House for What They Need

Take a Tour around Your Friend's House for What They Need You can tell a lot about a person by paying attention to what's in their house. Not only will you find out what they're in need of, but you'll also see the types of things they like.

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Stalk a Bit

Stalk a Bit Stalk them on social media, especially, to see if they've shared any posts or articles about items they really love. Buy them something they mentioned in passing and it'll go over big!

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Personalize the Gift

Personalize the Gift Personalized presents are perfect. You can really commemorate the occasion and provide a truly thoughtful gift.

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Think about an inside Joke between You and Your Friend

Think about an inside Joke between You and Your Friend This is pretty personal, too, but on an even deeper level. This can also tap into nostalgia, so the recipient will absolutely love a gift like this.

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Think about Places You've Gone Together

Think about Places You've Gone Together Choosing a gift that reminds the person of something you've done together is so sweet! A gift like this will also let them know how much they mean to you.

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Base the Gift on Their Personality

Base the Gift on Their Personality You don't have to think too hard to find the perfect gift. Think about the recipient's personality and go from there.

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Think outside of the Box

Think outside of the Box You don't have to do what everyone else is doing, either. Don't feel like you have to get something traditional. Be original!

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Consider Hand-making a Gift

Consider Hand-making a Gift This is so thoughtful and means so much. If you have a talent, whether it's knitting, cooking, or painting, consider making a one-of-a-kind present.

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Choose an Experience over Material Goods

Choose an Experience over Material Goods Experiences are so much more valuable than material possessions. Think about giving a gift that creates memories, not clutter.

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Etsy is a Godsend if You Aren't Crafty

Etsy is a Godsend if You Aren't Crafty You can also find tons of original, unique gift ideas, many of which are outside of the box, too.

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Look for Sales to Make Your Wallet Happy

Look for Sales to Make Your Wallet Happy Sometimes price makes it hard to find a gift. You'd willingly spend a fortune to buy your friend or partner something special, but you don't have a fortune to spend. No problem! Stalk the sales and shop smart.

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Don't Go with Something Obvious

Don't Go with Something Obvious Okay, an “obvious” gift is occasionally the best choice, but all too often, it can make it look like you didn't put forth any effort.

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Watch What They Spend Their Money on

Watch What They Spend Their Money on Pay attention to the things they buy for themselves. You can either follow in their footsteps or use your secret knowledge to figure out what they won't buy for themselves.

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Listen to Them

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People mention the things they like and want all the time. You just have to listen closely – and remember what you hear, of course.

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Donate to a Charity if They Are into That

Donate to a Charity if They Are into That If all else fails, a charitable donation is a thoughtful, selfless gift. It might be the thing that brings the biggest smile to the recipient's face.

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Excellent suggestions.

Adding any sort of personal touch to your gifts will show how genuine you are:) great read! Thanks

Great!

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