By Najwa Zulhisham
A bubbly personality with a hint of pseudo-sarcasm, Najwa is a world of creativity on her own. Coming from her failed acting career during her uni days, she started writing for fun, eventually making it her career. Other than having to do her nails every month, she also finds solace in her interior designer alter-ego, redesigning her bedroom whenever life doesn’t feel quite right.
Buying a present for someone involves a lot of thought. Choosing the first thing that catches your eye in the store is not an option. Worrying about what might happen if they don’t enjoy it is understandable. You know, what if they decide to throw it? Even though it’s highly unlikely that the person you’re buying for will end up throwing away your gift, there are still a few things to keep in mind before you hand over your cash at the counter. Explore with us a concise introduction to the art of gift giving so that you can bring a wider smile to the faces of those you care about.
First Impressions Last
Obviously, the perfect packaging is essential to the success of any gift. When a present is opened, the wrapping is the very first thing that is noticed by the recipient. If you want your gift to be more memorable and to make an impression that will last, choose a wrapping that complements not only the gift itself but also the personality of the person who will be receiving it. Both the gift and the packaging can be kept for an indefinite amount of time. The act of unwrapping your present will be one that the recipient will remember for a long time.
Age Isn’t Just A Number
When picking out a present, remember to take into account the recipient’s age. That dollhouse isn’t going in your aunt’s retirement shopping cart, is it? It is fairly obvious that a person’s age gives insight into their character and interests. Putting in the effort to find a suitable present by relating it to who they are is reflected in your thoughtfulness. It’s clear that you put thought and care into selecting this gift, and that’ll make the gift even more special to the recipient.
Forget About The Price Tags
In the words of Jessie J, it’s not about the money. In this case, the value of your gift should not be measured in terms of monetary worth but rather in terms of the thoughts it conveys to the recipient. It shouldn’t matter to either you or the recipient how much the gift costs, whether it’s a cheap one or an expensive one. When giving a gift, it is extremely important that the price tags be removed from the item being given. When we go shopping for presents for the people we care about, we might have a spending limit in mind, but it would be impolite to let the recipient know about it.
Celebrate The Right Way
It’s important to remember that each occasion calls for a variety of gifts. Even though we can possibly give someone a washing machine for their birthday, it’s more fitting for a housewarming celebration. You’re in luck because Flower Chimp has gifts for every occasion. You can find collections there for just about any celebrations you can think of. Any of these gifts would be perfect, and all you have to do is choose one!
Pop The Question
The question that needs to be asked is “What are we?” When shopping for a gift for someone, it is essential to take into consideration the nature of your connection with the recipient. When choosing presents, we make an effort to select something that is as meaningful as possible while also taking into consideration the nature of the relationship. Think about the kind of connection you have with this person. Married for a long time? Work companion from 9 to 5? Or the person who lives directly next to you? For each of these kinds of relationships, there are specific kinds of presents that are appropriate to give.
