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It doesn’t matter who you’re doing it for, buying a gift can be a seriously difficult and stressful experience. Not only is is tough to figure out what someone actually wants but you’ve then got to go about finding the perfect version of that particular thing! It’s enough to anyone completely mad! But don’t worry, here to save the day is your guide to finding the perfect gift. No matter how fussy the person you’re shopping for is, this guide will help you bowl them over with just how thoughtful, kind and generous you really are. (Without having to go bankrupt in the process.)
Go beyond Amazon
Amazon is amazing. There’s no doubt about that. You name it; you can probably find it there. But that does mean that the things you find on Amazon are a lot more likely to be the kind of thing someone else has already bought. If you want to find something different or a bit personal then you should check out sites like Etsy and Redbubble. On sites like this not only are you helping smaller retailers but you are also going to find unique items that you won’t come across anywhere else on the internet. Plus, a lot of sellers on these sites will even create completely bespoke items so that your gift has that truly personal touch.
Shop internationally
A lot of people avoid shopping on certain sites because so many of them refuse to ship internationally. But thank the Lord because that problem has finally been solved! There are now services which will, for example, provide UK retailers with a UK address and then ship the item to you. No longer will you need to be limited by your location when you’re trying to find the perfect gift. Of course, make sure you check out the parcel rates so you can be sure you’re not going to end up spending too much.
Rethink what a “present” is
Whenever people think of a present, we imagine handing over a gift that’s wrapped in some attractive paper and watching someone excitedly open it. Of course, this is accurate most of the time, but does it have to be? Why not get creative with your gifts? Does the person you’re buying for have a passion that they never get to express? Or something they’ve always wanted to do? Why not give them the gift of that experience? Send them to the theater, get them dance lessons, give them a chance to go white water rafting! By rethinking what a present really means, you can give someone a gift that will truly stay with them for the rest of their life.
So there you have it, you’re now armed with the information that you need to give someone the perfect gift. Just remember to think about them carefully and try to avoid getting something just because you would want to be given it yourself.
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