What do women want? It's an age old question, but we're pretty sure we've found the answer! Check out these fabulous gifts for her- we've found perfect presents for women of all ages.
How to buy brilliant gifts for her
At times women can appear inexplicably upset, appalled or even down right boggled at our telepathic short-comings if we fail to deliver the goods. If mind-reading is not your forte, it’s important to listen out for cryptic clues or cleverly dropped hints in the run-up to a special occasion. If you still have no idea whatsoever, then stick to our basic rules when buying gifts for women.
Whether it’s a birthday treat, a Christmas gift or a random surprise, women love to be pampered. Treat her by choosing thoughtful gifts that she would never splurge on herself.
Gifts for her - what not to buy
For wives, live-in girlfriends or mothers, cleaning products or practical household items should be avoided at all costs, lest you want that new compost bin, as well as its putrid contents, thrown at your head in the midst of a heated row! When buying gifts for her, it’s much safer to go for something heart-felt and indulgent that will make her smile.
Gym memberships and weight loss products are an absolute no-no. No matter what she asks you, she always looks great and NO, her thighs definitely do not look big in her new figure hugging skirt/jeans/bandage dress. Cute work-out clothes and sports accessories are only acceptable gifts for her if she’s already the sporty type and won’t be insulted by the suggestion that she could do with some exercise that doesn’t involve an arm and a T.V. remote.
Gifts for her- presentation is everything.
While we know it’s the thought that counts, but when buying gifts for her unless you are under 10 and can produce a home-made gift that will reduce her to a heap of sentimental goo, make her present look expensive. This can be achieved by actually buying something pricey or dressing it up with either lashings of good quality paper or a pretty box, covered in silk ribbons to make it look as extravagant as possible. Like the lady herself, she won’t be able to resist beautiful things.
This wonderfully unique map, from The Letteroom will make a great wedding anniversary gift for your someone special. Commemorate a special journey - where you met, proposed or...
Price: £22.00 From The Letteroom
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Price: £115.00 From Selfridges & Co Ltd
Send the age-old message of love with this wonderfully detailed 1940s-style telegram. Leave a lasting impression stamped upon that special someone's heart. Nothing...
Price: £10.00 From Not On The High Street
There will be more than one Queen Mum this mother's day and what better way to show her how much you appreciate her with one of these prints that can be personalised to include...
Price: £14.00 From Not On The High Street
Tell your mum exactly what you think of her with a piece of art that she can keep and show off in her home every day. Leave it as it is or add your own message straight from the...
Price: £65.00 From Not On The High Street
Now she can keep her most treasured memories with her at all times. This beautiful photo pouch is crafted from lizard-effect leather and features a gold pendant embossed with the...
Price: £270.00 From NET-A-PORTER
Express your love for another with this beautifully vintage 'Love' print. The minimalist design means that it will make a great addition to any room as well as a stunning romantic...
Price: £38.95 From Bloomsbury Store
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Price: €55.00 (approx. £46.51) From Giles Norman Photography
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Price: £9.75 From Not On The High Street
Give this darling piece of art to a loved one. It's made from a 1930's spelling game and put in a black wooden box frame so whoever receives it can hang it in their home.
Price: £59.95 From Selfridges & Co Ltd
This beautiful print will make the perfect gift for your other half, if you can't find the words to express the sentiment yourself. The print is the result of a collaboration by...
Price: £320.00 From Not On The High Street
This distinctive book marks a true cinematic event—Tim Walker’s film of the haunting Patrick McGrath story. This landmark edition follows the adventures of young Evelyn...
Price: £1,300.00 From teNeues
The perfect gift to remind someone of their fondest memories, or simply, the things that they love the most be it their favourite pastimes, childrens' names, wedding day or holiday...
Price: £95.00 From Not On The High Street
This wonderful "Married Life" print will make a fabulous anniversary or Valentine's gift for your someone special. You can even add a line of personalisation to the...
Price: £20.00 From Not On The High Street
If you can't find the words to tell that special someone just how much you love them, then let this romantic silk screen print do the talking for you. The beautifulu teal and...
Price: £39.00 From Not On The High Street
The only mouse that anyone would willingly welcome in to their house; Disney's Mickey coupled with the legendary Andy Warhol, equals a pop art combination made in pop culture...
Price: Was £29.00 Now £24.00 From Art RepublicWe've all had that split second realisation. The panic! This is a gift emergency. Never fear, we've got some great last minute gifts to bail you out.
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