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.
Hide your eggs in this quaint floral bird house box this Easter and let the kids try and sniff them out. It also makes a great Easter decoration that will brighten up your home.
Price: €18.00 (approx. £15.41) From The Homebarn
It may not be Christmas but that doesn't mean you can't decorate your home for Easter. Start a new trend and get in the Easter spirit with a lovely painted wood decoration that...
Price: €16.00 (approx. £13.70) From The Homebarn
Fill your house with the scent of red, red roses and get in the romantic mood. A rose by any other flame wouldn't smell this sweet.
Price: £22.00 From Selfridges & Co Ltd
Whether she's a knackered, lazy or moody cow, this candle set will have her covered with a collection of soothing aromas, all presented in a pretty gift box.
Price: £22.00 From COWSHED
Get comfy and snuggle up with the Fab Four! This feather-filled cushion features the iconic image of The Beatles in their Sergeant Peppers' uniforms and will make a great statement...
Price: £50.00 From John Lewis
Created at the end of the sixties by iconic Danish designer and architect Verner Panton, the Flowerpot lamp has become an icon in its own right. Named after the happy days of...
Price: £252.00 From Cloudberry Living
Choose a beautiful hand poured gothic-style candle with the hand-jewelled letter of your choice, and treat her to the beautiful fragrance of blackberry and amber encased in white...
Price: £24.00 From Heal's
Wild Cow Invigorating Travel Candles are the perfect way to transform even the dreariest of hotel rooms into a calm, fresh oasis. With a green, fresh blend of lemongrass, ginger...
Price: £22.00 From COWSHED
Get an insight into Orla Kiely's iconic style with this beautiful and inspirational book. She gives a personal account of the evolution of her designs, with examples of her work...
Price: £25.00 From Bloomsbury Store
The perfect gift for any chatterbox! This fun two piece Lips Phone design splits in the middle, with the upper section functioning as the hand piece and the push button keypad,...
Price: £35.00 From Heal's
Inject some gothic glamour into your home with this striking candle. The glass candle features a hand-jewelled diamante lightening bolt and boasts the popular Ariel fragrance. It...
Price: £22.00 From Heal's
Cute bird pillow cases to give you sweet dreams and optimistic awakenings each morning.
Price: £24.99 From Not On The High Street
If seduction is an art, let this candle light your way. With a floral, spicy blend of rose absolute, patchouli and cinnamon essential oils to create the right mood, it truly is the...
Price: £30.00 From COWSHED
What better way to treat your beauty on Valentine's Day, than with the Goddess of Love herself! This adhesive Vénus mirror is a perfect feature piece that will add an air of...
Price: £52.60 From Made In Design
This fragrant candle is a green, fresh blend that leaves the mind feeling revitalised. It is made with essential oils of lemongrass, ginger and rosemary, ingredients that have been...
Price: £30.00 From COWSHED
A lingering reminder of someone's absence, lipstick marks on coffee cups tend to make people like Gary Barlow feel rather down. Turn this stereotype on its head with this 24 carat...
Price: £14.95 From Not On The High StreetWe'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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