Gifts For Her
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.
Pink Pearl Earrings, with 18ct Yellow Gold
These delightful designer stud earrings featuring a button freshwater pearl are certainly pretty in pink! They measure approximately 8-8.5mm in width and are finished with a post...
Price: £120.00 From Winterson
Moonstone Stud Earrings
These subtly stylish earrings from Monica Vinader will add an air of understated elegance to any outfit - day or night. Crafted from 18ct gold vermeil on sterling silver, each stud...
Price: £135.00 From Monica Vinader
Penguin Postcards
Postcards that bibliophiles everywhere will love. This pack of classic postcards contains 100 of Penguin's iconic book cover prints.
Price: £14.95 From Bloomsbury Store
Floral Pyjamas
These beautiful pyjamas from Cath Kidston are as warm and comfortable as they are pretty. The perfect nightwear for those cold winter nights.
Price: £50.00 From Cath Kidston
Marie Pendant Necklace
This beautiful pendant by Monica Vinader is crafted from 18ct gold vermeil on sterling silver. The intricately designed Marie pendant is suspended from a 32” Jun Chain and...
Price: £210.00 From Monica Vinader
Please Mr. Postman
I Love You Telegram
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
Assouline Books - Chanel Luxury Bookset
This beautiful "Chanel Luxe" book set will make the perfect gift for any lucky lady. The set is presented in Coco Chanel's signature quilted leather and features three...
Price: £475.00 From NET-A-PORTER
Putting On The Ritz
Afternoon Tea At The Ritz for Two
Tea at the Ritz is a British institution. Served in the sumptuous Palm Court, myriad culinary delights are offered: 17 varieties of loose tea; freshly cut cucumber sandwiches;...
Price: £94.00 From LastMinute.com
Ivory Rose Bouquet in Orb Vase
This beautiful bouquet of roses from the Real Flower Company are simply elegant. The perfect gift for your special lady, they boast delicately smooth tones of ivory and exude a...
Price: £80.00 From Selfridges & Co Ltd
Antique Rose Dressing Gown
This stylishly feminine dressing gown features a typically beautiful print from Cath Kidston. It is soft and comfortable, the perfectly pretty way to relax at home in the evenings.
Price: £75.00 From Cath Kidston
Chanel Nº5
Perhaps the most iconic perfume of all, Chanel Nº5 is the ultimate accessory for any glamorous woman. It is an indefinable feminine fragrance with essence of abstract flowers....
Price: £119.00 From Selfridges & Co Ltd
Clinique Deep Comfort Moisture Set - Limited Edition
This stunning set from Clinique does exactly what it says on the tin - it provides a deeply comforting experience that will leave the skin feeling rejuvenated, soft, fresh and...
Price: £30.00 From Selfridges & Co Ltd
Floyd Leather Coin Purse
This pretty purse will help her keep her pennies in order while serving as an adorable accessory and token of your love. Crafted from fine calf leather, the piece comes in a...
Price: £125.00 From NET-A-PORTER
'Love Letters of Great Men' Collection
This book was put together after women everywhere wanted a copy of a nonexistent book that featured in Sex and the City, where Carrie and Big drew their wedding vows from. A book...
Price: £9.99 From Bloomsbury Store
Daines & Hathaway Jewellery Box - Caramel Verona
Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but she does need something beautiful to store them in, and this jewellery box from Daines & Hathaway will do just that job. Crafted from...
Price: £282.50 From Amara
Freshwater Pearl Necklace with 18ct White Gold or Silver clasp
This classic hand-knotted single strand of Freshwater pearls measures 45cm in length. The cultured 7-8mm pearls are finished with either a sterling silver magnetic ball clasp or an...
Price: £350.00 From Winterson