Xmas, birthdays, valentines gift ideas

28iGHT · 10-05-2008, 03:46 PM

I thought i'd start up a thread about gift ideas, am sure some of you are in situations where your struggling to buy xmas/bday/anniversary/valentines prezzi for a loved one like i am..

Ok so christmas is coming up, only a few weeks away now, and am stuck, i have no idea what to get my bf, been together nearly 2years, and i need to get him something for 4 different occasions. Chirstmas, our anniversary is on Jan 23rd, his birthday is on Jan 28 plus valentines day. I'd be really greatful if you all can help out..

* He loves his r'n'b, slow jams, 80's music, but his collected almost all the albums from his favourite artists over the years.

* His really picky about clothing, also i already got him a timberland jumper earlier this year for his birthday.

* Cologne is an option, i have bought him loads already, was thinking maybe get him Dolce and Gabana's Light Blue but he has mentioned how he bought a bottle of Carolina Herrera a few weeks back and his little cousin liked it so he gave the bottle to him, also we were out shopping yesterday and he went into the fragrance shop asking for Carolina Herrera original, but they didn't have it, been looking for some online but can't find any originals, so i'd be greatful if someone can post a link in this thread..

* He likes his drinks, lol stella mostly but he also like some Chillean red wine.. I'm no wine expert, so if someone can suggest some nice bottles? Don't wanna spend more than £20 for a bottle. Was googling for some suggestions, and i found something called Montes Alpha Syrah, £10.44 a bottle from john lewis, has anyone tried it before? If so, let me know if its worth getting.

* Hamper, erm what would go in a xmas/bday hamper? Don't wanna give a man cuddly toys.

* Food, i can't cook, so please don't suggest any cooking, lol i made some fudge cookies and choco brownies for valentines day earlier this year, didn't go down well, lol but his the polite type, so he ate most of them, then teased me afterwards lol. He does love his desserts, maybe will give a go at making Fudge and Peacan cheesecake, if it goes terribly wrong, go and buy one and say i made it

* Gadgets/computer games, sorry i forgot to mention he turns 32 in jan, his not the type who's into gadgets or games, he likes cars but doesn't own one so can't get any tools.

* Could go out for a nice meal, but we do that alot anyways.

* Going away, its hard to go away for the weekend or a few days, because of family and work..

* He hates jewellery, watches/rings/bracelets.

Anyways some of the things i just mentioned that i could or couldn't get/do for my bf, hope it helps someone else.

Any suggestions not noted already are welcome, thanks in advance

Tripleeagle · 10-05-2008, 07:16 PM

Vouchers! xD

28iGHT · 10-05-2008, 08:54 PM

Vouchers for what?

Tripleeagle · 10-06-2008, 12:12 AM

Game? Firebox? Maplin?
I donno...I've never had a boyfriend before xD

Paper_Chaser · 10-06-2008, 01:19 AM

Well, you dont need to buy him loads of stuff, if you get him something and something else, he doesnt need a hamper aswell. Sounds like youve got him alot of stuff, and he has mostly what he needs, so if there is anything else, get him that. How about something different, like a drive in a ferrari, its only about 50quid for an hour, and if he doesnt have a car, he might relish something like that. It's hard for us to comment cos we dont know the geezer. Maybe search through the artists he likes and find missing albums he aint got. Most likely he hasnt got everything by all his favourite arists. Keep searching for that aftershave, you bound to find it? What about skydiving, that would be a crazy bday present. A little get away for a night somewhere nice, im sure you could find someone to look after family or summink. Thats all i can think of at the mo. Peace

Tripleeagle · 10-06-2008, 08:52 AM

Nice ideas P_C
Experiences is a good one: you can get packages for going skydiving, driving, doing quad or playing paintball or stuff like that

mrsdexter · 10-06-2008, 03:29 PM

Hi - dont know if this is any help but have seen some great stuff on a gift website called bibelo gifts. As he likes his music you might be interested in these cd wall tiles which display all your favourite album covers and this bottle shaped barware set which is pretty cool!
Hope this helps!

28iGHT · 10-06-2008, 05:35 PM

Thanks PC and Ms Dexter, great website. BTW someone help me, whats better Aftershave or EDT?

Was looking at PRADA aftershave and ARMANI CODE EDT before, they both smelt gorgeous wasn't sure which one to get.

Was thinking

Xmas:

Carolina Herrera + something else

Anniversary:

Pastel portrait of first pic together, Champagne bottle, Home-made pecan cheesecake, Candles, Strawberry/Chocolate sauces for later

Birthday:

Armani Code / Prada and something else.

Valentines:

Nice meal, Chocolate basket and something else.

Paper_Chaser · 10-06-2008, 05:52 PM

Welcome to the forum Mrs Dexter, thanks for posting and if you need any help contact a mod. lol, we now planning your annual gifts. Whats EDT? Get whatever one would suit him most. Peace

28iGHT · 10-06-2008, 06:29 PM

Lol not planning, its called *helping me* lol theres a difference. I just don't want things to mess up or he be disappointed. EDT is EAU DE TOILETTE but for men of course lol

BTW welcome to the forum Ms Dexter

enjoy your stay.