Gift shopping inspiration

Finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones year after year may leave you feeling burnt out of new ideas. Before heading out to take on the madness of the malls in the hope of finding gifts that will be loved by their recipients, read on for gift buying tips.

Think about the person you’re buying the gift for. Consider their personality, latest craze, hobbies they have or activities they enjoy. An avid golfer may appreciate a new set of golf balls or golf glove, a new mum will more then likely relish a voucher for a massage at a luxurious spa.

Find out what they already have and then purchase accessories or accompaniments for it, for example; a movie for their Blu-ray player, a docking station for their iPod.

Consider their circumstances and their plans. If they are going on holiday; a cosmetic bag and travel size products may be useful. Someone who has just moved into a new home will probably appreciate décor items.

Gift ideas for men

a timeless watch

a fresh fragrance

a cool phone or tablet cover

a silk tie

a voucher for an adrenalin pumping activity

new sports equipment

a kindle

funky head phones

a great bottle of wine

snazzy cuff links

Gift ideas for women

a drool-worthy bag; whether its a tote, clutch or overnight one, it is bound to be appreciated

a spa day voucher

beautifully fragranced bath products

something sparkly; a necklace, bracelet or earrings

an antique jewellery box

a hat – perfect for long days at the beach

a set of make-up brushes

a glam party dress

luxurious lingerie

a feel good book