Hey friend,

It’s not always easy to pick out the perfect present for your loved ones. Their lists might be vague or full of hard-to-find items. Maybe they’re not very vocal about their hobbies. You may even spend Christmas Eve worrying about how they’ll react to your gift.

Luckily, there are some simple, fail-proof ways to guarantee you’ll pick out something they’ll love. For a stress-free shopping experience, check out these secrets to buying the perfect Christmas gift.

Secrets To Buying The Perfect Christmas Gift 

Consider the Recipient

Presents aren’t one-size-fits-all. As people, we’re all unique, with different lifestyles, hobbies, clothing preferences, and more. The perfect gift isn’t something that’s uniform. Your sporty daughter’s idea of the perfect gift might be a brand-new soccer ball, while your grandfather might prefer a 1000-piece puzzle he can work on in his spare time.

If you understand your recipient’s personal preferences, it’s much easier to find some useful, thoughtful gifts you can give them. Picking out presents for someone you don’t know very well? In that case, your shopping trip might be a little harder. Thankfully, you can surf the internet to find some great holiday gift ideas for everyone.

Reflect Your True Self

Another secret to buying the perfect Christmas gift is to make sure it’s from the heart. It’s important to get a gift that reflects the preferences of your recipient, but, in the process, don’t forget to add your own personal flair. The holidays aren’t just about giving; they’re about sharing, too—and there’s no better way to do that than by sharing a little bit of yourself with the people you love.

If you’re looking for a present for a music-lover, try gifting them one of your favorite albums, CDs, or iTunes songs. Who knows? Chances are, you might have similar tastes. When it comes to candles, pick out a scent that reminds you of the other person.

Maybe the smell of sweet cinnamon reminds you of the time you two shared a funnel cake or churros at the amusement park. What about the scent of driftwood, and how it reminds you of you and your spouse’s beachside honeymoon? There are endless possibilities.

Avoid Generic Items

If you’re struggling to come up with ideas, it might be tempting to turn to generic items, like socks, cheap kitchen appliances, or even a plant. But unless the person you’re purchasing a gift for specifically requested these items, it’s better to steer clear. Giving out simple, impersonalized items can make it seem like you haven’t put much thought into their gift.

While these smaller, basic gifts make for great stocking stuffers, you should avoid making them the main event. For similar reasons, you shouldn’t give out gift bundles, which are multiple gifts wrapped into one. If you pair a pack of hair ties and candy with a Nintendo Switch, your recipient might get hung up on the former. To avoid devaluing your big-name items with the smaller, cheaper ones, you should always wrap them separately.

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Much love, JessXO