Isnât it frustrating to look forward to receiving something really great from your boyfriend only to open it and be disappointed? That doesnât have to happen to you again. Donât simply hope your boyfriend gets you something you love; make sure of it! With these tips, you never have to get a bad gift from your boyfriend again.
1 Answer when He Asks the Magic Question
Chances are pretty high your boyfriend is going to want to know what you want when a holiday is coming up. Thisâs your chance, ladies! Be ready with an answer! Iâve found that directness is actually preferred by most men so tell him what you want. True, itâs not as romantic as him coming up with a great gift on his own but itâs a sure way to make sure you get something you love.
2 Make Him a List
Some guys like for their girlfriends to make them a wish list. Of course, you donât want to just walk up and hand him a list he didnât ask for. But if he asks you to write down what you would like, do so! My husband prefers me to write down some things Iâd like when a holiday is approaching. This makes it easier on him and I get something I enjoy. Itâs a win-win!
3 Go to the Mall Together
A subtle way to let your boyfriend in on things youâd like to have as a gift is to go to the mall together. You can take a leisurely stroll and admire things you like. Let him do the math from there. Itâs even okay to tell him youâd love to have the item youâre admiring. Thisâs helpful to a guy that doesnât know what to get his girl.
4 Drop Hints
Thereâs always this strategy. Dropping hints is another way to get the message across about what youâd like to receive as a gift. However, be forewarned. Sometimes this works and sometimes it doesnât. It all depends on the guy. If this strategy doesnât work then move on to another one.
5 Let Him Know What Impresses You
If your guy does happen to get you an amazing gift, let him know! Brag on his gift choice and tell him how much you love it. If he thinks his gift was impressive then heâll take note. Heâll try to get you something similar again. Itâs also okay to remind him of gifts youâve loved in the past to give him some guidance in the future.
6 Tell Him Your Favorite Stores
If youâve been together any length of time then your boyfriend probably knows your favorite stores. If he doesnât, or if your relationship is still in the early stages, then share this information. Letting him in on your favorite stores makes sure youâll get a gift from the right place. Even if he chooses a gift you donât like from a store you love, itâll be much easier to exchange it if youâre a frequent shopper. The store employees know you and will be happy to accommodate you.
7 Return It
If your boyfriend has an epic fail in gift giving, you can always choose to return the gift. Of course you donât want to hurt his feelings but neither do you want to keep a gift thatâs of no use to you. Let him know that itâs not right for you in the kindest way possible. Most likely, heâll understand. Better still, heâll take note of the gifts you donât love and not buy the same thing again.
These tips can help you make sure you never get a bad gift from your boyfriend again. Whatâs the best gift your boyfriend ever got you? Do you use any of these tips to make sure your gifts are great?