In giving gifts to our loved ones, the most important thing is to take care of them. There's no definitive guide on the internet to determine what every woman wants, let alone what your boyfriend wants in particular. On the other hand, searching for the perfect gift or preparing for the perfect party can be stressful, so hopefully some of the ideas below will help with your initial preparations.
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Part 1 of 3: Conducting Investigations
Step 1. Bookmark your calendar
Of course you can't give a memorable birthday gift to your boyfriend if you forget. If you don't know when his birthday is, ask him.
Planning a good birthday party takes a lot of time, and you can't even tell if tomorrow is his birthday if you don't ask. It will take you some time to prepare for the party
Step 2. Listen to him carefully
While it's important to listen to your partner to maintain a healthy relationship and answer what he or she has to say, make an effort to listen to him more as his birthday approaches. Even clearly stated instructions you might miss if you don't try to listen.
- When shopping together, he will certainly tell the items he likes. Make a list with the notes app on your phone, or carry a small notebook in your bag (just make sure to write it down discreetly).
- He or she may also provide hints when spending time sitting on the couch surfing the internet, or while watching TV shows on Netflix. If she's on an iPad or cell phone, listen carefully to her comments, which might be a hint of the gift she wants.
- In addition to determining the prize, listening to it is also important to know other things. Just by listening to her, you can tell, for example, that your boyfriend doesn't like surprise parties, because maybe he was humiliated by his friends in elementary school because of the picture on his pajamas, so surprise parties would be a bad choice for him at this point. Don't assume he will like something just because you like it.
Step 3. Watch him when he is with his friends
Even if there are only a few of you spending lunch together, your boyfriend will feel more free to talk about things he likes than just you, because he may think you're not interested in that sort of thing. Don't waste the opportunity to find out what gift ideas (or comment on bad gift choices) he throws out freely like this!
Step 4. Ask him what he wants
He's certainly not obligated to tell you what he wants, but asking is a quick solution that can satisfy both of you.
- If he says he doesn't want anything, it doesn't mean that you don't have to do anything. Small gifts like making dinner, or giving crafts to commemorate the time you spent together will make him happy even if he doesn't want a big gift. If he doesn't want to be celebrated, maybe you two can spend the night alone together?
- You shouldn't ignore her request to limit the amount of money you spend as a gift, especially after asking for her opinion. The notion "higher price = better gift" is a common mistake when giving gifts, especially when you're new to a relationship.
- While stating what you want may allow your boyfriend to feel disappointed if you don't buy him the gift he wants, don't be discouraged if you can't fulfill it. If he wants something you can't afford right now, buy something completely different, rather than buying him something that looks like but isn't as good as the sneakers or Tom Ford perfume he wants.
Step 5. Pay attention to the Pinterest account
This social media stores images that are liked by its users. Simply put, if your boyfriend has a Pinterest account, and you're having trouble finding birthday gift ideas for him, pay attention to the contents of that account.
While an internet search can give you a variety of good ideas, don't use this as an excuse to violate your boyfriend's privacy boundaries. Respecting personal boundaries is important
Step 6. Match the gift to the stage of your relationship
A gift that is appropriate for the girl you just dated two days ago will not be suitable for a boyfriend you have been in a relationship with for 4 years, and vice versa. Consider how long you've been in a relationship and how close you've been to them when preparing for someone's birthday.
Celebrating birthdays excessively is a common mistake in new relationships. Planning a full-night event may not be a good fit for a new couple, but you can talk about it openly so she knows what you have planned for her birthday. Sending text messages or letters on paper like the old days can help you convey this plan
Part 2 of 3: Party Planning
Step 1. Make a plan and stick to it
Putting off buying a gift, making a reservation at a restaurant, or asking your boss for time off to spend time at the movies with your boyfriend until the last minute of the party can cause you to panic and take the second (or even third) option. A memorable boyfriend's birthday celebration will not be achieved if you procrastinate.
- If you're planning a surprise party, make sure everyone you invite clears their schedule and makes all the necessary arrangements.
- A walk to the museum can be a fun activity for your birthday, but be sure to check all the museum regulations, ticket prices, and operating hours. Hoping all the museums are open because "should be" is something that can ruin birthday celebration plans at the last minute.
Step 2. Buy greeting cards, flowers, or both
Although not all women like it, this option is quite good. Small gifts to show you remember and care for him even though he is far from you can mean a lot to him. Or better yet, make your own greeting cards instead of just buying them, no matter how proficient you are with tools like markers, beads, and glue.
Flowers can trigger special feelings when received, and even when given. The benefits you get from sending flower arrangements are bigger than you think! In fact, just picking the beautiful flowers that grow in the yard and then giving it to your girlfriend without further ado can make her blush
Step 3. Get to know your gift, as well as where to buy it
Online sellers take time to ship your order, and small business owners (like the ones you can find on Etsy) often have a different build schedule than you expected, and may take longer to complete an order.
Step 4. Explore your city
Finding out what events to take place online can provide interesting and unusual ideas for celebrating a birthday. Even if you have a plan in place, it's a good idea to know the schedule for these events. Festivals, concerts, and roadworks can get in the way if you don't know about it, so prepare another route to the restaurant.
For the same reason, try to find out the weather forecast for your boyfriend's birthday. A hurricane can ruin your hiking plans, while a meteor shower can be a great way to spend a quiet night on your birthday
Step 5. Save your money and take out the picnic basket
Memorable birthdays don't always have to cost a fortune. Having a picnic together by the river or in the woods, or even in the backyard while enjoying some music is a cheap and fun option to spend an afternoon together.
Even if you're not a big fan of eating, a few cans of soda and chicken nuggets can be a sweet complement. Feel free to ask friends or family for a bruschetta or other light appetizer, or even try to prepare a French-style meal: meat, butter, cheese, topped with baguettes
Step 6. Use your relationship journey as a gift idea
Being in a long-term relationship with someone can provide a variety of gift ideas. Sometimes you can immediately use all the opinions, ideas, and places you've been together as a gift!
- Treasure hunting games are a fun, thought-provoking way that can turn a simple gift into an extraordinary experience. Write clues that tell about certain events in the course of your relationship, then hide them in some places in the house or class (hopefully he's not embarrassed), or in places that are meaningful to him. You can ask his family for help so he sees the first clue when he wakes up in the morning hanging from the fan!
- Memory books are a sweet and inexpensive gift option. You can save all your memories by pasting old photos and notes in it, or even post some ideas for future dates with him. And if you're shy about making one, remember giving a memorable gift to your boyfriend is nothing to be ashamed of!
Part 3 of 3: Celebrating Birthday
Step 1. Throw pebbles at his bedroom window in the middle of the night
This is a classic form of attention, and not a cliché. Throwing a few small pebbles (remember, they have to be small) at his bedroom window in the middle of the night, even if he can't leave the house and just wave is a small gesture of attention that everyone can give.
It's even better if you can bring along a present because you can't wait any longer, or hold a "happy birthday" poster
Step 2. Ignore your phone
We always carry our cell phone with us everywhere, to class, meeting, bathroom, bed, etc. Don't bring your cell phone to your boyfriend's birthday, as it can distract and hinder your communication with him. Your undivided attention is the best gift you can give.
- As a side note: don't mistakenly assume that mindfulness alone replaces a great gift for your boyfriend's birthday.
- You may still need your phone to keep track of your birthday celebration plans with other friends and family. But don't prioritize answering the phone over accompanying your partner physically or mentally.
Step 3. Give gifts only for her
Don't assume a good gift for you will be good for him. Be sure to gift him a Super Nintendo because Super Metroid is so memorable to him, not because you want a Super Nintendo.
Step 4. Give gifts that only you can give
While the desire is the main concern here, making sure to give a gift that only you can give will make the gift even more meaningful.
- If you're going out for dinner, don't just pick the fanciest restaurant. But, invite him to try a new pizza restaurant, because you guys have talked about studying in Italy for example.
- If you're giving away a book (or any piece of art), pick one that's meaningful to you that not only will he like it, but will remind him of you. Make him a CD of special songs, and he'll remember you every time he hears those songs.
Step 5. Strive to be creative
If you're a musician, compose a special song for your partner and sing it to him or her! And if you can't play an instrument, try to study for a while and play something to it. Even if you don't look great, you've made an effort to sincerely give yourself a special gift (which may also be funny to both of you so you can laugh together tonight).
Tips
- Be sure to remove all price tags!
- Don't just give money or gift vouchers. Gifts like this are often not memorable and feel ordinary.
