Whether you are searching for something unique, on the lookout for a brilliant birthday present or hunting for a wonderful wedding gift, ensuring that yours is one that brings a huge beaming smile to their face means you’ve got to put some time and effort into selecting the ideal item.
However, giving a fantastic present isn’t just about what you buy, it’s also about those added extras and finishing touches that truly make your gift stand out.
Thoughtful gifts
While last-minute shopping can always make you reach for tried and tested favourites, branching out with your gift giving can mean you truly reap the rewards and get that warm fuzzy feeling knowing that you’ve picked the perfect present. Spend some time carefully considering what someone might be surprised by. Did they say something in passing that you could pick up on? Do they have a particular hobby or passion you could incorporate into your gift? Just spending time trying to think outside the box will make your gifts so much more unique and personal.
Include a handwritten card or note
It doesn’t take much to take a gift from ‘lovely’ to ‘incredible,’ and one of the things you should always do is include a thoughtful note, card or gift tag saying something meaningful. You don’t have to write an essay or be too gushy, but saying something unique and thoughtful can really make all the difference. Handwritten notes can be particularly lovely if they are happened upon unexpectedly. Tucking a touching message inside a wallet or notebook, for example, can turn into a superb surprise for the receiver of your gift when they discover it later down the line.
Beautifully wrapped
Don’t underestimate what a difference a wonderfully wrapped gift can make. Using ribbons, tissue paper, and other present wrapping accessories can make yours look like the most beautiful gift of all!
Personalised
A personalised gift is something that can be treasured forever. By etching or engraving your gifts you are making them truly unique and a present like no other. Be it stunning glassware, a beautiful customised leather gift or a stationary item such as a notebook or pen or a piece of stylish jewellery by adding their name or initials, a significant date or message elevating your gift to something quite extraordinary.
Handmade gifts
Giving a gift that you have made is truly touching and shows the time, effort and care you have put into it. Of course, many people might find the idea of giving a handmade gift rather daunting. If you aren’t particularly crafty or creative, this may be tricky! However, it doesn’t mean you can’t create some element of your gift. Instead of simply choosing a beautiful picture frame, for example, you could also select the photograph of a memorable moment to go inside it. If you give a homeware gift such as an elegant set of glasses, why not pick a bottle of their favourite tipple or include a recipe to make your favourite drink to go alongside it? Gorgeous vases could be filled with fresh flowers, kitchen items stuffed with delicious homemade baked goods and treats - the possibilities are endless! These thoughtful added extras will make all the difference, so even if you can’t make something from scratch, there are still many ways to add your personal touch to your gifts.
At Inkerman, we are pleased to bring you a huge selection of stunning luxury gifts. Our unique personalisation service means we can etch, engrave or emboss many of the items in our range to make beautiful personalised gifts that can be treasured forever.
