awesomeness43 Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 Interested in knowing how much you guys spend on your SO. 0-250, 250-500, 500+? Basically, what are some past gifts and how long you have been in the relationship for? What are some good gift recommendations?
berrieh Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 Wow. That's a lot of money! I've never spent more than $30-50, but I've been poor and a student every year but one, in between college and grad school. $50 is my limit for anyone, and I always spend the most money on my Mom and work my way down from there. When I was in LT relationships, they were towards the higher-end of the list. I don't see why anyone needs to spend in the hundreds, unless they live together and are co-buying a gift for their home. But then, my family doesn't do big, flashy, commercial Christmases. I think people put too much emphasis on STUFF. Best gift I ever got was a goat in my name (charity), a custom-designed card, and a Christmas picnic (ex and I were both bleeding-heart eco-friendly liberals). But I'm kind of a weird girl. I love picking out gifts because I'm good at "reading" people and picking out gifts that "suit" them. The best gift is one that is custom-tailored to the person, IMO.
trubella Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 dating for about a year year now. agreed we would spend less than $100 on xmas, only because of other special occasions to follow that may hurt our pockets, my bday and our anniversary are a week after christmas. im so used to going over budget that ill probably pass the $100 mark though, i plan on getting him a gym membership (he always talk about going but never goes) and a pair of designer sneakers he's had his eye on. i might throw in a remote control key locator for obvious reasons. findgift.com is a good place to look for ideas.
allina Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 This year I got my SO shoes, a shirt and I'm getting him a camcorder, I'll get him a book or some music as well if something catches my eye. This is our third Christmas together. As for recommendations, it depends how long you've been dating and what your SO enjoys. Budget is also a factor.
Geishawhelk Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 Things are a bit tight, this year, so we're cutting back a bit on the gifts. But I love him to bits, I'd give him the world if I could, but I know that what he really wants is a nice lunch, a tv to watch and me to cuddle up with on the sofa. Done!
MWC_LifeBeginsAt40 Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 My bf needs so many things I never know when to stop. I've spent around $200 and have a few more things to get him. I have alot more disposable income than he does, so I would be happy if he got me something nice/special and it doesn't matter how much ($50-100 is what I think he'd spend). I gave him a list with affordable things I like or need.
Trialbyfire Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 I'm just going to recommend that you spend within your budget, which should be within or below your means. Some of the best presents don't have price tags attached to them.
Author awesomeness43 Posted November 30, 2008 Author Posted November 30, 2008 i feel obligated as she got me a nice gucci wallet for my bday. what are some thoughts on a tiffany's ring? about 475 if we are really serious and this is a long term thing?
Trialbyfire Posted November 30, 2008 Posted November 30, 2008 Huh? How can you buy a Tiffany's ring for $475? Jacking with you! If you're ready for something serious, then consider a ring. If you're not, AVOID at all costs because you're giving her the wrong idea of your future together. If you want to get her something different from Tiffany's, that's cool too. They have some nice sterling silver pendants, necklaces and bracelets, for that price range.
BlueHarvest Posted December 1, 2008 Posted December 1, 2008 What would some of you suggest for someone (me) who (by christmas) I'll have been dating for 2 months to get her?
CandyGirlXO Posted December 1, 2008 Posted December 1, 2008 All of my relationships we have agreed of $100-200, but maybe because my family is too poor to do XMAS, so I NEVER get ANYTHING for XMAS, so I kind of think they felt bad, and wanted me to feel like I had a Christmas.
CandyGirlXO Posted December 1, 2008 Posted December 1, 2008 What would some of you suggest for someone (me) who (by christmas) I'll have been dating for 2 months to get her? 2 months is really too short to be spending that kind of money on someone depending on how close your relationship has become. I would probably not spend more than $30. Maybe something she pointed out that you could remember, or someone she talks about wanting. Something sweet and thoughtful, but not too expensive.
BlueHarvest Posted December 1, 2008 Posted December 1, 2008 2 months is really too short to be spending that kind of money on someone depending on how close your relationship has become. I would probably not spend more than $30. Maybe something she pointed out that you could remember, or someone she talks about wanting. Something sweet and thoughtful, but not too expensive. Yea I was thinking of no more then $50..but I'm having a hard time coming up with a unique thoughtful gift that she would enjoy.
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