If
your loved ones haven't given you a wish list full of gift ideas this
holiday season, you might be at a bit of a loss for what to give them.
If you're considering any of the following seven presents, you might
want to rethink your gift-giving plan.
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Household Appliances
She may have expressed her desire for a fancy Dyson vacuum cleaner
or a convenient KitchenAid mixer sometime this year, but that doesn't
make a household appliance a good gift idea. No woman wants to be
reminded of household chores or think you're thinking of her as the
one who does the cooking and cleaning when she opens her gift.
A Pet Even if you think your little ones are ready for a puppy or kitten, save pet adoption for after the holidays. With guests visiting your house, holiday decorations
on display, and myriad other distractions during the week, it's the
worst time to try and introduce a small animal to its new home. |
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Jewelry You've Seen on a TV Commercial
Despite the plethora of television commercials with messages to the contrary, most women do not want a heart-shaped pendant
from a chain jewelry store. If your loved one is an accessory lover,
opt for something special and one-of-a-kind from an independent
jewelry designer on Etsy. |
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Gift BasketsThe
one thing there's never a lack of during the holidays is food. From
cookies, candies, and fruitcakes to ham, mashed potatoes, and gravy,
there's always something to pop in our mouths in the last weeks of the
year. That's why no one needs any more food coming their way. While a
nice gift basket full of cured meats, cheese spreads, fruit, and candy might be delicious, there's already more than enough to eat without giving someone more. |
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A SweaterThere's no denying a cashmere sweater
is a nice thing, but opening a box and discovering a plain sweater is
sort of dull. Plus, the chances of getting the exact style, size, and
color the recipient would prefer is slim. Instead, add a nice
cashmere scarf or pair of gloves to your loved one's stocking. |
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Credit Card Gift Cards
While a nice shiny Amex or Visa gift card sounds like a great gift
idea, it can be a hassle for the recipient to use. They're processed
as credit cards with a limit of whatever is loaded on the card so it
can be difficult to use them for purchases that exceed that amount.
And most of these cards have an activation fee you'll have to pay at
the point of purchase. Instead, opt for cash or a gift card to a store
you're certain your recipient likes to shop in. |
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Lingerie
Most
women love pretty lingerie, but let's face it, if you're a man buying
a woman lingerie, the gift is as much for you as it is for her. And,
if you're opening gifts in mixed company, it could be really
embarrassing for the recipient. Save the sexy underthings for a
Valentine's Day gift and get her something she really wants this holiday
season.
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