Hello ladies,
Well, the 1st of December has finally arrived, and with it the cold and everything officially Christmas! We’ve finally hit event season - there are dinner and drinks parties galore, Secret Santa abounds, and it’s traditional to arrive bearing gifts. It’s also an important time of year for thanking those important to you, or your boss. Saying thank you is a vital way to maintain and strengthen those personal and business relationships, and, in my opinion, is an act that needs encouraging! Here are my tips on how best to be thoughtful, gracious and make an impression with your gifting this Christmas:
1. For office parties and Secret Santa, a little imagination can go a long way. Budgets are restricted of course, but this encourages inventiveness. If you know your recipient, you’re in luck, but, as so often happens, you might not. Avoid the clichéd stereotypes – not all ladies love hearts and glitter, and not all men love gadgets. Go instead for a sweet treat like a nostalgic bag of retro pick n’ mix candy, or something with a Christmas feel, like a tub of Candy House’s Rosey Apple Boiled Sweets. Even those without much of a sweet tooth are more likely to indulge at this time of year, and best of all, it’s a gift that can be shared with friends in the office or family at home. Alternatively, engage their brain – a Sudoku book or 3D puzzle game makes a cheeky challenge to their problem-solving prowess!
2. Now for the ‘thank you’s, whether they be thank you for having me, thank you for your help, thank you for the opportunity, or just thank you for being there. They might not make the most original gifts, but candles and flowers, if well sourced, really do work. Think beautifully presented and made to last, and you’re sure to brighten someone’s day. There are some gorgeous arrangements of roses, lilies, and even fruit out there – many also including candles and wine so you can give a little hamper of gifts in one go. If you’re after something a little more out of the ordinary, beautiful stationery and desk accessories are a fabulous option. Among my favourites are Sloane Stationery’s sleek and distinguished notebooks and ICE London’s super cool USB man. Lastly, if your boss needs to thank someone in a big way, don’t forget that at Gift-Libray.com we can create a hamper of choice - just give us a call, let us know your theme, and we’ll take care of the rest. Even better, if you’re stuck for ideas, our savvy personal shoppers are always on hand with free tips and advice. Exquisitely presented, imaginative and bespoke, these really do make the ultimate thank you.
According to all reports, we’ve just had one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year, and there is yet more mayhem forecast.... But remember, with Gift-Library.com you can rise above the crowds and keep your gifting solutions stylishly simple!
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