What to get/budget for her birthday?

Kwando · 05-27-2015, 10:15 PM

Recently started seeing this girl (going on three months) and her birthday is right around the corner. I'd like to get some thoughts on what type of gift to get her as well as what my budget should be. We haven't been dating long but we both really like each other and it's getting pretty serious.

Does it have to be shiny? If I were to get jewellery it would have to be from Tiffany (she's a big fan/going elsewhere not an option) but that idea was quickly kiboshed after I realized I'm setting the bar way too high and my friends convinced me out of it. They suggested spending $100 tops.

So I was planning on getting her some yoga gear because she's a gym rat but clothes as a first birthday gift probably isn't a great idea and I would have to guess between a XS and S size without measuring her while she slept so I also nixed that idea. My current idea now is to get her some baking supplies because she's a home cake boss and it's something we can do together. Part of me feels it's not special enough to be a gift but I know she's been looking for some baking stuff anyway. Already paying for dinner and hotel if that matters.

Anyone have any constructive input? What did/would you buy your significant other if you haven't been dating for very long?

TL;DR: what do bitches like besides smiley faces?

Out of context cat gif

F30lolz · 05-27-2015, 10:19 PM

Dildo, that'll teach her!

MrPrena · 05-27-2015, 10:22 PM

I would agree with your friend. 3mo dating, $100+/- gift is fair.

During 3mo, I am pretty sure you found what she likes and what she doesn't.
I just went to safer route and bought past gf's some items (such as clothes to even cheaper purses) she always stopped and looked.

Kwando · 05-27-2015, 10:24 PM

Yeah, I regret not getting her a Kate Spade bag I saw while I was vacationing but I'll have to save that for another time.

bimmette · 05-27-2015, 11:08 PM

Definitely not jewelry and clothes because you don't know her taste enough or her size. For the baking stuff, she is also probably very specific about what she wants/ needs because it's her business. I think it should be something related to a hobby and something that won't be obvious if she doesn't use it/ wear it because she probably won't want to return it if she doesn't like it. Like, perhaps some yoga related accessories? A bag, towel, hair bands? From Lululemon if she likes that brand?

Nkc · 05-27-2015, 11:26 PM

Matching aprons.

DSB335d · 05-28-2015, 12:12 AM

Cooking classes are fun.

E90-F30 · 05-28-2015, 12:24 AM

I've always gone over the top when it came to gifts for girlfriends but the trick is to listen to what they have, like or talk about all the time and surprise them with it.

Example: The girl I was just recently seeing got a MK bag for Christmas from her mother - I noticed the color and type and went to MK to get her a matching wallet. It cost me less than $100 and she fucking loved it because "I remembered."

e92_boost · 05-28-2015, 04:56 AM

what does she like in general?
What's her favorite hobby?
What sports does she like?
What clothing brand? (Gift card)

If she has siblings ask them for help so they can ask her what she wants and you can surprise her with it.

Billup · 05-28-2015, 07:52 AM

Don't buy her an item. Take her out on a date she'll never forget if you really want to make an impression. Any dildo can go to a store and buy something, do you want to be a dildo?

I know you're in Canada, so I don't know..., maybe take her curling or 5 pin bowling with some poutine.

Chihuahua · 05-28-2015, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kwando

They suggested spending $100 tops.

+1 on the $100 limit.

BMW F22 · 05-28-2015, 08:20 AM

Send her the link to Sara's thread. She'll get hours of entertainment from it and some good life lessons which are really priceless.

Bobble · 05-28-2015, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Billup

I know you're in Canada, so I don't know..., maybe take her curling or 5 pin bowling with some poutine.

Ha classic, throw in a two four of HiTest and you are golden sir!

Lups · 05-28-2015, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90-F30

I've always gone over the top when it came to gifts for girlfriends but the trick is to listen to what they have, like or talk about all the time and surprise them with it.

Example: The girl I was just recently seeing got a MK bag for Christmas from her mother - I noticed the color and type and went to MK to get her a matching wallet. It cost me less than $100 and she fucking loved it because "I remembered."

This is a great tip! Absolutely useful, and also if you've seen her using the bag all the time, you know she liked it.

I always go overboard. Hell, I bought my best friend a lip to his car this year.

I haven't received any gifts from my spouse. Ever.

954Stealth · 05-28-2015, 12:19 PM

Get a ring

P1 · 05-28-2015, 12:31 PM

Since you've only been seeing her for 3 months, don't get her a gift. Rather, take her out for a nice meal and drinks. She'll appreciate that more than a handbag, or whatever else you can think of. If her hobby is baking, then getting her a baking cookbook that you went out of your way to pick out would be a nice bonus.

It's not about how much it costs mate. Trust me. It's about how it makes her feel.

E90-F30 · 05-28-2015, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lups

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90-F30

I've always gone over the top when it came to gifts for girlfriends but the trick is to listen to what they have, like or talk about all the time and surprise them with it.

Example: The girl I was just recently seeing got a MK bag for Christmas from her mother - I noticed the color and type and went to MK to get her a matching wallet. It cost me less than $100 and she fucking loved it because "I remembered."

This is a great tip! Absolutely useful, and also if you've seen her using the bag all the time, you know she liked it.

I always go overboard. Hell, I bought my best friend a lip to his car this year.

I haven't received any gifts from my spouse. Ever.

Not even a birthday gift? Damn.

Kwando · 05-28-2015, 01:07 PM

Thanks to everyone for all the input. I think I will be sticking with my baking idea..going to pick up some baking tools and a bunch of ingredients to make something over the weekend.

Alfisti · 05-28-2015, 01:29 PM

I am being dead set serious, take advice from older men. Any woman that only wants jewellery from Tiffany's is gonna be a WORLD of hurt.

Either break up right now or buy something from a mid-tier jewellery store and see if she can handle.

You don't need the horse shit that is gonna come your way in 10 years time based on the Tiffany's thing.

Lups · 05-28-2015, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E90-F30

Not even a birthday gift? Damn.

Nope. It's impossible to buy me anything. Taking me out is an other hell also, so this is it!

Douche · 05-28-2015, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fleeked

a douche

I come in different sizes too.

954Stealth · 05-28-2015, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 954Stealth

Get a ring

Actually screw the ring and take her paintballing

05-27-2015, 10:15 PM	#1
Kwando Major 435 Rep 1,427 Posts Drives: 2018 340i xDrive Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: London, Ontario, Canada iTrader: (1)	What to get/budget for her birthday? Recently started seeing this girl (going on three months) and her birthday is right around the corner. I'd like to get some thoughts on what type of gift to get her as well as what my budget should be. We haven't been dating long but we both really like each other and it's getting pretty serious. Does it have to be shiny? If I were to get jewellery it would have to be from Tiffany (she's a big fan/going elsewhere not an option) but that idea was quickly kiboshed after I realized I'm setting the bar way too high and my friends convinced me out of it. They suggested spending $100 tops. So I was planning on getting her some yoga gear because she's a gym rat but clothes as a first birthday gift probably isn't a great idea and I would have to guess between a XS and S size without measuring her while she slept so I also nixed that idea. My current idea now is to get her some baking supplies because she's a home cake boss and it's something we can do together. Part of me feels it's not special enough to be a gift but I know she's been looking for some baking stuff anyway. Already paying for dinner and hotel if that matters. Anyone have any constructive input? What did/would you buy your significant other if you haven't been dating for very long? TL;DR: what do bitches like besides smiley faces? Out of context cat gif
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

05-27-2015, 10:22 PM	#3
MrPrena Captain 1590 Rep 803 Posts Drives: BMW Hyundai Nissan Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: TB iTrader: (0)	I would agree with your friend. 3mo dating, $100+/- gift is fair. During 3mo, I am pretty sure you found what she likes and what she doesn't. I just went to safer route and bought past gf's some items (such as clothes to even cheaper purses) she always stopped and looked. __________________ Beware of Jeff Oliver the fraud at Highland Expedition Outfitters (aka HEO or HEOutfitters) located in Cosby TN.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-27-2015, 10:24 PM	#4
Kwando Major 435 Rep 1,427 Posts Drives: 2018 340i xDrive Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: London, Ontario, Canada iTrader: (1)	Yeah, I regret not getting her a Kate Spade bag I saw while I was vacationing but I'll have to save that for another time.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-27-2015, 11:08 PM	#5
bimmette YouTube.com/TvTara 6438 Rep 4,714 Posts Drives: like I stole it! (11 m3 E93) Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Definitely not jewelry and clothes because you don't know her taste enough or her size. For the baking stuff, she is also probably very specific about what she wants/ needs because it's her business. I think it should be something related to a hobby and something that won't be obvious if she doesn't use it/ wear it because she probably won't want to return it if she doesn't like it. Like, perhaps some yoga related accessories? A bag, towel, hair bands? From Lululemon if she likes that brand? __________________ Watch my DIY mods at: YouTube/TvTara Follow me on Instagram at: TvTara1
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-27-2015, 11:26 PM	#6
Nkc NOOB 1604 Rep 1,356 Posts Drives: Cars Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: @BMWclassicdivision iTrader: (0)	Matching aprons.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-28-2015, 12:12 AM	#7
DSB335d Captain 1320 Rep 700 Posts Drives: '11 335d DSB/oyster&black/navi Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: West palm beach iTrader: (0)	Cooking classes are fun.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-28-2015, 12:24 AM	#8
E90-F30 Allen 32 Rep 129 Posts Drives: 2013 AUDI S4 6MT Join Date: May 2013 Location: Syracuse, NY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 328xi [0.00]	I've always gone over the top when it came to gifts for girlfriends but the trick is to listen to what they have, like or talk about all the time and surprise them with it. Example: The girl I was just recently seeing got a MK bag for Christmas from her mother - I noticed the color and type and went to MK to get her a matching wallet. It cost me less than $100 and she fucking loved it because "I remembered." __________________ Current Vehicle(s): 2013 Silver AUDI S4 6MT \| 2015 BMW 535i xDrive M-Sport
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-28-2015, 04:56 AM	#9
e92_boost Captain 228 Rep 703 Posts Drives: Smart Car Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Kenosha Wi iTrader: (0)	what does she like in general? What's her favorite hobby? What sports does she like? What clothing brand? (Gift card) If she has siblings ask them for help so they can ask her what she wants and you can surprise her with it. Last edited by e92_boost; 05-28-2015 at 05:06 AM..
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-28-2015, 07:52 AM	#10
Billup Banned 476 Rep 928 Posts Drives: Your mum crazy. Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Baconopolos Island iTrader: (0)	Don't buy her an item. Take her out on a date she'll never forget if you really want to make an impression. Any dildo can go to a store and buy something, do you want to be a dildo? I know you're in Canada, so I don't know..., maybe take her curling or 5 pin bowling with some poutine.
	Appreciate 1 Quote

05-28-2015, 08:20 AM	#12
BMW F22 Major General 3724 Rep 9,783 Posts Drives: ///M235i Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (8)	Send her the link to Sara's thread. She'll get hours of entertainment from it and some good life lessons which are really priceless.
	Appreciate 3 Quote

05-28-2015, 12:31 PM	#16
P1 Lieutenant General 11712 Rep 11,178 Posts Drives: 2004 3/4 ton Duramax Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: United States iTrader: (1)	Since you've only been seeing her for 3 months, don't get her a gift. Rather, take her out for a nice meal and drinks. She'll appreciate that more than a handbag, or whatever else you can think of. If her hobby is baking, then getting her a baking cookbook that you went out of your way to pick out would be a nice bonus. It's not about how much it costs mate. Trust me. It's about how it makes her feel.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-28-2015, 01:07 PM	#18
Kwando Major 435 Rep 1,427 Posts Drives: 2018 340i xDrive Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: London, Ontario, Canada iTrader: (1)	Thanks to everyone for all the input. I think I will be sticking with my baking idea..going to pick up some baking tools and a bunch of ingredients to make something over the weekend.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

05-28-2015, 01:29 PM	#19
Alfisti Brigadier General 6980 Rep 3,283 Posts Drives: 2008 Saab 9-3 Combi Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	I am being dead set serious, take advice from older men. Any woman that only wants jewellery from Tiffany's is gonna be a WORLD of hurt. Either break up right now or buy something from a mid-tier jewellery store and see if she can handle. You don't need the horse shit that is gonna come your way in 10 years time based on the Tiffany's thing.
	Appreciate 0 Quote