How To Be A Better Gift Giver
Let's level up your gifting skills
We’ve helped so many people choose pressies over the last year and a bit that along the way we’ve picked up a few tips on how to do it best.
Here are our top tips on how to level up your gifting game.
TIP #1. KEEP ON THE LOOKOUT FOR CLUES
Ever go shopping with a friend and they pick up something and say how much they like it before putting it back? Make sure you remember it by adding it as a note to their contact listing in your phone. When birthday time comes around, you should have a list of ready-to-go gifts to choose from that you know they'll love.
TIP #2. SET REMINDERS SO YOU NEVER FORGET
The best gift givers are organised gift givers. Make sure all your loved one's birthdays are in your calendar (paper or digital). Set a reminder or alert to a few days before each person's birthday so you're never rushing around for a last minute gift. Interstate or overseas friends? Set your reminder to a week before to allow for extra time needed for postage. Pressed for time? Build a gift box online with us and press send – we'll handle the rest!
TIP #3. WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS, GO FOR THE TREATS
For the person that seems to have everything, it's best to go a bit luxurious and get them a treat they're unlikely to buy themselves. That could be some handmade local chocolate, small-batch bath salts, a delicious hand cream or some fancy tea. Still can't decide? A gift voucher to a store you think they'll love lets them choose!
TIP #4. SUPPORT SMALL, SUPPORT LOCAL
There's something extra special about gifts that are made with love. If you're not very crafty, you can still show your thoughtful side by choosing gifts made by local makers + creators. This not only means your gift receiver will be getting something quite unique, but the shop and brand you buy from will do a little happy dance and get to keep their creative juices flowing.
TIP #5. DON'T FORGET THE CARD
Sometimes, heartfelt words can be the best gift of all. Birthdays and special occasions are a perfect time to share how we really feel about our loved ones and make them feel extra special. Choose a greeting card made and printed by small local brands and it can become a gift in itself!
Can't find the words? Keep an eye out for our card-writing guide!
Damsel Store is your home of good gifting. Supporting small and local Australian brands, many products on the shelves are from teeny makers and creators. Put together your very own gift box filled with unique Australian designed products in three easy steps to send in Melbourne or Australia-wide.