The Perfect Gift
For most of us finding the perfect gift is a tricky business. As a nation we are giving more presents more often every year. Yet we increasingly fall foul of classic gifting gaffs. It is no surprise then that 10 per cent of Christmas gifts are either thrown away or given away, and an estimated one in four of us ‘re-gift’ – pass gifts we don’t want onto others.
Professional gift consultant Lorraine Loughlin, managing director of The London Gift Consultancy, is here to help. Her top five tips are:
1) “The perfect gift needs to be planned and found in advance - and given on time.”
A common and often costly mistake is to buy someone a gift that does not fit. Doing your homework ensures that you know your recipient’s sizes, tastes and interests. Commonly people find themselves rushing around buying presents at the last minute. Nearly half the population do all their Christmas shopping in fewer than four days. Keep a list of important dates with reminders. Don’t miss that all-important occasion and give yourself plenty of time to look for a special gift.
The London Gift Consultancy builds a profile for recipients, including their interests, hobbies and personality type. By creating and managing a gift diary for its clients, the London Gift Consultancy offers timely suggestions and delivers all gifts on time.
2) “Think beyond the norm.”
Take time to find an original and engaging gift. Avoid the most frequent and least appreciated gifts – socks, bath products, candles, chocolates, CDs and vouchers – unless they are quirky and different, or luxurious. For example, if you must buy socks, buy cashmere; or if bath products are all you can find, buy a pampering product such as a salt scrub. Popular gifts include gadgets, gizmos and accessories.
The London Gift Consultancy has expert knowledge of the gift industry. Research and creativity keeps them on the pulse, aware of the latest fashions, products and ‘must haves’. They will suggest novel, thoughtful and tailored gifts for every occasion.
3) “Planning your gift buying will save you time and money.”
By planning what you are going to buy and from where, you will save yourself considerable time trawling the high street. Searching the Internet can give you ideas before you leave home. Internet shopping is becoming increasingly popular.
More than half the population do not make a budget for their gift shopping. Planning will help you save money.
The London Gift Consultancy saves you trawling the shops and works to your budget. This is particularly helpful during busy shopping periods, such as Christmas. All gifts are found and delivered on your behalf, saving you considerable time and effort.
4) “Irrespective of the cost of the gift, always make sure it is beautifully presented.”
No matter what the gift, a well-presented gift will be better received. Part of the fun is always in the unwrapping. Make sure price tags are removed and it is pleasantly packaged.
The London Gift Consultancy beautifully presents each gift and attaches a card with your personal message.
5) “Remember you’re not on your own – ask for help.”
Present buying is always more daunting when you’re faced with the task on your own. Taking a friend, a member of your family or someone that knows the recipient can take the stress out of the situation and provide a valuable second opinion. Don’t forget that shop assistants are there to give guidance and other options, so don’t be afraid to ask.
The London Gift Consultancy provides impartial, knowledgeable and tailored advice for any occasion. They constantly monitor each industry, researching the latest products and profiling potential recipients to ensure the perfect present.
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For further editorial information on The London Gift Consultancy contact giftconsultancy@pwkpr.com or telephone 020 7609 1900
Web: www.thelondongiftconsultancy.com
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