This post is designed for you to pass on to the men in your life who will not have even thought about what to buy you for Christmas this year.
The reason they will not have thought about what to buy you this year?
It’s not Christmas Eve, of course 
Now, as women we get a bad wrap {mostly from these aforementioned men} for being complicated creatures.
Granted, when we say “I’m fine”, we’re not.
When we give you the silent treatment, this is not a sign that we understand your needs and giving you alone time to watch the cricket in peace. We are angry. Very angry.
And when we say we don’t want anything for Christmas, we want you to know that that very much IS NOT the case.
We actually do want something. We just want you to read our minds and understand exactly what it is that we want.
Ok, so maybe we are complicated.
But.
These complications aside … when it comes to working out what we actually want for Christmas, it’s best that you don’t over-complicate things.
What to take a look into my very uncomplicated mind?
I’m a simple creature with a few champagne-on-a-beer-budget inclinations but that doesn’t mean you have to take out a loan to impress me.
5 of my fave things
Magshop gift subscription to Madison: the gift that will make me think about you throughout 2013. Winning. Loving the new size and new focus on fashion and work. Plus you save $35.45 on a 12-month buy. Double winning.
Champagne: ok, so yes I do love the French stuff but treat me to one of these little bottles with a cute straw and I’ll swoon. It’s that easy.
Flowers: you know all those cute vintagey vases I’ve got hanging around looking lonely and empty? They’d like to be filled, thank-you.
Chocolate: quality over quantity please. And you know I’m a sucker for dark chocolate. The darker the better.
Trinkets: it’s no secret that I like trinkets but the ones I reach for everyday? They have meaning.
Tips for buying for the lady in your life
- We do not consider any form of electrical cleaning device to be a gift of love. Anything that makes us immediately think of the mundane is not where our head will be on Christmas morning. Attempt this manoeuvre at your peril unless part of a well-executed plan to get the silent treatment for the entire Boxing Day Test.
- You should know us pretty well. Use this knowledge to your advantage and surprise us with something makes us feel a little special.
- It’s the little things that count. So, you know we like chocolate or champagne but what is our favourite?
- Treat us. It’s about giving a little bit of luxe that we normally wouldn’t treat ourselves to.
- Sentiment wins every time. You’re on a winning streak if you present her with a gift that she’ll hold close to her heart for a long time. Hint: these types of gifts usually come in small boxes.
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A bonus for you
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Is your man great at selecting the perfect gift for you? What’s top of your wishlist?
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