Buying gifts for people gets harder and harder each year. After all, some people you’ve been buying gifts for, for decades – how can there be any good ideas left? Well, one thing that’s forever changing is fashion. And if you’re ever stuck for gift ideas, new things to wear are always welcome.
But finding the right thing for your friend or relative can be tricky. That’s why we’re here to give you all the tips and ideas you need.
Buying clothing gifts: The basics
Before you get too excited, you need to get the basics of buying clothes for other people down.
For one, do you know their size? You could land yourself in hot water if you have the cheek to buy a size up. And a size down will equally make them feel rubbish. Buying clothing that requires you to know their fit is really only for those people you know really well (or someone you can distract while you check the sizes of clothes in their wardrobe).
Secondly, if you’re buying online, make sure to check delivery times. Clothing like socks or t-shirts can often be a last-minute gift idea, but there are tons of sites online that print to order or ship from China – meaning you might not get your gift on time. For last-minute options, it’s best just to stick to the high street. If you’re more organized, you’ll have a little more flexibility for bespoke designs or wholesale sites.
Another thing is to always check reviews. Reviews often give you more information about how the piece looks on your average person. You’ll typically find people recommending different sizes if the fit is too tight, and you also get a better feel for the fabric that’s been used. We’ve all seen online shopping expectation vs. reality posts, so don’t fall victim yourself!
Lastly, always be sure to get a gift receipt. Even online stores usually have the option to mark the item as a gift, so that if you’ve really messed up on style or size, the receiver can return or exchange it.
Easy clothing gifts
Socks & Underwear
Unless you know the recipient’s style intimately, novelty socks or underwear are always a good shout. Usually, high street stores offer deals like 3 for 2 so you can put a little thought into the designs and styles you choose.
T shirts
T shirts are good choice if you don’t want to get anything with a specific fit. Because everyone looks good in a t shirt. You can find quirky and unique t shirts online so that the receiver can see you’ve put effort into the gift – rather than just buying something from a generic store.
PJs
If you’re really stuck, nobody can ever have enough comfies, making PJs a great get-out-of-jail gift.
Accessories
Lastly, accessories are easy to find and buy in pretty much any store. Avoid bright colors and go for plain metal options that can be worn with just about anything.
The most important thing is to not overthink it! And if all else fails, a gift card for their favorite store will work just fine.
