The gifts I get from my boyfriend are the ones I cherish the most and guard with my life. It’s not often that we girls get spoiled but when we do, we remember it forever. I keep the flowers he gives me until they die. I wear a pendant he gave me on every date. Such is the sentimental value of gifting your girlfriend.

She remembers it. She will tell all her friends about it. She will show it off. So it’s only fitting that you take the plunge and give her something worthy of that praise.

If you are in the market shopping for your girlfriend so here are ten things you can give her that will definitely make her rave about you and earn you some brownie points.

A beautiful dress

A friend of mine once got one dress from her then boyfriend when she was 13 years old. She still has it. It doesn’t fit her anymore but he bought it because he thought she would look nice in it and that’s why she still has it. The gift even transcended the relationship and that speaks volumes.

Some brands you can check out for dresses are Summer Somewhere Shop, A Line Store, Kay Kay Label, Genes, Camessi Collections, Dash and Dot and Style Junkiie.

Pro tip: If you want to get your girlfriend a beautiful dressmake sure the compliment comes along. Every time she wears it, she will feel beautiful and your job is done.

Nothing says “I support you and I see how hard you work” more than a gift she can use every day. Spoil her with a wonderful one cloth bag which she can wear to work and fill in all her essentials. Every time she picks it up, she’ll think of you and that means you’ve won.

Some brands you can check out are: Miraggio, Hype Fly for the signature Marc Jacobs bags, Jade by Monica and Karishma & One Less

Pro Tip: Get her a cute personalized bag that she can attach to her bag. It will add a layer of personalization.

Makeup

In boy’s world, buying a lipstick for Rs 3000 may seem absurd, but in girl’s world, if you buy her one, she might just love you forever. Here are some options for makeup brands: Estée Lauder, Forest Essentials, Mac Cosmetics, Kay Beauty, and Hype Fly for Rhode lip colored phone cases your girlfriend has been eyeing.

Pro tip: Buy her makeup she’s been waiting months to buy and you’ve won her heart.

Skin care

Your girl has a skin care routine that you won’t understand even if you try. But if you pay close attention and see how she works her skin magic, you’ll realize that the amount of products she uses is way more than you could ever fathom.

Buy her her favorite skin care products because it will show her how much attention you pay to her daily rituals. Here are some brands you can look at: Neude Skin, SEREKO, Sulwashoo, ClayCo., D’you, Bath & Body Works, and May Skin.

Pro Tip: Understanding her skin type is sure to score you some brownie points. Don’t be shy to ask her if she has oily skin or dry skin. That way, you can buy her skin care that is useful for her.

A necklace/pendant

Boys, it’s time to retire heart-shaped jewelry! It is sticky and your girl will have a hard time styling it. Instead, choose some more elegant pieces.

Nothing says “I love you” more than jewelry. If you are approaching a special occasion, a beautiful necklace or pendant is the way to go. I speak for myself, it’s the best gift I’ve ever received. Here are some reliable places to buy jewelery from: Swarovski, Aulerth, Shop Lune and Outhouse Jewellery.

Pro Tip: Give it to her right before your celebration so she can wear it on the day.

Something handmade

If you want to beat her at her own game, do something to her with your own hands. She will love it. It could be anything, but here are some ideas:

A meal

A card

A clay figure

Take a pottery class and make a vase for her

Handmade jewelry

A scrapbook

A photo album

Pro tip: Make it as personal and sentimental as you can. Something related to a fond memory always works best.

DIY perfume

Make her a signature scent. Do a little workshop and create a perfume that is just hers.

Here are some places you can get this done from: OOAK Perfumes and Make Your Own Perfume

Pro tip: Keep the ingredients list and refill her perfume when it runs out. It will remind her of how thoughtful you are every time you get it refilled.

Sunglasses

If there’s one thing women like, it’s options. We like to fill our wardrobe with several sunglasses so we have something for every outfit.

Here are some brands that will offer you countless unique choices: John Jacobs Eyewear and Outhouse Jewellery.

Pro Tip: Get her a pair of sunglasses that are perfect for her face type and are similar to the shapes she likes.

Hair care

Show her you really care with some hair care products that are perfect for her hair type. Some brands you can check out are indē wild and Forest Essentials.

Pro Tip: Understanding her hair type is critical to this gift so don’t be afraid to ask her questions so your gift can be tailored to what she needs and what she will really use.

Heating pad

If this is a casual, “just because I love you” gift, you can’t go wrong with a cute heating pad. It shows her that you understand how bad her stomach cramps can be and want to help provide whatever relief possible.

Some brands she will absolutely love are Belenzo and Happy Fuels.

Pro tip: Knowing her time of the month and giving it to her during that time will remind her how much attention you pay to her needs.