FOR HIM
Together 0-3 Months
Gifts under $30.00
In the first 3-months of a relationship, you never want to spend more than $25 to $30 on a gift, especially as the female part of this new experience. This stage is known as the infatuation stage, where everything about each other is perfect. Keep gift giving light, fun and not too personal.
Together 4-6 Months
Gifts under $80.00
Months 4-6 are the most precarious in a relationship. It's called the reality stage because you see the faults in each other. 70% of these relationships will not make it to seven months. Try to choose gifts that match your boyfriend's interests and personality. This shows you appreciate who he is.
Together 7-9 Months
Gifts under $175.00
Referred to as the negotiation phase, Months 7-9 are about defining your relationship. Choose gifts that enhance the status of your relationship and celebrate the fact you are now committed. Gifts should look to the long-term.
Together 10-12 Months
Gifts under $300.00
You are now a tandem couple. Choose gifts that last for a long period of time, are personalized or celebrate the fact you are now committed. Gifts should look to the long-term, be personalized and have an air of romance or permanence. Durable gifts like electronics that imply long-term are excellent.
FOR HER
Together 0-3 Months
Gifts under $50.00
Men spend a little more on gifts than women which is why you'll find differences in the recommended amounts in the Girlfriend and Boyfriend Stores. In the first 3-months of a relationship, you never want to spend more than $50 on a gift, and it is advisable to keep it under $30.00. This stage is known as the infatuation stage, where everything about each other is perfect. Keep gift giving light, fun and not too personal.
Another option if you are dating someone with children in this stage is to give a card to your new girlfriend and buy a small toy or gift for her children. This is perfectly appropriate and is generally well received.
Together 4-6 Months
Gifts under $100.00
Months 4-6 are the most precarious in a relationship. It's called the reality stage because you see the faults in each other. 70% of these relationships will not make it to seven months. Try to choose gifts that match your girlfriend's interests and personality. This shows you appreciate who she is.
Together 0-3 Months
Gifts under $30.00
In the first 3-months of a relationship, you never want to spend more than $25 to $30 on a gift, especially as the female part of this new experience. This stage is known as the infatuation stage, where everything about each other is perfect. Keep gift giving light, fun and not too personal.
Together 4-6 Months
Gifts under $80.00
Months 4-6 are the most precarious in a relationship. It's called the reality stage because you see the faults in each other. 70% of these relationships will not make it to seven months. Try to choose gifts that match your boyfriend's interests and personality. This shows you appreciate who he is.
Together 7-9 Months
Gifts under $175.00
Referred to as the negotiation phase, Months 7-9 are about defining your relationship. Choose gifts that enhance the status of your relationship and celebrate the fact you are now committed. Gifts should look to the long-term.
Together 10-12 Months
Gifts under $300.00
You are now a tandem couple. Choose gifts that last for a long period of time, are personalized or celebrate the fact you are now committed. Gifts should look to the long-term, be personalized and have an air of romance or permanence. Durable gifts like electronics that imply long-term are excellent.
FOR HER
Together 0-3 Months
Gifts under $50.00
Men spend a little more on gifts than women which is why you'll find differences in the recommended amounts in the Girlfriend and Boyfriend Stores. In the first 3-months of a relationship, you never want to spend more than $50 on a gift, and it is advisable to keep it under $30.00. This stage is known as the infatuation stage, where everything about each other is perfect. Keep gift giving light, fun and not too personal.
Another option if you are dating someone with children in this stage is to give a card to your new girlfriend and buy a small toy or gift for her children. This is perfectly appropriate and is generally well received.
Together 4-6 Months
Gifts under $100.00
Months 4-6 are the most precarious in a relationship. It's called the reality stage because you see the faults in each other. 70% of these relationships will not make it to seven months. Try to choose gifts that match your girlfriend's interests and personality. This shows you appreciate who she is.