A competitive workplace, hectic schedules and unrealistic deadlines are rapidly taking their toll on people these days
. And most people cant wait to go home at the end of the work day. People are earning more and spending more and a lot of what theyre spending is on their homes.
People are establishing their homes at a younger age now and take great pride in it. They plan their own interiors and ensure that their homes are well equipped with all the mod cons. They also like to maintain their homes beautifully and are always looking for ways to improve on their decor. They like to co-ordinate their furniture and furnishings and place tasteful bric-a-brac around them.
So when we have to attend a special occasion hosted by a house proud person, it is logical to assume that they would appreciate a gift that they can use in their home this in itself should make it easier to source a gift for them. But it isnt as easy as it seems because theyre likely to have already got most things that they need in their home.
Theres no way for us to know what a house proud person would actually find useful. Another area of uncertainty lies in choosing something that would blend seamlessly into their existing dcor. There isnt much point in giving something that would look out of place in their home. Giving a figurine that cant find a place in the home or exquisite table linen in colors that clash with the color scheme would be an exercise in futility.
House proud people are usually well equipped with all the requisite gadgetry and hence that too is an area that eliminates most gifting options for us. Crystal and glassware are a fairly safe option but it would be pointless to add another set of whisky tumblers or wine glasses to an existing collection. The same applies to dinner sets and serving dishes; coffee mugs and dessert bowls.
Which brings us back to our dilemma what would be the best gift to give a house proud person? Ideally, we should be able to give them the option to choose their own gift an option which allows them the freedom to decide what they need for their homes and what would fit into their dcor.
We should ideally give them gift cards because this eliminates any stress and uncertainty for us. The recipients too are happy to receive a gift that gives them the freedom to choose what they want for their homes because gift cards can be redeemed for some of the finest home dcor products available from leading stores.