Gift for Girlfriend

Trying to think of a gift for a girlfriend of 4-5 years. Trying to think of “material” gifts (on an intern budget), already have a “thoughtful” gift in mind. Any thoughts, leads, or ideas? Anything is much appreciated. Thanks!

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Never talked to a women personally, but I think they like jewelry.

 
johnny-mnemonic

Buy her a Cartier Panthère 

That's a great choice, but OP's an intern...

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eblofeld

Buy her an ironing board and top-of-the-line steam iron.  Your shirts will be perfect.

An iron wrapped up in a Chanel bag would be the perfect gift. 🎁 hahaha

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What is the occasion? Birthday, anniversary?

"If you always put limits on everything you do, physical or anything else, it will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them." - Bruce Lee
 

Jumping in late here, but I'm in the same spot, trying to find a decent gift without going broke. On an intern budget, jewelry is a good move. I picked up a simple gold necklace from Ashcroft & Oak for around $250 and it's still worn all the time.

 I'm also looking at a Seiko or Citizen watch in that $200 - $300 range, a decent leather bag, or just booking a weekend away somewhere. Jewelry still feels like the most lasting option though. Curious what others are going with.

 

Real answer: she likely already has something in mind and instead of trying to guess / missing, set a budget and pick a Saturday to take her to a solid shopping center (e.g. Saks or Soho if in NYC). Turn it into a date weekend by taking her to a café first and then letting her go pick out something with you, then you both have the memories of getting it together too

 

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