The Atlantic Journal-Constitution has writing a guide about gift giving for that significant other. I decided to chime in this, and give you some of my own rules for gift giving.

My rules for gift giving to someone you’re dating.

  • Make sure the gift is personal and is something they would like
  • High-priced items are not always the answer. Something more sentimental is better.
  • Keep it simple if it’s for someone you’ve been in a relationship with for less than a year.
  • Give them something that says you care. Getting them socks might show you care, but seriously, socks.. no.
  • Getting the right gift shows you’re listening. If it’s music, get them an album from their favorite band they don’t have. Maybe a special movie they love.
  • If you’ve been in a relationship for longer than 6 months, and you think it’s a relationship worth spending some money on, get tickets for a remote destination.