Getting my Girlfriend a Graduation Gift
05-14-2010 at 06:43 PM
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Getting my Girlfriend a Graduation Gift
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my girlfriend graduates june 10, and i need to get her a gift.
There's a camera she wants I was thinking about getting, but should I get her jewellery or something along those lines? What's the standard convention here?
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05-14-2010 at 06:44 PM
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Jewelry is always nice, but if she wants the camera get her that instead!
That's more than enough of a generous gift!
Good luck!
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05-14-2010 at 06:47 PM
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I'm not sure about convention but I'd recommend getting something that's meaningful. Most people think that must mean something homemade, for instance. But it could be jewellery from a specific store that she's mentioned before or a charm bracelet if she enjoys those types of jewellery; they're excellent in that they are elegant yet meaningful, personal and thoughtful. If she's got her heart set on a camera, then go with that. I'd be wary about gifting electronics though just because of their incredibly short shelf life but all in all, it's the thought that counts. The gesture never has to be big, just considerate. If you're worried about the gift being "big" enough, you could always accompany it with chocolates and flowers.
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05-14-2010 at 06:50 PM
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Um... what does she like? List her interests? Whats your price range? Etc
The camera seems like a good idea; especially if shes specifically made it clear its something she wants.
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05-14-2010 at 07:15 PM
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There is no "standard", it all depends on what is wanted, what would be more meaningful, and your budget.
When my bf graduated I bought him a book on the history of Lego as well as a bunch of other, smaller things. If I could have afforded it, I would have bought him the camera lens he wanted ($800).
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05-14-2010 at 08:05 PM
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I'm surprised nobody's suggested this yet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhwbxEfy7fg
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05-14-2010 at 11:45 PM
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get her a cook book and an apron hahaha
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05-15-2010 at 01:19 AM
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Despite MI being a pretty great community, I have to say that one shouldn't really turn to a forum for situations like these since we most likely know nothing of the girl in question.
It's like asking a random guy on the street what to have for lunch, and even that might not be such a great analogy since it's possible the guy has tried a few things--
You know, I think I'll stop talking before this gets weird.
But yeah, at the very least, maybe provide details like how passionate she is about the camera, previous conversations or details of what she might think of jewelry ("Sweet, a shiny necklace!" or "****, does this mean I'm tied to this guy for the long-term.")
Also, graduating high school or university? I think at your (our) age, dating someone of either 2-3 older/younger is within reason.
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05-15-2010 at 01:53 AM
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Make her a really crappy card with photoshop or a mediocre quality mug out of clay. If she gives the slightest hint at not liking it, start hyperventilating and rock back and forth on the floor in a fetal position until she says she was only joking and that it's actually great. Good way to save money  .
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05-15-2010 at 03:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Ownaginatios
Make her a really crappy card with photoshop or a mediocre quality mug out of clay. If she gives the slightest hint at not liking it, start hyperventilating and rock back and forth on the floor in a fetal position until she says she was only joking and that it's actually great. Good way to save money . |
And if they happen to be in this point in the relationship, this will qualify as a "no sex for you tonight" moment =p
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05-15-2010 at 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by scott000
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Now I know what I want for my graduation gift |
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05-15-2010 at 09:48 AM
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Also, graduating high school or university?
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I think its safe to assume it's university, since the grad date is june 10th. High school doesn't even finish until the end of the month.
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05-16-2010 at 02:59 PM
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When I saw the name of this thread, I went to youtube, found teh video, copied the link, scrolled down and saw you beat me to it ... poop
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05-16-2010 at 06:05 PM
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I don't think there is a "standard" for graduation gifts. If you can afford the camera, I would suggest buying that. If you're tight on cash, you can check out stores like Hallmark and get her a "Class of 2010" picture frame or stuffed toy or something. 
There are graduation gifts at Titles with Mac logos and things like that, but they are very expensive. It's so much cheaper to get a generic grad gift from the mall. |
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05-16-2010 at 09:59 PM
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Tell her she's lucky to have you (you are her present).
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