Gifting is also an art in itself when it comes to selecting just the right gift for your close ones and the not so close too… A gift expresses the thoughtfulness that goes behind choosing one!

When you know your host well

Here are a few ideas to choose from:

• If the host likes cooking, interior designing or gardening, then you can gift him/her a book on recipes or gardening techniques or interior styles
• For a music lover, CDs of his/her interest would make a nice gift
• A basket filled with everything your hosts will need to treat themselves to a sinful breakfast in bed the following morning
• A beach towel in a basket with flip-flops, SPF, and a book of host’s interest
• Another great idea would be a gift voucher for a beauty treatment at host’s favorite parlour/Spa

When you don’t know your host very well

Here are a few ideas to choose from:

• A unique gift option would be to present aromatic candles, along with a beautiful silver or wrought iron candle stand
• If you want to get edible treats for the host and hostess, the best bet would be to get food items like cakes, assorted cookies, chocolates, dry fruits and cheese items
• In case, you are going for a dinner or cocktail party or a party meant especially for couples, you can gift champagne or wine bottles, along with a box of chocolate and bunch of flowers

When you forget all about the gift

In case you simply forgot to pick a gift on time, send flowers or something thoughtful after the party but within 2 days or else it will be a little awkward for the host to accept.