5 perfect friend gifts to order from afar
As an adult, it is likely that you will have friends spread over the country or even over the world, so buying gifts at a distance or those you can post is extremely important. We often want to get something special, even if we cannot be with them on their birthday. I hope these ideas will inspire you. Do let me know in the comments of any others you recommend.
This is a collaborative post.
Flowers
A bouquet of flowers does not need to be a boring gift, with so many gorgeous flowers now available for delivery all over the country. When looking for flowers, it is easy to spend as much as you like. A brand like Flowwow offers stunning bouquets for a few hundred pounds to really make a statement, as well as lovely bouquets and displays for around £25.
For the best value flowers, it is always wise to ask a florist or research online to find out what is in season. They always last better, too, if they are in season in my experience. What are your favourite flowers? I love gerberas, lilies and sunflowers! To be fair, I am not sure there are any flowers that I don’t like!
Nightwear
Is she feeling down and perhaps not getting out of the house much? How about buying her some pyjamas, a blanket or an Oodie to help her feel cosy and loved?
Jewellery
If you are buying a gift for someone special, then you can’t go wrong with jewellery too, and this is another gift that really does cover a lot of budgets. What you buy will depend on your relationship with the recipient (is it your bff?) and on the kind of jewellery they already love and wear. Are they grieving? Could you send some kind of memorial jewellery or a voucher for some?
If you are a little unsure, I always think a necklace or locket is a great choice, as there are some stunning options available nowadays and there is sure to be something to their style. I reviewed a gorgeous one from Lily Blanche, you might like to consider.
If your budget is low, then you could buy a charm for a bracelet they already have, or some basic, cheap earrings, and post them yourself.
Something homemade
Do you have any creative talents? I always think sending something personal you have made is a lovely idea when looking for a gift for a friend, and it shows true thought and care. The recipient will know how much time you spend and appreciate it without it costing you too much.
If you are less creative, then perhaps something from Etsy online would be a good gift. There are so many unique ideas on there, so you are sure to find something they do not already have. If you know their interests, you can find something really special.
Do you have any crafting skills? I can sew a little and used to enjoy using my sewing machine, but not much else! I am currently trying to write a novel, but I am not sure that counts!
A hamper
Hampers always make lovely gifts, whether you make one yourself with gifts for a friend you have chosen specifically, like bath products, hot chocolate, lip balm, etc., or buy a ready-made hamper.
There are hampers for everything nowadays, from cheese to sweets and even wine hampers or gin hampers if your friend loves a drink or two! I have seen some amazing hampers recently, and whilst they are more common at Christmas, there really is one for every occasion!
A subscription
If you have a friend who seems to have literally everything, you could consider buying them a subscription box. With most subscription boxes, you can buy a one-off box, a 3-month subscription, a 6-month subscription, or a full year. It means there is something suitable for most budgets, and it might become a gift you buy them every year.
Have you seen any nice subscription boxes you would love as a gift? Maybe your friend would like the one you have been hoping for? There are subscriptions for gin, wine, chocolates, beauty products, stationery, wax melts, and so much more.
Do you have any go-to presents you like to buy for a friend and send in the post? Do let me know in the comments, as I am always running out of ideas for my friend to whom I post presents, and I seem to be running out of ideas on Amazon!
