Choosing gift baskets for women

Are you at a loss for gifts for women? Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Christmas are just a few occasions for which a well-prepared gift basket is the answer. They can be adapted to many interests, from romantic to whimsical. Gift baskets also make wonderful gifts for women getting married, such as bridal showers, housewarming baskets, and even a “thank you” or “thinking of you” basket.

Cookies, romantic gift baskets, and chocolate may be favorites among gift baskets for women. There are dried fruit trays, meat and cheese trays, and a variety of other edible treats.

Women who like things scented might love a relaxing scented candle gift set. There are many varieties of bath and spa gift baskets, from lotions and soaps to a “paradise” or “luxury” gift basket. These are even more effective in giving you time to fully enjoy them, without interruptions from children, dogs, and questions like “what are you doing there? When is breakfast?” While gift baskets for women may be welcome, put down a note that you’ll be removing all the kids from the house for two hours and turning off the phone on your way out the door for some well-deserved uninterrupted time.

A well-timed spontaneous “thank you” basket that acknowledges all you do on a daily basis can be appreciated more than you might admit! Vintage sneakers can be a hit for some, as well as a “movie night” with popcorn and treats that you don’t have to do much to prepare, and along with a couple of movies you want to watch.

Check out the seasonal baskets too for other special gifts. You can also use the gift basket as part of the gift, with the gift basket being just the starting point!

For example, if she’s a fan of tea or coffee, give her a coffee and tea gift basket along with a robe and a book she’s been meaning to read and, again, time to enjoy it. If that means taking her away, go for it: Give her uninterrupted time in a nice hotel while you pursue another interest for a few hours.

Women have a wide range of interests and gift baskets for women reflect this. Expect to pay $30 and up, with a wide variety of selections in the $50-80 range. Don’t overlook “themed” sneakers. With a basket of soothing scents, put on some soothing nature sound CDs to shut out the “outside world” even more, even for a few hours.

Bath baskets can offer bath salts, soaps and lotions, nail and body brushes. Consider her interests and ask the gift basket professional to suggest something that is within your budget and yet makes her feel special and elegant. They are also a special way to remember that special night when you ask her to marry you, with the ring safely stored in the basket.

Whatever the occasion or relationship, gift baskets for women can be a great way to mark a variety of occasions, from “nothing special” to those moments you’ll remember forever. See which one suits your special lady.