Don’t know why this is the case; however I always find it easier (being a woman myself) to buy presents (birthday or Christmas) for women than for men, that’s right gifts for men. Sometimes it is because men are not always clear on what they really want, and yet you don’t want to disappoint with another bottle of after shave that doesn’t resonate with them, or another tie, cuff link or pair of boxer shorts: of which many men have an abundance of these accessories already, like they need any more.
Men love adventure. They love the chase and thrills; simply put, lifetime experiences. Flowers are reserved for dates and acts of love, and so are dinner outings. A great source of gift ideas for men of this nature would have to be at redballoon.com.au
We are talking huge life enhancing experiences out of the ordinary (remember most men are always in their offices for most of the year, they also deserve to let their hair out and be pampered in their own masculine way) such as the V8 super cars, flight simulators and maybe a BBQ cooking lesson. Get creative.
It is important to know what a man wants (even for Kris Kringle exchanges at work) that go way beyond chocolate and wine. We are talking BBQ kits, beer holders, beanies and computer games to name: things that they will cherish and actually use. Again, it needs to be what the man actually wants. It is pointless to buy a BBQ kit for a man that hates BBQ’s and/or does not like cooking around the barbie for instance. No joke, one Christmas a man I was dating was given a beer can opener for Christmas; yet he doesn’t even drink. Again, in such situations: it is recommended that you ask his mates discreetly (or one of his close colleagues) and find out more about that person’s hobbies and passion, and then buy a gift tailored to that. Other great ideas include stereo’s, DVD’s and comic books. Also a mountain bike is a best friend and companion to any wise adventurous man (apart from his partner if he is in a relationship) who also loves to travel. That also brings me to travel guides; especially if the man in question loves to travel overseas in particular.
You will also (in most cases) have a friend for life if you buy him footy and/or cricket tickets, especially for the footy element: if his favourite team is playing in question, he might want to kiss you regardless as to whether or not this man in question in in a love based relationship with you or not. Football jerseys and signed footballs (from his favourite team and player) are also just as effective in this situation.
Any technical gadgets are also great gift suggestions if all else fails. Men love their iPhones and iPads (and iPods still exist) as much as women do. Buy him any travel kit to feed his frequent flyer ego, and he will also love you for it. Otherwise gifts for men (after exhausting all other avenues) still come down to this keyword: adventure. Adventure, adventure, adventure.