Is it appropritate for a male to give perfume to a female friend/accountant for helping him out?
Or are there more appropriate gifts? I'm looking for suggestions...please! The problem is that he is in CA and she in WA, so the gift will have to be sent.
Etiquette - 19 Answers
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Answer 1 :
No, perfume is too intimate. Flowers or a plant would both be good or a gift certicate to a restaurant.
Answer 2 :
i don't really now..that may be a little personal..i would opt for a Chilli's gift card or a lunch on him !
Answer 3 :
Perfume may be a bit on the flirty side! What about a nice bottle of wine or liquour instead? That's always a classic thank you gift.
Answer 4 :
It's probably NOT appropriate unless you're involved with the female friend on a personal or otherwise intimate basis . Perfumes are a popular gift during Christmas and Valentines because it's an intimate gift
Answer 5 :
How about some kind of spa voucher? It's a bit less on the romantic gift side. Or some kind of unusual plant... or something connected with their hobby.
Answer 6 :
I think it's totally acceptable. Come on, we are talking about the male species. What do they know? I think it's a sweet gift. He tried.
Answer 7 :
i think it seems kind of weird. a gift certificate to a restaurant sounds better.
Answer 8 :
a gift certificate will be just fine...not too personal
Answer 9 :
A restaurant gift card would be somewhat more appropriate. Perfume is a little on the personal side.
Answer 10 :
Nothing wrong with giving her perfume as a thank you. Other suggestions are: chocolates, flowers, a potted plant, a c.d.
Answer 11 :
Perfume is a personal thing really,everyone likes different smells. I love some perfumes that my friend hates for example. A nice gift would be some flowers and a bottle of wine.
Answer 12 :
For me, perfume would be too personal, but I'm "old school" I guess. You don't want to give perfume to your co-worker, that might be weird, but more importantly you might not know what perfume they like and each perfume reacts and smells differently on each individual because of their own natural scent. So I am thinking, a gift certificate, a plant, a box of candy, a gift basket. Any of those, I'd really enjoy as a kind and thoughtful gesture.
Answer 13 :
it depends on what they did for you. even if it was big, it's still a little strong. i recommend just going with the traditional small gifts. maybe try chocolates, or a gift certificate to her favorte restaurant. either way you can't go wrong! I hope this helps!
Answer 14 :
I feel if both parties are single its okay but if either party is married nope thats inappropiate! Bring lunch in or, a book their fave magazine, a card, or a gift certificate to Walmart or somewhere.
Answer 15 :
I think perfume would be an ideal gesture. However, if you don't know what she likes PLEASE seek advice from someone who knows her well. Perfume can be expensive and females all like individual fragrances. You wouldn't want to give her something that she really didn't like. It is the same with vouchers for health clubs, spa's etc they require to by 'in' to that type of thing and in any case probably would not want to go without a friend and I am sure giving for two people would be extremely expensive and embarrassing to her if she was just helping you out. If you are unsure get her some vouchers for a really big department store, place inside a nice Thank You card and sincerely write your thanks.
Answer 16 :
Ooooo that ones tricky. It really depends on the person. Personally I really think thats a bad idea. Giving perfume to someone (unless its a birthday present) usually will give the idea that your 'interested' in them. Also that person might not like the fragrance, and her partner might get uncomfortable knowing that she's wearing a fragrance bought be another guy. I think the best gift is to actually do something in return! This way you are giving something back in the form of what you received (a good deed). Maybe cook a nice dinner, walk her dog a few times, or offer to do a few small favors here and there.
Answer 17 :
Well,I dont think there is anything wrong with the gift.All men know women love perfumes. A yoúng lady gave me a perfume as gift for christmas.Does it mean she loves me,I dont think so.
Answer 18 :
Perfume is too personal a gift. How about a restaurant certificate or have a nice plant sent to her office.
Answer 19 :
Many people would be rather offended by that as it is too intimate. Maybe a Boots voucher would be more appropriate or any other one and she can take it as it is meant.
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