The Gift-Giving Love Language: 8 Marvelous Gift Ideas

The giving gifts love language may seem daunting if you're unfamiliar with it, but it doesn't require you to spend loads of money on presents. Learn more here.

There are five categories of love languages, words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, and gift-giving and receiving. The five languages represent different ways in which people like to give and receive love. If your loved one leans toward the gifts love language, try practicing gift-giving more in your relationship, in order to make them feel loved.

Those who appreciate gifts are often misconstrued as greedy and selfish, however, that is not the case. The gifts don’t have to be expensive, they can be anything, really. The gesture is the important thing, not the price. Those who enjoy giving and receiving love through gifts generally just want to feel appreciated and to know that you’re thinking of them. Try some of these gift-giving ideas to show your love.

1. Souvenirs

Souvenirs are a great way to show somebody they’re on your mind. Going out of your way when traveling to pick up something you know your loved one would appreciate, is a really kind gesture. You can get something small like a magnet, mug, or candy jar. Just make sure it’s something you know your loved one will enjoy and make use of. 

Souvenirs don’t necessarily need to be from your travels either. You can demonstrate your love just by grabbing something at the supermarket on the way home from work. 

2. Homemade Food as a Gift

Homemade food is the way to any person’s heart. This makes for a great gift, especially if you surprise your loved ones when they are overwhelmed or having a bad day. Cook up something fresh and delicious to show that you care about them. If you serve it to them as a surprise, that’s even better! For inspiration, check out some of our recipes. 

3. Flowers

Flowers are a classic gesture that almost everyone appreciates. Taking the time and energy to gift flowers on a regular day, without any special occasion, shows your partner that you’re thinking of them and makes them feel extra loved. Just make sure that you source locally grown flowers to lessen your impact on the environment. Better yet, find a houseplant that’s native to your area. 

4. Meaningful Jewelry

Simple jewelry is a great gift because it can be worn year-round, keeping yourself close to your loved one symbolically. They will think of you every time they look down at their arm, or in the mirror. You can gift affordable gold-plated jewelry, go for something more high-end, or make something yourself.

You may have a local jewelry-making shop in your area where you can pick up some beads and get creative. Or, use some thread to make a classic friendship bracelet. Make sure to keep your loved one in mind, and give them something you know they’ll enjoy wearing.

5. Order Food

Order food to surprise your loved one and have it sent to their home or office. Just make sure to text them first to make sure they don’t have lunch plans or an important meeting that could get interrupted by your order. Once you have an idea of their day’s schedule, send them food from their favorite restaurant to make their day. 

6. Small Surprise

You can engage in the gift-giving love language by leaving small surprises around the house for your loved one. This shows you are thinking of them and want to brighten their day. Leave little tokens of your love that you know they would appreciate, such as sticky notes, snacks, candles, origami figurines, and more. 

7. Grab the Bill as a Gift

Next time you’re out with your loved one, reach for the bill when the time comes. It doesn’t have to be a big dinner at an expensive restaurant – you can even cover the bill when ordering a coffee. What is important is the gesture you make when paying. Paying the bill shows makes the other person feel cared for and appreciated. 

8. Your Clothes

This one may sound weird, but it can go a long way. If your loved one enjoys borrowing one or two of your clothing items, maybe let them keep it. Wearing your sweatpants or t-shirt may help your loved one feel your presence when you’re not around. They’ll also appreciate the gesture when you tell them to keep your item, because it shows that they are important to you and that you value their comfort.

Read more:

• Minimalist Gifts: 28 Ideas That Don’t Add to the Clutter
• Furoshiki: The Traditional Japanese Method for Wrapping Gifts Using a Scarf or Cloth
• 30 Words of Affirmation Examples for Loved Ones

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