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Shopping for Your Date
We took our $30 the other week and headed to late night shopping at Chadstone (it’s a huge mall, for our US readers…). We had $30 to spend on something lovely for Den. I expected him to hate the idea, but he was quite chuffed that we were spending a night all about him and he wasn’t going to get dragged into dress boutiques or lingerie shops! We strolled around together, did some window-shopping for big ticket items as well, had an ice cream and enjoyed each other’s company.
So, $30 doesn’t sound like a lot of money to spend… Particularly when you’re talking about shopping for a guy… My theory was to take something small that he doesn’t usually splurge on and get a luxury version… we ended up with designer underwear that are the most comfortable Den has ever had the pleasure of wearing (keep in mind he usually buys his in a seven-pack. Enough said!) and I think we’ve had the added bonus of converting him to now only buying nice underwear! Plus, a great hit of retail therapy!
Here are some other options for $30 gifts for your date:
Said Underwear: For guys or girls, underwear is a great way to make your date feel sexy and spoiled. Think great brands like Calvin Klein, American Apparel, Kookai, etc.
Pyjamas: Another fun one… get rid of your date’s old high school t-shirt that they wear to bed every night and get them some cute PJ pants or a slinky negligee that won’t cost the earth and will make bedtime a lot of fun!
Skincare: Luxury shaving creams, bubble bath or body butters are decadent and sensual gifts.
T-shirts: Particularly on sale, you will be able to find a funky top for a guy or girl if you look in the right stores. Get them something they normally wouldn’t buy, but that you think they look great in!
Accessories: Costume jewelry, a handbag, a beanie, a scarf, a cuff…
Books: Get them a book that might change their life or teach them something new!
Sigh. Wish someone would take me shopping… ahem, HINT, Den! (It’ll never work, he doesn’t read my posts…)
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I READ YOUR POSTS… sometimes… ok, maybe not that often.
Maybe I was secretly attracted to the picture of the dude in his underwear???
Thanks for the handy tips Em’s… although you’ve killed the opportunity for me to take you out on a shopping date any time soon!
And as for shopping for chicks on a $30 budget… hmm, I think I’m going to need some more helpful tips… seriously, is it possible to shop for a chick for less than $30 and get her something that she’ll love???
As for the date… yeah it was a lot of fun! Always is when I’m being the centre of attention… and even better having Emma as my personal shopper. I like it when Emma fends of the sales assistants like Beatrix Kiddo to O-Ren’s crazy 88. Gives me a chance to check out fashion without a sales assistant telling me I should buy this or that… can be a little daunting!
As for the undies… there’s nothing wrong with jocks that come in packs of 7 days! Pfft… designer underwear, what is this world coming to!
Although I must admit these new ones, they’re comfy… they kinda cup your guys in a caressing way, you know… snug and safe, but not cramping your style. I do recommend… if you can depart with $30 or one pair!