8 Worst Christmas Gift Ideas for Women: What Not to Gift Your Loved Ones

Yes, the thought counts when it comes to gifting, but only to a certain extent as highlighted by women on Facebook. Asking for the worst gift they ever received from a man, the responses were hilarious. If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas for women, here are eight really bad ones to avoid.

1. Hygiene Products

Gifting your partner with hygiene products may seem like a practical idea, but it implies you have a less-than-flattering impression of your partner’s body. Megan, one of the women on Facebook shared, “A razor and deodorant. I said to him, are you trying to tell me something here?” Furthermore, avoid buying workout gear or weight-loss products (unless she is an avid gym-goer and you know her exact size).

2. Stolen Jewelry

Giving stolen jewelry may be tempting, but it can be a disastrous choice. Colleen shared, “A college boyfriend gave me a diamond necklace. I later found out that he stole the money from his roommates to buy it. I felt pretty terrible, but I totally kept that s**t.” Another woman, Abbie shared, “A necklace… That he stole from his mom. I opened it in front of her and she knew immediately. Plus, there was a picture of her wearing the same necklace framed on the table next to me.” Avoid stolen goods as they do not lead to a woman’s heart.

3. Candles That Smell Like You

Gifting candles that smell like you or getting your face taped on them is inappropriate. As Caitlin shares, “Candles that smelled like his cologne with his face taped on them.” Besides, avoid buying candles for a woman since fragrances can cause allergic reactions in some people.

4. Video Games

Getting your girlfriend a video game that you want and then playing it incessantly is not a good idea, as shared by Kemi, “An ex-boyfriend once got me a video game (that HE wanted) for me on my birthday and then played it incessantly.” Gifts should be personal and relevant to the person you’re giving it to.

5. A Photo of Yourself

Avoid giving your girlfriend a framed picture of yourself, as highlighted by Olivia, “A selfie. Seriously.” It conveys narcissism and may not be well received.

6. The Thing She Just Told You NOT to Buy

After asking for no lotion sets, Metha received a pomegranate scented lotion set. When she asked him why, he said, “I saw you eat a pomegranate once so I thought you might like it.” While this may be the best explanation for a bad gift ever, it is important to do some detective work and buy her something you know she will like.

7. Tickets to a Movie She Doesn’t Want to See

Giving your girlfriend tickets to a movie she doesn’t want to see, then talking through the whole movie with another guy is inconsiderate. As shared by Brandi, “Tickets to Garfield the movie… then he met up with another guy there and they talked through the whole movie. The only thing he said to me was, “Do mad cows really run that fast?!”” It can be hurtful and stressful, especially for introverts, so don’t do it.

8. Gifts That Hint at Marriage (Before It’s Been Discussed)

Assuming marriage without discussing it can be disastrous. Jessica shares, “An old boyfriend gave me a bridal magazine and a wedding planner. He never proposed, and we never spoke of marriage. He just arrogantly assumed I’d be all over it. Uh, no thanks.” Avoid making assumptions and let the conversation about marriage surface organically.

In conclusion, when buying Christmas gifts for women, make sure that they are personal, relevant, and thoughtful. Avoid hygiene products, stolen jewelry, candles that smell like you, video games, a photo of yourself, buying something she might like, tickets to an unwanted movie, and gifts that hint at marriage before discussing it.

What is the worst gift you have ever received? Share your thoughts in the comments!