If you’re going to give a gift, keep it small and inexpensive. This is not a time to show off.
A pack of her favorite candy is a nice way to show you were listening and care about her. It is also a good icebreaker.
A flash drive full of their favorite movies, musicals, or other media can make them feel appreciated and be great future conversation topics.
Flowers
Flowers have long been a symbol of romantic love and are the perfect gift for a special occasion. However, they can send the wrong message on a first date. Depending on the type of flower, they can symbolize strong feelings and even negativity. This is why it is best to avoid them if possible.
If you want to give your date a gift that will make her smile, try picking up something playful like a small box of chocolates or some hot cocoa in travel mugs. These are sweet, simple gifts that are guaranteed to leave her with a smile on her face.
When buying a gift for your first date, it is also important to think about the person’s interests and hobbies. If they mention having a passion for traveling, a fun gift idea is a globe or compass. This is a thoughtful and practical choice that will show you paid attention to their interest.
Jewelry
Bringing jewelry is a big no-no on a first date. For one thing, it can signal that you are trying to buy her affection, which is a major turnoff for most women. Plus, it can create a bad feeling of guilt in her that will overtake any feelings of attraction that she may be experiencing.
If you really want to give her a gift on the first date, consider something small and fun like tickets to a sports event or an amusement park. This will be a great way for you to bond with her while giving her a dopamine rush.
Another good idea is a book that you know she’ll love. If she mentions that she’s been wanting to read Orhan Pamuk’s Museum of Innocence, for example, you can gift her a copy. It’s a perfect gift for her because it is both thoughtful and inexpensive. It will also show that you took the time to listen to her interests.
Candy
If you really want to impress your date with a nice gift then consider giving them something that they love. It can be anything from a small book on the topic they like to a box of chocolates or even a ticket to see their favorite sports team.
This will show them that you care about them and also give you a great story to share with them. It is important to avoid overdoing the gifts though. Putting too much emphasis on them could give off the wrong message and they might assume that you are desperate for their affections. It is best to hold off on this until you have been on a few dates and they know you well enough. Otherwise they might start relegating you to the friendzone, consciously or subconsciously. This is why it is important to always keep some other dates lined up when dating someone new. It will ensure that you are not too dependant on them and make it harder for them to relegate you to the friendzone.
Expensive Gifts
The main thing with gifts is that they need to be appropriate and thoughtful. That doesn’t mean they have to be expensive, just something that reflects the fact that you took some time to think about it. For example, if you know that your date likes music, getting her a CD (you can make one yourself for pretty cheap) is an inexpensive yet thoughtful gift.
You can also give your date a flash drive filled with movies, TV shows or musicals that you both like to watch or listen to. This is a great way to give her some great future conversation topics that will show you’re really paying attention to her interests. One thing that is a big no-no with gifts on a first date is something expensive because it gives off the wrong signals and can create feelings of pity in your dating partner. That is definitely not a recipe for romantic tension!