Walk her down the aisle of fragrance
Feb 12, 2009
FEBRUARY 14 is a day when friends and lovers exchange gifts, cards and notes, all in the name of expressing affection for each other. However, finding the right Valentine’s Day gift is probably the most taxing experience.
FEBRUARY 14 is a day when friends and lovers exchange gifts, cards and notes, all in the name of expressing affection for each other. However, finding the right Valentine’s Day gift is probably the most taxing experience. Below Agnes Kyotalengerire brings you a list of Valentine's Day gift ideas for her to keep the romance alive.
Flowers
Flowers will definitely attract her attention if she loves them. But not any flower will do the magic. On this occasion, speak the language of roses. To keep in line with the theme colour, choose red roses.
They symbolise love. A word of caution: Buy natural flowers because love is natural. From sh15,000, you can get a bouquet of red roses from shops and florists in town. To avoid the last-minute hassle, place your order early. Surprise her by having the flowers delivered to her place of work or at home.
Jewellery
This is another romantic gift that women treasure. Surprise that special woman in your life with a set of either sterling silver or gold jewellery. Apart from being pretty and feminine, it will last long.
Avoid buying plain jewellery and pay attention to detail. A heart-shaped pendant with the word “love†engraved on it will do wonders. A set of pure gold jewellery (earrings, necklace, pendant, chain or bracelet) ranges from sh200,000 onwards, while silver ranges from sh100,000 from recognised jewellery dealers in Kampala city.
Purse
This is another fashion accessory that is very popular with women. While shopping, bear in mind the theme colour. A red or black purse with stones will do wonders. These are available in boutiques in Kampala. Prices range from sh20,000 to sh40,000.
Perfume
Give her that perfect scent she deserves by taking her into a world of fragrances. The good news is that beauty shops in town are flooded with perfumes. While buying, do not compromise quality.
Shops such as Body Care Centre on Pioneer Mall and Charms on Jinja Road, have a variety of perfumes like Givenchy, Britney Spears, Elizabeth Arden, Calvin Klein- Euphoria and Pleasures for women. Perfumes range from sh100,000 onwards.
Shoes
You will not go wrong if you choose a pair of trendy shoes for her, as a gift. No matter how much you will be attracted to other colours, let the theme colour be red to match with her black outfit.
The Peep-toe is one kind of stylish shoe which comes in different materials and designs. These cost sh50,000 in uptown boutiques and sh30,000 in downtown shops.
Body care hamper
Women never seem to have enough of these. So why not spoil her a little with a lotion, toner, soap and shower gel? If your gift idea is a body care hamper, simply walk into any beauty shop in town, select your products and have them wrapped.
Still haven’t got a gift for her? Try to recall something she has been craving or a hint she may have mentioned in passing and surprise her with it. While shopping, choose the right gift that matches the mood of the evening and make it a night to remember.
Flowers
Flowers will definitely attract her attention if she loves them. But not any flower will do the magic. On this occasion, speak the language of roses. To keep in line with the theme colour, choose red roses.
They symbolise love. A word of caution: Buy natural flowers because love is natural. From sh15,000, you can get a bouquet of red roses from shops and florists in town. To avoid the last-minute hassle, place your order early. Surprise her by having the flowers delivered to her place of work or at home.
Jewellery
This is another romantic gift that women treasure. Surprise that special woman in your life with a set of either sterling silver or gold jewellery. Apart from being pretty and feminine, it will last long.
Avoid buying plain jewellery and pay attention to detail. A heart-shaped pendant with the word “love†engraved on it will do wonders. A set of pure gold jewellery (earrings, necklace, pendant, chain or bracelet) ranges from sh200,000 onwards, while silver ranges from sh100,000 from recognised jewellery dealers in Kampala city.
Purse
This is another fashion accessory that is very popular with women. While shopping, bear in mind the theme colour. A red or black purse with stones will do wonders. These are available in boutiques in Kampala. Prices range from sh20,000 to sh40,000.
Perfume
Give her that perfect scent she deserves by taking her into a world of fragrances. The good news is that beauty shops in town are flooded with perfumes. While buying, do not compromise quality.
Shops such as Body Care Centre on Pioneer Mall and Charms on Jinja Road, have a variety of perfumes like Givenchy, Britney Spears, Elizabeth Arden, Calvin Klein- Euphoria and Pleasures for women. Perfumes range from sh100,000 onwards.
Shoes
You will not go wrong if you choose a pair of trendy shoes for her, as a gift. No matter how much you will be attracted to other colours, let the theme colour be red to match with her black outfit.
The Peep-toe is one kind of stylish shoe which comes in different materials and designs. These cost sh50,000 in uptown boutiques and sh30,000 in downtown shops.
Body care hamper
Women never seem to have enough of these. So why not spoil her a little with a lotion, toner, soap and shower gel? If your gift idea is a body care hamper, simply walk into any beauty shop in town, select your products and have them wrapped.
Still haven’t got a gift for her? Try to recall something she has been craving or a hint she may have mentioned in passing and surprise her with it. While shopping, choose the right gift that matches the mood of the evening and make it a night to remember.