What's a good amount of money to spend on holiday gifts for your significant other?

Question

How much money do you plan to spend on gifts for your significant other this holiday season?

Darkfairie17 · Accepted Answer

I voted A. I think it really depends on how much you are able to spend and what you can afford. I once foolishly bought a bf a really nice watch. I was a student and money was tight, but I figured I would be able to swing the $500 watch. I definitely regret it, as I had a hard time paying it off. But I just bought it for him because I wanted him to have something nice.

I had strong feelings for him and sadly thought that buying him that watch would show him how much he meant to me. Material things don't show you love, actions show love.

And unfortunately he was undeserving of the gift.

I'm not saying people shouldn't spend $500 plus dollars on a gift. Do what you want, but if you can't afford it dont!

I'm making my Christmas gifts this year. I'm tight on money, but also because I like being crafty and I feel that making something would mean more than just buying something and hoping they will like it :)

ShesSoSilly · Accepted Answer

I think this depends on an individuals budget but in general, as cliche as it sounds, it shouldn't matter how much something cost. I think it's more important to put the thought into it. Personally I am happy to get something I actually like and would use. The times I have got some random tacky gift, I wasn't upset it was cheap, I was upset it was so off the wall and not at all something I would use or like.

For example, a fire place DVD... I am not going to play a DVD of a fire burning on my TV... just shows they don't care and it was a quick gift or they don't know you very well. I've also gotten homemade gifts I love and have kept for years. So it's all about how much thought you put into things. The only exception to this is if you have a superficial/materialistic person in your life. Then I suppose you better whip the wallet out to please them.

falloutqu3en · Accepted Answer

i think if a guy/ girl truly cares and knows their SO then they'll know how much they should spend on them. Like if a woman/man appreciates the smaller sentimental things dont give them something thats too expensive or else it will most likely scare them away. Especially in the beginning of a relationship

hototheyo · Accepted Answer

We base value on other things besides material crap. If we need something throughout the year, we'll just get it. Although we get each other modest presents for b-days, we do not spend anything on each other for Christmas. Besides, the commercialization of the holiday sucks.

madhatters4 · Accepted Answer

significant other as in wife? I guess it always depends regardless of relationship status but obviously the best gifts are really invaluable. so whether it's a $20 or $300 gift as long as it has significant meaning to the person that's all that is really important

chanisking · Answer

i think, It depends on your income :)
Like if you earn 10000$ per month
would you spend under 100$
Nope
You will go for expensive !
put this question like
If i have 1000 in my bank for holiday
-How should i spend?
like that !
otherwise, it's not logical to answer this question

MrAtticusLebowski · Answer

I think it also depends if you two live together and what the joint finances are like. I think it's a red flag when a SO feels comfy asking you to buy them expensive $hit. Like a new, out-of-contract Iphone or a $400 Coach bag.

$100 spent really should be the cap for a Christmas gift here.

honeyltsme · Answer

Depends on how significant the other is and how much money you have.

The value of the gift is the thoughtfulness and the delivery and the sacrifice. If you inherited a lot of wealth or have significant income, $1000 may not be a sacrifice. If you are poor, even $1 can be a legit sacrifice and thus a meaningful gift, if chosen carefully and delivered in a heartfelt manner.

Caylin · Answer

my fiance spoils me rotten this time of year, but I have no money at all with which to get him anything back. even though he knows I have no money and I don't think he expects much back, I still end up feeling bad. therefore, I would recommend avoiding big, flashy, expensive gifts, unless both partners plan on going that route, in which case, go ahead :)

ZergRush · Answer

Honestly... I think it really depends on your income. When me and my husband first met, we were SO broke that most of our gifts consisted of "improvising". But now that we both have very decent income, we enjoy spoiling each other a bit on the holidays

xthexdeadxonex · Answer

Like I'm sure others have said, I think it's more about how much meaning your significant other will take out of the gift than how much you spend on it. Like, if you could spend $20 on something that your partner is really into or passionate about, as opposed to some other fancy thing that is super expensive, why not just buy the $20 gift? As long as your partner would enjoy it, I don't see why it matters how much you spent on them, anyway.

Plus, money shouldn't really matter anyway. Relationships should be more about the time spent together and such than how much money you two are spending on each other.

chantillykate · Answer

Instead of giving each other gifts this year, my husband and I are buying a new TV and home theater system for the house! I can't wait!! We love Netflix, and have lots of movie nights, so this will be perfect for us.

This will be pretty expensive, but totally worth it :)

angelface8 · Answer

Less than 100 bc its not about the price of the gift for me its about the thought of the gift. Did u have me in mind when u are giftsshopping or did u rush and get it last moment honestly it could be home made as long as its made with love im grateful and happy anybody can buy a random gift.

Rcjh1987 · Answer

It really depends how long have you guys been together. For a newer relationship i would say less than $50, I know last year with my boyfriend at the time I bought him KU basketball tickets but I combined his birthday with it since the tickets were like 170.

Uriahrk47 · Answer

I'd sayits not about the "dough" but the impact.
I mean do flowers cost thousands? No

It's the thought, and knowledge of what the "significant other" likes.
You could spend a million bucks and still not get the right gift or a few and make them smile :)

forgottenmonkey · Answer

Really depends on how long you have been dating and how serious you are. Also the situation money wise with both of you. I normally say around $100 or a little more if you are some what serious. If its a light relationship I would say way way less.

Anonymous · Answer

Holiday gifts have brainwashed everybody, those people are geniuses though, great businessmen.

I may buy something so she isn't left out but she's been more moved and appreciative for the smaller things, more meaningful things like a letter I once wrote her. People are so materialistic.

But I would vote D, because I'll give her the D when all is said and one and we'll call it a night.

Anonymous · Answer

On our first year together, I went overboard and spent about $1200 on her.

Now, we're married and even though our combined income is more than $150,000, I spend less than $100 on her on purchased gifts. For Christmas, we usually make things for each other instead.

For example, we each make one extra ornament for our Christmas tree every year.
I will make her a card from scratch, or a storybook detailing our lives for that year.

Anonymous · Answer

since i have no income other than getting amazon giftcards off websites like this, i usually spend around 25-50$ for gifts for my significant other. usually a few small things that he likes will do. i dont think fancy expensive gifts are necessary. they're a nice gesture, if it's something that they'll really like, but its not necessary for every holiday. maybe once every few years

xobrowneyedbeauty · Answer

I am a broke medical student who has only been with my boyfriend for 3 months. Definitely under $100. I also have absolutely no idea what to get him. Thank you for contributing to my gift buying anxiety with your question. :p

Ziva1234 · Answer

Depends how much he needs/wants it. My BF still loves the mulberry wallet I got for him- worth about 300 £, which was my "extra" birthday gift- because he needed a new wallet,,,, sooo... whatever you think he might like

Amagi82 · Answer

$0. I think the holiday season is ridiculous and I refuse to participate in it. Any gift that's expected loses all meaning. If I'm going to buy someone a gift, it will be random, when I find something wonderful for them.

misscoffeehead · Answer

I don't have a partner but there was no limit, if I saw something that screamed out "that's absolutely gotten his name written all over it" I'll buy it regardless of the price. I think the thought counts.. Besides he won't know the price anyways 🙈

annsal · Answer

I just got a job and I'm a fresh graduate so I just don't think its wise for me to go on a spending spree on Christmas or whatever holidays since I'm somehow the bread winner of my family now (My Mom and Older Sister) and because I have to fiend for myself for my future plans since I made a promise to myself that even if I'll have no single dime left in my wallet I wouldn't ask for money from anyone since I have a job and source of income.

Nomad93 · Answer

Seriously being together would be enough as a gift personally but I would spend in the $100-300. On the other hand you can give them a baby instead hehe

SoulGirl · Answer

It depends how close you are. It's it's been under a year.. Obviously under 100.  If the relationship is great and been like 2 years +, I'd spend around 200 dollars.  Hope that helps.

Modernhippy · Answer

I don't know depends on how long i been with them. i have a lot of disposable income and if i dont donate it then i dont see why not buy them something really nice.

kittykatg · Answer

It really depends on the couple, how long they've been together, incomes, and a bunch of other factors. You can't just throw arbitrary numbers out there and say that's how much you should spend.

krash2002 · Answer

It's truly based on what your income is. For when I was making less than 50k a year. I would probably end up spending around $100. However, now I wouldn't mind spending $300-$500.

Prettygurl12 · Answer

I plan on spending as little as possible. I don't like spending money and the boyfriend won't even tell me what he wants >.< how am I supposed to buy him something if he doesn't want it?

mike5150 · Answer

Under $100. She never tells me what she wants and if I spend over a certain amount she tells me we need to save money for are vacation.

Red_Dragon · Answer

I don't spend any money. I don't believe in holidays. If I buy her something it's just because I wanted to. Not because of the holidays.

CommieDearest · Answer

~100 probably. Really depends on what they want.  I don't do guessing games.

Katy16 · Answer

I said B, but it really depends on how much you have to spend, like I have no problem spending more or less if I have it depending on what I know he wants :)

QuteQueen · Answer

Don't be cheap with them... but at the same time don't spend a fortune on them. It's really not worth it.

jeanbean · Answer

With this military salary; not much. Like $100 tops. Shit, usually $200 covers gifting costs for my entire family.

Queen_naki5 · Answer

$100-$300 is reasonable. I wouldn't spend over that. I think unless it's several items, one big item is better.

justbeinghonest · Answer

If I had money I would spend $300 to $500 just because I would like buying different stuff for him xD

coffeprince · Answer

Bvote! I spend about the same amt on my close friends and immediate family. I would consider them on par :)

Anonymous · Answer

Depending on what the item is, the average small gift/accessory should be under $100 unless your SO loves expensive things like car parts, electronics etc.

Anonymous · Answer

not too much if you could break up soon cause then what do they do with the gifts?
i know someone whos bf bought them an incredible coat... then they broke up a year later... what do ya do with the coat?

Arguydo · Answer

Shouldn't be about how much we spend, but hiw much love we put on it... Think about it

Anonymous · Answer

Wow my boyfriend bought me an 600 dollar purse and other jewelry last year for Christmas. I bought a 3d flat screen tv for his room at his fraternity for Christmas...

NoMoreDreams · Answer

I don't really have a significant other, but to buy gifts for my closest friends I'm spending over $100 in total.

IbbyNeedsHelp · Answer

I got my boyfriend a big case of RPGs for Christmas this year. About $150

HandsomeRaj · Answer

Vote 'D' - that's from me to my girl. Can't answer from a girl to a guy :-)

LittleSally · Answer

Not more than a 100 dollars. Especially since I'm unemployed.

CrayonQueen · Answer

Are there any cookies out there more than $100 because I'm going to get him cookies.

PoundCakeee · Answer

What ever u can afford u don't go and spend the rent money on a damn Christmas gift. W/e is in ya price range

bombamboum · Answer

For him, it depends, it's often around 100€ sometimes way more sometimes way less.

BertMacklinFBI · Answer

if I know her well like I think I do, its $0.

zagor · Answer

Uh, it kind of depends if you're talking about someone you've been married to for 30 years or your 15 year old BF/GF.  And I hope I'm not talking about the same person making the choice...

Ihav2fart · Answer

I say it depends on your salary and financial situation.

nimbus24 · Answer

It's between $100 - $300 that's my budget for him, it could never go more than that unless all of a sudden I become rich. Lol

rotinaj10 · Answer

My wife and I have decided to buy a new bedroom set. Something we need and both want. :)

1-3-2-4 · Answer

I voted B but depends on how long you have known him/her for.

Anonymous · Answer

Zero. I haven't bought Christmas presents in a couple years.

taterbug55 · Answer

Depends on how much you love this person and how much you care.

Anonymous · Answer

I think you spend what you can afford. I think I'm going to end up spending about $100 all up. We've only been dating 5months (six by xmas)

yaddayaddayadda02 · Answer

I usually spend around $100.

cl_517 · Answer

I'm pretty sure i'm spending more than 500 these holidays :( ahah

NZDSTR · Answer

100 - 300 is good. If you have been together for a very long time or married it could be more

legalboxers · Answer

depends who you are spending it on and if they are worth it

dearsuman · Answer

money does not matter in love. a penny gives happiness

tigersfirelight368 · Answer

i think if someone spends like more than 200 on a gift they want something from u

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