Birthday Presents! (2024)

FAQs

What to reply when someone asks for a birthday gift? ›

Thank them for thinking of you and for wanting to get you a gift. Be humble: Avoid sounding demanding or entitled. Instead, convey that you don't expect anything extravagant and that their presence or well wishes are more than enough.

A good thing to say is that you really don't need presents, all you really want is their presence! If they persist, you can tell them that you would appreciate anything they bring you. If they are adamant about wanting to know something specific and you have a couple of things in mind, you can tell them what they are.

Money etiquette experts suggest spending $10 to $20 for classmates while expanding the budget to $25 for close friends, $50 for relatives and upwards of $100 for your own children.

If you're not sure what your gift is, ask yourself these three questions: What can I do that I'm best at, with little effort on my part? What is the one thing that other people associate with me? I've listened to others connect this gift with me, so how have I used it?

Think about what you love to do most. Maybe you've recently picked up a new hobby—embroidery, calligraphy, photography or working out. Asking for a birthday gift that aligns with a newfound hobby might inspire you to keep that hobby up. Another birthday gift idea is something that reflects your personal goals.

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Tell them you gave the gift a try, but didn't like it. Pretend as though this was as much a surprise to you as it is to them hearing it. Do your best to make light of the situation, but never seem as though you regret receiving a gift. A thoughtful but unwanted gift is always better than none at all.

When someone gives you an unexpected gift? ›

What to do when you receive an unexpected gift. Start by giving the gift you've received its proper due. “Accept the gift graciously, smile and say, 'Thank you so much for thinking of me,'” says Gottsman.

Your gift has touched my heart, and I am incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness. Your kindness has made a significant impact on my life, and I will always remember your generosity. Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and generosity. Your gift has brightened my day and made me feel so special.

But if it's a birthday gift for a close friend or family member—or for a milestone birthday, like turning 18 or 75—it's not uncommon to spend in the $50 to $100 range.

A budget of around $100 is standard for longer relationships. If you're married, $100 is the median amount, and the top 25% of couples spend $300. Remember these are guidelines; you should not feel obligated to match these amounts if you're under financial stress.

Fifty dollars goes a long way, and you can use it for the kinds of stores suitable for multiple purchases, like some of the other options on this list. If, for instance, your friend loves to go to Starbucks, spending $50 on a gift card provides them with a lot of value. That's enough about Starbucks.

Just "thank you" or "thank you so much" and a smile should be enough. How do I reply if someone I hate says "happy birthday" to me? Put on your best smile, act pleasant and like you don't hate the person, and say, "Thank you." Don't say anything mean, though, as it will encourage him/her to be nasty.

It is not necessary for someone to reply to a birthday text, as it is simply a kind gesture to wish them well on their special day.

“Please accept this gift as a small measure of my appreciation for all the care and attention that you have shown me over the past number of months.