The feast of February 23 appeared in 1922 and has a military theme, because it was originally intended to celebrate the anniversary of the creation of the Red Army. What can be given to a man on such a day? How not to make a mistake when choosing a gift?
Gift Choice Rules
How many socks and shaving gels were presented during the holiday, can not be counted. Before choosing a present for a man, you need to understand what exactly should not be given.
A set of tools for the job. On the day of the holiday, I do not want to think about work or receive as a gift something related to it. And February 23 is no exception to the rule: no sets of screwdrivers or multitools. Exception: if there is an urgent need to purchase a certain instrument, it is on February 23 that you can purchase such a product.
Souvenirs. A souvenir is supposed to be a thing that is unsuitable for practical use. Of course, the souvenir will not be left without attention, however, it is better to give a thing that is useful for different needs. For example, you should not give a figurine with the number 23, it is better to opt for a key fob that is equipped with a flashlight.
Bracelets and rings. If the size of the finger can be guessed, then with the preferences of a guy, the situation is different. You do not need to give a beautiful bracelet or ring if a person does not wear such accessories. An exception - if a man is fond of wearing accessories on his hands, you can present a gift in the form of a neutral bracelet.
Plush Toys. On Defender of the Fatherland Day, getting a gift in the form of a soft teddy bear is one of the worst nightmares of any young man.
The points listed above will help you not to get into an awkward situation when presenting a gift. For a specific purchase of a particular presentation in honor of the holiday, you need to remember the following recommendations.
- You need to buy what the guy dreams of, not the girl. Often, girls give their young man clothes and even cosmetics (cream for dry skin, etc.). This is not recommended.
It is worth preparing and first finding out what the man lacks or what he dreams about. If you do this unobtrusively, you can give exactly the thing that the guy needs.
Ideas for useful and original presentations
To choose the right gift for the Defender of the Fatherland Day, you can use next rated gifts.
Printed mug or pillow. Yes, this is a banal gift, but it combines the best qualities: low price, originality and usability every day. The image should be chosen carefully, the best option would be a joint photo with your loved one.
- A toy on the radio. Do not rush and call this gift childish, stupid and funny. There is a true phrase: give a man at 35 years old a radio-controlled helicopter, and he will play with him as at 13 years old. Of course, there are types of guys who are too serious. But if a person has a sense of humor, then he will sincerely be delighted with such an original gift. You can choose both a car and any other device on the remote control: boat, tank and other models. The minus of the presentation is that a man is unlikely to use the toy on a regular basis, but holidays are needed in order to give and surprise, so that a radio-controlled toy will give the man the opportunity to return to his childhood for a short time.
- Certificate for a certain amount for a trip to the store. In which - you need to decide based on the preferences of the person. If he is keen on literature, then it is better to buy a book certificate, if he follows fashion trends - you should buy a certificate for the purchase of goods in a clothing store. The undoubted advantage of such a gift is that it will be 100% used as a man wants. Of course, the element of surprise will not work if you present an envelope as a gift. But why does a man need an eighth pair of quality socks if he does not have enough scarf in his wardrobe? Buying a certificate for Defender of the Fatherland Day is a practical and convenient way to please your loved one or friend.
- Cake with decoration under February 23. Not only sweet tooth will be happy with such a gift - even a man who is not fond of sweets will appreciate the cake. Infrequently, the strong half of humanity is presented with goodies. And if you strain and make a cake in the style of the 23rd day itself, then such a gift is guaranteed not to be left without attention.
- Accessory in the car. Motorists are always delighted if they buy car accessories as a gift. A good GPS navigator or a set of tools for a car can be a great gift for Defender of the Fatherland Day. In order not to miscalculate with the acquisition, you should first find out what is missing or what a man would like to buy in a car. If you ask a couple of leading questions and show interest, you can get a complete picture of exactly which gadgets are missing in the iron horse. If nothing comes to mind, you can buy a cover for the steering wheel and seats.
- Book as a gift. Even ardent opponents of reading can not resist some books. Comics on film universes, a print publication of news about gaming news, a magazine with news from the world of technology or cars, the main thing is to choose the right book. Online stores offer a wide selection of a wide variety of books. If a person is fond of fiction, on February 23 you can make a present in the form of a work of your favorite author or something classic.
- Skydiving. Stormy impressions and adrenaline will be provided for both if you purchase two subscriptions for a parachute jump.You can find an organization that offers such a service for civilians. A man will definitely remember a gift for his whole life only if he does not serve in the army, where parachuting is a common thing. In addition to parachuting, you can purchase a subscription to visit the trampoline center or paintball club. The main thing is to give adrenaline and a bunch of fun memories.
- Quest. The interactive story that other people invented and built is what you need for a fun pastime. Any male will want to solve the mystery of the century or get out of the maze of endless rooms, because everyone loves adventure.
- Dry rations with a military design. In the form of a comic gift that you can eat, you can choose a lunch ration. These are briquettes in which food products are equipped for a day or one meal. On the Internet you can find many varieties of dry rations, including comic ones: “to work”, “to visit mother-in-law” and so on. Such a present can eventually come in handy when there is a long trip ahead.
- Game console. Any man will be interested in Sony PlayStation 4 and Xbox, therefore, to purchase such a prefix is an ideal option not to lose with a gift.
- Wrist Watch. If a guy does not wear a watch on his hand, this does not mean that he does not like it. Sometimes your hands just do not reach the purchase of such an accessory. Properly selected watches will look solid on the hand of your partner. In addition to ordinary watches, you can buy smart watches as a gift: this will cause more delight and will be much more practical. In the XXI century, a smart watch will be an excellent assistant that can set an alarm clock, calculate the distance traveled and even answer incoming calls.
- Accessory for PC. If a guy is fond of playing on a computer, you can purchase a gaming mouse, mouse pad or keyboard for your computer. The main thing is to read several reviews on this topic, so as not to be mistaken when choosing a quality accessory. The gamer will not disregard such a present.
- Game on Steam. Continuing the theme of computer game lovers, you can give your loved one a game on the computer. If the knowledge of the game industry is zero, you need to carefully approach this gift option.
- Computer chair. For those men who often sit at a laptop or computer, a comfortable chair is the perfect gift. Orthopedic options should be chosen that are designed to reduce fatigue during work.
- Tattoo. For guys who are fond of tattoos, you can give a tattoo: arrange with the master and pay for the average drawing, and the guy himself will choose the right image.
- Beer helmet. Such a hat allows you to drink drinks from a bottle that is attached to a helmet. As a serious gift, a beer helmet is not suitable, but to cheer up a man is ideal.
- Collection knife. A knife is a necessary thing in the household, however, a brutal blade for a man is an attribute of solidity.
It is important to remember: the best gift for any man on February 23 is his girlfriend. It is enough to devote this day to your boyfriend, prepare a delicious dinner and congratulate him with a postcard - he will already be pleased.
Gifts are good, but one must not forget that the best present is gift attention and pleasant memories. In addition to gifts, beloved man, you need to remember about male relatives, as well as colleagues. In this case, you can give mini gifts for the Defender of the Fatherland Day from the following list.
Box of sweets, stylized for military subjects. As in the case of a loved one, sweets as a gift on February 23 are an ideal option. Despite the “severity” of men, they sincerely rejoice at the upcoming tea party with good sweets. Present good chocolate or sweets to a colleague or friend - a great option when choosing inexpensive gifts in large quantities. You can buy chocolate weapons.
- Lighter. For people who are fond of smoking, an unusual lighter will be a great gift and practical assistant, as ordinary cheap lighters burn badly and wear out quickly. Especially on the 23rd you can buy lighters with a military theme. Also, the smoker will be pleased to get a beautiful ashtray. The fact is that no one purchases items for smoking on their own, and a gift ashtray will become a useful and practical gift.
- Electronic Cigarette. Such a gift for Defender of the Fatherland Day will be to the liking of a smoker who wants to quit smoking. A good electronic cigarette can replace regular cigarettes.
- Flash drive in the form of a grenade or machine. There are also options where the flash drive is made in the form of a soldier or a real compass. Electronic memory will never be superfluous, and the original form of the flash drive will please the owner.
- Power bank or external battery. You can find inexpensive options that will also be decorated in a design style for Defender of the Fatherland Day.
- Survival kit. You can not take seriously the small boxes in which there is food and various devices that should help survive in the wild. However, as a small gift such a set is suitable, there will definitely be an item in it that will be useful to a man in one way or another in everyday life.
- Thermo mug. In the cold season, such dishes are very appreciated by walkers. If a man’s work is connected with being on the streets frequently, a thermo mug as a gift will be a great option. She keeps the drink hot for a long time.
- MP3 player. A device for listening to music will always be in demand, and on February 23, such a gift will do just fine. You can find players in military performance, if you can’t wait to coincide with the presentation of the Defender of the Fatherland Day.
- Flask for drinks. In the store you can find a lot of gift flasks, timed to coincide with the Defender of the Fatherland Day: you can choose the option with a comic inscription like "The Great General." Also, flasks in the form of a grenade will be an appropriate present.
Also, do not forget about creative home-made gifts. Gifts that are made with their own hands are valued more, even if inferior in characteristics. To surprise a loved one, you can make a gift yourself.
Handmade soap in the form of a tank or grenade. In the store you can buy kits for making soap yourself.
Scarf, mittens or socks, stitched by hand.
Picture - congratulations. You can draw a soldier or military equipment. The picture should be framed.
We are preparing a surprise
Surprise is always fun. It brings positive emotions, an element of surprise and many memories. But there is an important point: most men cannot stand surprises, preferring to keep everything under control. In other words, spontaneous emotions and violent reaction to a gift are more likely for women. Therefore, a surprise should be done carefully and give a gift to your beloved in private. There are two options for making a surprise: having a party or a romantic dinner.
February 23rd party. You can pre-call several friends and acquaintances. Purchase the necessary party supplies: snacks, drinks and board games. Toward evening, you can discourage a guy if you meet him with a noisy crowd of friends.
Romantic evening with the defender of the Fatherland. You need to cook dinner, decorate the room and purchase a festive outfit. When a man comes, he will be pleasantly surprised and grateful for such a calm surprise. Then you can watch a movie together.
It is advisable to wrap any gift in gift paper. Such a solution will greatly increase the pleasure that a person receives from a gift: an element of surprise from childhood is preserved in an adult.
Budget options
It is not always necessary to spend a large amount on February 23 to please the defender of the Fatherland. Among budget gifts, pay attention to the following options.
Shampoo or shower gel. Do not think that such a present will not be very original. There are many gift options in stores. If desired, you can buy a shampoo with an unusual aroma.
Quality diary. On Defender of the Fatherland Day, you can give a notebook in which a man can enter any information. Military symbols and design of the diary will give originality to such a gift.
Fishing lures. Fishing enthusiasts can purchase a fishing accessory. For a small fee, you can find quality lures.
A pen with a personal signature. A pen is an underrated gift. People very often change pens, while having their personal, convenient, and original writing instruments is very pleasant and practical. A young man will like such a present if you buy a pen with his zodiac sign.
Badge or order: “Good husband”, “Best in the world”. You can remind yourself of your beloved by giving a corresponding medal. If you choose a sincere message, the guy will be very pleased.
Cover for documents in military style. A great solution if the person does not have a protective cover on the passport. Various designs will allow you to choose a good cover, even with the name of a man. Military design always looks solid.
Headphones in the form of bullets. They look spectacular, they always find application - usually the headphones often become unusable, so the extra pair in stock will not be superfluous.
Housekeeper. Keys are always lost. But if you give the defender a convenient mini pouch, you can forget about the losses. Mounts on such accessories are well made. On holiday, you can buy a pocket key holder with a military coloring.
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