{"id":2062,"date":"2019-03-22T06:51:23","date_gmt":"2019-03-22T06:51:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/?p=2062"},"modified":"2019-09-17T12:37:26","modified_gmt":"2019-09-17T12:37:26","slug":"7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes","title":{"rendered":"7 Ultimate Gift-Giving Etiquettes"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>The manner of giving is worth more than a gift.<\/em><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><em>&#8211; Pierre Corneille<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Receiving gifts is quite fun. They make celebrations more joyous, which we all look forward to. But nothing can ever beat the joy of giving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/gifts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gifts to loved ones<\/a> that put a cheerful smile on their face. The joy it brings to your heart is unmatchable.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Sometimes just giving a gift is not enough. There are certain gestures you need to show to <a href=\"\/blog\/10-intangible-gift-ideas-for-memorable-experiences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make gifting a wonderful experience<\/a> for the recipient. Here, we\u2019ll talk about some proper gift giving etiquettes to make the entire process easier and also let you know why they are important.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#1_Is_Gift_Exchange_Necessary\" title=\"1. Is Gift Exchange Necessary?\">1. Is Gift Exchange Necessary?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#2_Should_Gift_Exchange_Be_Of_Equal_Value\" title=\"2. Should Gift Exchange Be Of Equal Value?\">2. Should Gift Exchange Be Of Equal Value?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#3_What_Are_The_Group_Gift-Giving_Etiquettes\" title=\"3. What Are The Group Gift-Giving Etiquettes?\">3. What Are The Group Gift-Giving Etiquettes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#4_Never_Arrive_Empty-handed_To_Dinner_or_Holiday_Parties\" title=\"4. Never Arrive Empty-handed To Dinner or Holiday Parties\">4. Never Arrive Empty-handed To Dinner or Holiday Parties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#5_Consider_the_Choice_of_the_Recipient\" title=\"5. Consider the Choice of the Recipient\">5. Consider the Choice of the Recipient<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#6_Is_It_Okay_To_Give_Cash_Or_DIY_Gifts\" title=\"6. Is It Okay To Give Cash Or DIY Gifts?\">6. Is It Okay To Give Cash Or DIY Gifts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/blog\/7-ultimate-gift-giving-etiquettes\/#7_What_to_Do_When_Invitation_Specifically_Says_Not_To_Bring_a_Gift\" title=\"7. What to Do When Invitation Specifically Says Not To Bring a Gift?\">7. What to Do When Invitation Specifically Says Not To Bring a Gift?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_Gift_Exchange_Necessary\"><\/span>1. Is Gift Exchange Necessary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When someone gives you a gift on your special occasions, such as a birthday party, wedding or anniversary celebration, it is not necessary that you need to give one in return. Just a heartfelt thank you note would be enough to show your appreciation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Should_Gift_Exchange_Be_Of_Equal_Value\"><\/span>2. Should Gift Exchange Be Of Equal Value?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This thought comes in our mind a lot of time. That if someone gifts us something expensive, are we supposed to do the same in return? You shouldn\u2019t feel compelled to give a gift equal in value to a gift received. It is the thought behind the gift that counts rather than its monetary value. When giving gifts, just spend as much as you can afford or try to spend the amount that you are comfortable with.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_Are_The_Group_Gift-Giving_Etiquettes\"><\/span>3. What Are The Group Gift-Giving Etiquettes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When buying gifts for co-workers, make sure you give them similar gifts that everyone can enjoy. Again, it also depends upon your relationship with colleagues. You can only give a gift to a colleague that you are really close to without feeling guilty for not gifting the rest of the teammates. In this condition, it is better to exchange gifts in private rather than in front of everyone.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Never_Arrive_Empty-handed_To_Dinner_or_Holiday_Parties\"><\/span>4. Never Arrive Empty-handed To Dinner or Holiday Parties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If your friend or relative has invited you to a dinner party or a holiday party, then it is best to show up with a gift as a token of gratitude for the host. They have made efforts and invited you to be a part of their important celebration and that should be acknowledged for sure. The gift need not be big or expensive, just a little something like <a href=\"\/flowers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flowers<\/a>, <a href=\"\/chocolates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolates<\/a>, or scented candles is enough that serve as a token of appreciation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Consider_the_Choice_of_the_Recipient\"><\/span>5. Consider the Choice of the Recipient<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When buying a gift, it is important to think about whether it matches the personality of the recipient. Or will it be useful to them or not? Keeping these important things in mind will help you choose the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/gifts\/for-friend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">perfect gift for friends<\/a>, family, and loved ones.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Is_It_Okay_To_Give_Cash_Or_DIY_Gifts\"><\/span>6. Is It Okay To Give Cash Or DIY Gifts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Well, giving gift cards is a more subtle way to offer someone a gift with monetary benefits. A handmade DIY gift adorned with a personal touch is one of the most thoughtful gifts that you can offer someone, which will show you put extra efforts to choose something unique for them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_to_Do_When_Invitation_Specifically_Says_Not_To_Bring_a_Gift\"><\/span>7. What to Do When Invitation Specifically Says Not To Bring a Gift?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The host may say things like gifts are not allowed or please don\u2019t bring a gift. But you should always bring a gift to someone\u2019s home. The host won\u2019t refuse your gift and always admire it as a lovely gesture from your end. Don\u2019t buy a huge gift but anything small like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.ae\/flower-bouquets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bouquet of flowers<\/a>, <a href=\"\/candles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">candles<\/a>, or baked goods would make a nice offering.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The etiquettes mentioned above will make gifting quite a stress-free and fun process for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The manner of giving is worth more than a gift. &#8211; Pierre Corneille Receiving gifts is quite fun. They make celebrations more joyous, which we all look forward to. But nothing can ever beat the joy of giving gifts to loved ones that put a cheerful smile on their face. 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