It’s a special kind of agony to realize what you meticulously chose for your hosts is now lying in their storeroom gathering dust. Don’t worry, we understand your pain. Not all of us are good at giving gifts, especially when it comes to housewarming. But before you start questioning your taste, have you considered that you might be giving the wrong type of gift to the wrong kind of host?

 

If the question is making you think about your go-to choice of presents, then this blog is for you. We’ve rounded out the most useful tips for giving the ideal gift for every kind of homeowner while offering you a few failsafe housewarming gift ideas.

 

Three Things to Keep in Mind

Before we start, here are three golden rules to stick by before choosing any gift no matter the occasion:

1.Budget: The first step of gift-giving is to set a budget for your gift and stick with it. The budget depends on how much you are willing to spend and the value you place on the gift. According to a study, about 44% of all housewarming gifts that people purchase on average have been in the ₹2,000 to ₹4,000 range. Around 26% of the people choose to spend between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000. While 16% spent less than ₹2,000 and 14% spent more than ₹8,000. Based on these statistics, the average budget is between ₹2,000 to ₹6,000. But you can aim lower or higher according to your preferences.

2.Meaning: Want to make your gift truly memorable? Add a little meaning behind it. Here are two simple ways you can add meaning to any gift: firstly, go for a gift that your hosts need but haven’t gotten around to buying yet. Secondly, choose a gift that they’ll appreciate for years but would never buy themselves. The best housewarming gifts are often the ones people wouldn’t justify buying but are thrilled to receive.

3.Occasion: If it’s a grand or important occasion, pick a gift that would suit the theme. However, if it’s only a casual meetup, simple presents like flowers or chocolate boxes can do the job.

 

Tips for Choosing Excellent Housewarming Gifts

Whether they’re MasterChefs or meditation Gurus, here’s how to nail that perfect housewarming gift.

 

1.For the Kings of Kitchen

These folks are the ones who will host you for dinner, brunch, and everything in between. They rule over the kitchen and can whip up difficult recipes with utmost ease.

 

To surprise them, go for a set of high-quality kitchenware, like a brass spice box, a personalized chopping board, or a quirky apron that says a funny quote. Still, if you want to find something else that stands out while being a useful gift, choose a dinnerware set and help your host elevate their hosting game.

 

2.For Serious Interior Designers

This one could be tricky. These types of homeowners organize their bookshelf by color, love going to the galleries to curate art for their homes and daily worry over things like “accent texture” and “negative space”. Basically, they’ve been planning this home’s aesthetic before the lease was even signed.

 

So, it would be perfect to give them something chic, minimal, and statement-making. A sculptural candle, a designer coffee table book, or a unique decor piece that would elevate their space instantly can be the game-changers here. Designer planters and ceramic vases can also make an amazing present. Remember to go for something distinct and thought-provoking that can make a perfect centerpiece of their new home.

 

3.For the Foodies

Contrary to popular belief, just buying an ordinary chocolate box won’t cut it if your hosts are into exercising their taste buds. Chances are they might have enjoyed the same box multiple times.

 

In this case, go for something more refined. A luxury tea box, gourmet snack hamper, artisanal cheese, authentic caviar box, and the like might interest them. And what’s even better is that you can cook something yourself and give it as a gift. Believe us, they will never fail to return this act of kindness.

 

4.For the Constant Globetrotters

The trick to impressing these kinds of homeowners is to choose minimalistic presents over materialistic ones. So, presents that are light or packable, useful as well as stylish will make the mark. Choose from a sleek luggage tag set, travelogue book, or a beautifully bounded journal that they can use and easily fly around with.

 

However, if you want to keep it personal, throw in a cozy or handmade piece of clothing like mittens, hats, socks, etc. that can remain trusted partners throughout their journeys.

 

5.For Spiritualists

You can usually spot these homeowners right away: their home smells faintly of sandalwood (or maybe patchouli, depending on the moon phase). They greet you with a serene smile and possibly a smudge stick. They care more about energy flow than furniture layout, and Vastu compliance definitely takes priority over hanging art.

 

So if you want to create an impact on these homeowners, you have to give them something that aligns with their lifestyle.

 

A brass incense holder, a Zen indoor fountain, or a beautiful singing bowl that adds both sound and soul to their space. You could even go with God statues like the Goddess Durga Idol, Hanuman murti, Buddha statue, and more.

 

Conclusion

No matter the homeowner, you can’t go wrong with something that feels thoughtful, slightly indulgent, and totally them. Throw in a handwritten note, and you’ve just become their favorite guest.

 

So now that you are equipped with the knowledge of choosing the right gift every time, choose your pick and gift away. But remember, it’s not always the price tag that matters, it’s the story it tells.