There is no doubt that gift baskets make the most meaningful and unique gifts.
How to create a unique gift basket that will be well received
When looking to create or buy a gift basket for your friend, loved one or clients, make sure to give it a bit of prior thought and include a card with a personalised message.
The following should be considered when trying to choose or make up the best gift basket tailored to suit a particular individual or occasion:
- Your budget – knowing how much you are able to spend is an important place to start. A basic gift hamper can be a cost effective way of showing someone that you care, or are thinking of them, or splash out and spoil someone extra special with a gourmet or luxury gift basket.
- The recipient’s age and gender – gift baskets for men will be themed differently to more feminine hampers preferred by women. The same goes for a baby vs. teenage recipient, and personal friend vs corporate recipient.
- Favorite colour of the recipient – if the recipient has a favorite colour, it could be a nice touch to use this as the main colour in your gift basket of gift hamper.
- Theme – making sure that you take into account your family or friend’s interests, likes and dislikes is very important when hunting for gift baskets. It would not be ideal to purchase a snack hamper for someone who is allergic to nuts!
- Occasion – if the gift basket is intended for a corporate gift then make sure the hamper does not include romantic items or inappropriate items for a business or corporate gift.
If you are looking for inspiration for the best gift baskets for that special occasion, you have come to the right place. Popular gift hampers include:
- Flowers – the most popular gift delivery option in South Africa, usually includes a variety of flowers and a vase. Ribbons and foil balloons are often included depending on the occasion.
- Fruit baskets – these often incorporate a variety of dried fruit and nuts, or fresh seasonal fruit such as pineapple, apples, peaches and even grapes.
- Gourmet food baskets – these are great for all types of occasions and usually include delicious mixes of cheeses, crackers, biltong, chocolates and even desserts.
- Birthday gift baskets – these can be created for any age and often include balloons, ribbons and small items such as mugs, teddy bears and so on.
- Wine gift baskets – these include an assortment of award winning South African wines and often incorporate a wine glass, cheese and sometimes even chocolate.
- Baby gift baskets – the perfect baby shower gift, these often include baby toys, clothes, soaps, nappies and much more.
- Kosher gift baskets – these are specially made to include unique gifts such as kosher cook books, and kosher food, cookies, fruit and other snacks.
- Get well gift baskets – these are usually made up per individual depending on the illness suffered. They often include items which can be useful in hospital or promote healing such as books, fruit, healthy snacks and brightly coloured flowers.
- Organic gift baskets – these baskets include items such as organic chocolates, spices and coffee. Natural body care products and candles are also often included.
- Luxury gift baskets – these gift baskets usually include top collections of wines, chocolates, gourmet treats, bath and massage products and sometimes additional items such as facial masks and more.