by Jennifer Claerr

Created on: February 03, 2009   Last Updated: December 23, 2010

It can be frustrating to buy a Christmas gift for the woman who has everything. However, it's not impossible to please her, even if you're low on cash. The truth is that there are many simple and inexpensive gifts that even wealthy women love. The things that women buy for themselves can give you a few tips. Also, think about the kinds of things women tend to crave. Assembling a few related items in a gift basket helps to make your inexpensive Christmas gift more pleasant and personal.

Chocolate

There are very few women who can say no to chocolate. You can easily put together an inexpensive Christmas gift basket full of chocolate goodies. Get a cheap wicker basket from the dollar store or craft store. Gather together some of the best quality European chocolates along with some hot chocolate mixes, chocolate covered cookies, raisins and nuts. Tie on a bow in Christmas colors to make the gift basket complete.

Wine

If your gift recipient is a wine lover, there are many things you can get her for Christmas. Buy a single bottle of wine priced at $25 or less. For best results, check a website such as the WineJudging.com for recent wine competition winners. If you like, you could create a wine gift basket by adding some specialty cheeses, cookies, crackers and a wine bottle opener.

Pampering

Women love the spa experience. You could get her a gift certificate for an hour-long massage. Or you could buy her a bathrobe, slippers and bubble bath at your local discount store. Bath salts are another Christmas gift that many women love. To make a spa gift basket, simply put some scented soaps, bath beads, scented candles, body lotion and a loofah into a basket. For best results, make sure that all the gift items are on a similar or complementary fragrance.

Shoes

If the woman on your list can't resist a shoe sale, you'll know just what to get her. With today's low prices, you may be able to get her several pairs of shoes for under $25. However, she may prefer one really good pair of shoes. Check with your recipient to see what she really wants. As with other fashion Christmas gifts, make certain you know her size before you buy. Watch her carefully to see what colors and styles of shoes she typically wears. When in doubt, ask in advance whether she'd like shoes for her Christmas gift and whether there's something in particular that she's had her eye on.

Following these tips will help you to buy Christmas gifts for any woman regardless of her financial standing.

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