Gifts -- What They Mean to Russians

When you visit people, giving presents is an oldDon't throw a lot of money around or buy her
Russian tradition. When you are invited to dinner bringexpensive gifts. If she didn't ask for it, it will make
flowers or a bottle of wine. Arriving empty handed isher feel uncomfortable and if she does ask for it, she
considered bad taste.isn't the right girl.
You should have small gifts for all family membersThat is not to say that you should not buy her
you are visiting, especially children. I brought little handanything. Just don't try to buy her love.
held electronic games for the children of the womenI mentioned it before, but in my way of thinking, the
I visited.ideal gift for a woman that you are serious about is
American cigarettes and whiskey are excellentan English/Russian electronic translator .
choices for men who smoke or drink. QualityI will give you another hint: men tend to think more
perfume from the duty free shops is an excellentabout the quality of a gift; women tend to be more
choice for the women.quantity oriented. You would much rather have a
For your intended, flowers are number one -sports car than a bottle of cologne. She, however,
especially red roses. Don't forget to get an oddgives more weight to ten gifts spread over time
number of flowers in the bouquet.than one large gift.
Secondly, gold jewelry with diamonds, such as aBe generous. You don't want the woman in your life
necklace or bracelet is a good choice. They don'tto think you are cheap or greedy.
have to be expensive for her to appreciate them.