When you're in a new relationship, purchasing gifts is one of the most difficult tasks. This is especially true for milestones like your first Christmas together. Obviously, you care for her and want to get her something she'll appreciate, but you don't want to go overboard and come off too strong. Not to mention, going too big too soon sets a standard that she'll anticipate from here on out. So, how do you find a gift that she loves without overdoing it? Here are a few first Christmas gift ideas to consider. 

A Watch

Instead of going for the gusto with a necklace or ring a watch is a great gift idea for your girlfriend. Watches are always in style and help to add personality to any outfit. Try to find a watch that matches her tastes. You might select a watch that has her favorite color, cartoon character, or sports team on it. You can also purchase a sleek yet casual watch that can be worn in the office or out for date night. 

Pajamas and Slippers

You can never go wrong with purchasing a gift that provides your girlfriend with comfort. Every girl can appreciate a comfortable pajama set and some fuzzy slippers to match. There are lots of pajama styles these days. To get it right, you'll need to pay attention to the types of sleepwear she wears most often and try to purchase something similar. Then, find a pair of slippers to match the pajamas. 


Comfy Underwear

If you guys have been together for 6 months to a year, then you can get a bit more intimate and purchase your girlfriend some trendy underwear. You don't have to go over the top with sexy lace bras and panties either. You can keep it cute yet simple with a bralette and a pair of boy shorts. They come in really nice colors and patterns for you to choose something she'll really love. 

Stylish Shoes

If there's one thing a girl can never have too many of its shoes. If you want your first Christmas with your girlfriend to be one she'll enjoy, step outside the box and purchase her a pair of shoes. Maybe there are some shoes she's been eyeing when you go shopping. If not, you can gain inspiration by taking a peek in her closet to see what styles and colors she likes. Another option is to ask her best friends or the sales clerk to help you pick something out they believe she'll love. 

Makeup Tools

If your girlfriend wears makeup, you can help her keep a beat face by purchasing some essential makeup tools. You may not be skilled enough to pick out eyeshadow, foundation, or concealer, but you can certainly purchase makeup brushes, sponges, and facial wipes. They have some really high-quality brushes and beauty gift sets that come in various colors, shapes, and styles to give your girlfriend a variety when she's putting on her makeup each day. 

Something From the Heart

Do you have any talents or skills that could be used to create the perfect first Christmas gift for your girlfriend? If you're a DJ, for example, you can cut her a mix of songs that make you think of her and give them to her on a playlist. If you're a singer, write a song and perform it for her on Christmas. Do you consider yourself to be a pretty good chef? Prepare her a nice Christmas breakfast or dinner to show your appreciation? Women love when guys go out of their way to gift them something from the heart. It often means more than all the diamond jewelry in the world. 

Gift Cards

If you guys are really new in the relationship and you just want to make sure you give her some token of appreciation, you could always get her a few gift cards. Find out what things she likes and look for a gift card. You could get her a gift card to her favorite restaurant, salon, tech store, or coffee shop. 

The pressure is certainly on when it comes to purchasing gifts for your girlfriend - especially when it's your first Christmas together. As you can see from the examples provided above, you don't have to go bankrupt to try and impress her. It's often the effort and meaning behind the gift that makes her fall in love.