21st birthday present? Advice? (female)?

Question

It's my friend's 21st on Wed, so I have to get the rest of her present today.

So far, I have bought her a bathrobe, cocktail set and wine glass charms. It doesn't look very much, as the cocktail set is more of an added extra, but so far, it has cost around £25-£30. I want to get her something else too, and I know a perfume that she wants, but that's another £25. I don't usually spent that much on b/day presents etc, is that a bit much, or am I being stingy? It is her 21st right enough. Should I just get her the perfume I know she wants, or pick another one? My other concern is that someone else might buy her the same perfume, as she has been wanting it for a while.

Answer 1

How about a silver mini hip flask and compact mirror set?

We got one for our next door neighbour!

Answer 2

your presents sound perfect, why dont you spend a couple of pounds wrapping them up really nicely and get a really nice card. thats plenty

Answer 3

your pressies sound lovely, i think what i would do if i was you, is buy her a gift card for maybe £10 or £15 for the shop where she can get this perfume, that way you dont need to worry incase someone else has bought it, and if no one did, she can just use your voucher towards paying for it, and that way you feel you've got her a wee bit more with out spending to much.

Answer 4

Book her an anne summers party the day after- hangover + "toys" = great facebook content lol :P  

Answer 5

You know what I really do think it's the thought that counts. I've been in similar situations for friends birthdays. At the end of the day you cannot let yourself go broke over a birthday or any celebration. You've already done what you can and that's the important factor 'you've done what you could'!

The fact that you'll be spending the night with her on a night out too is more than enough.

If your efforts are not appreciated then she obviously isn't a friend. But i'm sure she will be please and greatful.