I've never been too particular about what an S.O gives me. As long as they put some thought into it, i usually get all sentimental about it.

edit: i remember i was dating this girl for a month or so, it was my birthday and she bought me a cake the shape of a cheeseburger because i told her before i like to eat burgers. i was beaming for days afterwards.. lol

 

It really depends on the person. I think a romantic evening would be a winner, though.

If you cook, nothing beats a beautiful home cooked meal under candlelight with some soothing music at low volume followed up by a romantic & artsy film while snuggling on the couch.

If not, then perhaps a romantic dinner somewhere fancy followed by a romantic & artsy film in a theater, or walking on the beach (if you have the option).

 

My girlfriend got me some shirts with logos from one of my favorite games. I really liked that.

I think it really just depends on the person. As an INFP, we'll tend to like anything that shows you were thinking about us, but if you want extra points, go for something symbolic.

 

Also agree with Cheeseburger cake guy and artsy-movie with romantic night guy. The thing is, if you you show us that you know us in our gifts it'll mean even more. That said, it'll still mean something. We can get all sentimental and keep things or appreciate things, but if you get an INFP something that shows that you pay attention to what they like, they'll really appreciate it. Maybe an import album of a band that he's into, or a movie he likes, or video game/PC Game he's been talking about wanting to play, or a T-shirt with something he likes on it... or something sentimental. We're relatively easy to please if we feel cared about and loved. Plus being the girlfriend you get extra bonus points that a parent or someone like that might not get if you're a little off. He'll just love to see that you care. ^_^

 

The ideal way is really, something, or some idea from yourself to him means so much more. Something from your heart, goes to his heart. The more you know him, the more you will know what to get.

I wouldn't mind if the earlier presents from a relationship is not something deep and soulful. Just something that means something to both of you is good.

 

Nothing beats an awesome mix tape and a cross country road trip to enjoy it on, but I guess those days are gone. I don't go for the touchy feely stuff as much as a nice evening of surprises and a bit of adventure, it kind of reemphasizes that she is still my "partner in crime" and we are the duo who can take on the world. But knowing she planned it and put some thought into it goes a long way.

 

True story about the mix tape...
I feel like that is one is timeless.

 

think christmas with david sedaris and his partner hughes - electronics, ironic vinyl he had been searching for for months, something vintage from the flee markets/auctions that has his name written all over it, packs of fresh coffee shipped from his favorite country, t-shirts or old posters from your favorite cult film. most INFPs I know really like "stuff" and are probably have some hard to find things in mind that they really really want already. things that have ironic/humor value are always nice. Agreed great date > great gift but I can't speak for everyone.

 

Yep, when you can reach out and touch our deeper weirdo and give something that represents it, celebrates it and accepts it, yeah, we roll over like a puppy dog, lol. Word of warning, we can sometimes be a hard target to hit, and a misinterpretation of our eccentric taste could do more damage than good. It's not that you got it wrong, but you perceived us wrong, which might cause us to slide into a weird funk of self doubt. I am not sure that makes sense but maybe others get what I mean.

 

Espresso maker. Always a nice conversation starter.

 

Would you find a mixed CD to be a bit cliche?

 

Good question. I hope others respond as well, because it would be nice for her to get a variety of opinions. (We INFPs can sometimes be more radically different from each other than other types, because we have this strong sense of individuality that makes us differentiate even from each other when we meet, though ISFPs may do this too, as we're both primary Fi users.)

INFPs aren't big fans of cliche... yet it all depends. If it has music on it that expresses how you feel about him, or songs that mean something to both of you, than it could mean a lot to him. One idea: You could alternate songs where one explains how you see him/feel about him/or is a song that reminds you of him AND THEN have the next song be a song that expresses something about you, about how you feel or see life. As long as you explain that, with maybe a alternating track list thing (possibly even a short description of how each song reminds you of him and/or expresses you - depending on the song) and are willing to talk with him and explain further if he has any questions about any of them, then I think he'd absolutely love it. INFPs love being let in, and INFJs tend to be gatekeepers. Letting us in to who you are and learning more about you as well as letting us know how much you care about us... well I think a lot of INFP guys I know would find that amazingly romantic. Just a thought. Gotta go eat Chicken Parmesan. Yum.

 

Chocomize - Custom Chocolate

 

I like really cool t-shirts!

Handmade art projects are always appreciated, too.

 

I agree with people who say that it's nice to receive gifts revolving around things that we are interested in. For me, if someone gave me a shirt with my favorite band on it, or a CD that I really wanted, or some kind of art that has something on it that I like (cats, for example), it shows that you pay attention to what I like. Plus, I will enjoy the gift more if it is something I would actually have wanted to buy for myself. I'm a big fan of people looking at my amazon wishlist to buy me presents. It's mostly CD's but I will never balk at the gift of a CD that I actually said I wanted.

Plus, handmade stuff is always nice, but sometime it makes me feel guilty that someone would take so much time to make me something. I feel like I don't deserve it!

 

INFPs tend to be very sentimental. I am an ENFP dating an INFP and we both find that a gift that has had time put into it really works. Make something for him.. It would mean more than something store-bought. Make something and put a lot of thought into it..

INFP = Sentimental

 

As of recent, I gave an a male INFP friend a art postcard from Korea. The art piece was entitled 'utopia' - loosely meaning, your idea of a perfect world. He has had a terrible last few months relationship wise and otherwise. I thought that this art postcard was pretty meaningful. I wrote, "Happy Birthday to you. May you imagine a wonderful utopia that is all yours". Also, depending on the perspective you looked at the postcard you could invariably 'view' it in a different way as in varying (this is a concept I pointed out to him). Difficult to tell from his reactions, but it seemed as though he really liked it. He said, "thank you" and sort of looked the postcard longer than usual.

 

give him a pop up book. i think any infp would enjoy that. if you dont like that idea how about those russian dolls, the ones that are five in one. third and last idea is a two seater bicycle or even better a penny farthing bicycle.

 

some ideas:

- something that he can carry around everywhere or use at home as a reminder of you (but not easily lose) - even better if homemade
- something that uniquely symbolizes your relationship
- an unforgettable, pleasant experience/day
- ooo, I endorse the mix tape/CD idea, but if someone's doing it for me, it better be the kind of music I like or I'll get critical

 

Honestly?

Well, people give me money for special occasions, and I thank them...

But I know that I really like things that have sentimental value. Things that -mean- something.
As someone else said, if the gift shows an INFP that you know them, then they will love it.

For example -
I used to really want a roller-style container(this helix type device that rolls out to reveal many compartments) when I was about 10. It was for my legos... Anyways, fast forward 10 years, and my mother gives it to me for my birthday as a joke gift. We both know why she got me it. It was hilarious, and extremely thoughtful. The money I was given that day has since been spent, but the gift I received I still keep on my dresser to remember.

 

i would like something cool like a dreamcatcher!

 

I don't know if anyone said this, but, an Amazon.com gift certificate. My wish list on Amazon.com is very long!

 

it mostly depends on the person. as an INFP, i would give him something that reflects an old joke etc., something really special and unique to you two. also wooden boxes, jars, or notebooks i love, because you can always add to them.

 

A film he might like on DVD? But not just that. Make him something! Buy a super cute photoframe. Go ironically cheesy if he has that humour. Like Urban Outfitter's gift section. Best bet is to go with a collection of little, very cute, quite quirky and rare things. Heee, I love gifts. Have fun!

 

lol a hug ..... jk um personally I find a gift means allot to me when the person gets me something that says they pay attention to who i am rather it be a stupid joke of a gift that i would totally find hilarious down to just arts and craft hand made item roud: as long as their heart was put into the gift and i can see it was it makes me happy

 

I have an INFP girlfriend and agree with the above post. They don't seem to like gifts like flowers or jewelry but would love something that contains something of you for them. Like a poem, a song, ir something that reminds them that happened during your relationship and the gift only makes sense if you gave it to them and nobody else would understand. Or like a 30 minute all-you-cuddle pass to be used at their hearts desire.

 

Think about things he told you he likes, and get a gift related to one of those. He'll love that you remember what his interests are.

Homemade things are always nice, too. Maybe write him a letter, or a poem, or draw him something if you're any good at art.

 

INFPs, would you want something meaningful, practical, or just an enjoyable ordinary object, like a game or candy?

Orrr is it totally dependable on the person themselves, with no relation whatsoever to personality type?

Me:
* Something practical. Nothing random that clutters my house.
* Stay over and let's watch movies and have sex. Nothing more complicated than that.

My INFP ex-bf liked:
* Videogames, but not random ones, the ones specific from his wishlist (he is also against random clutter).
* Tabletop roleplaying books (from wishlist, not random).
* Clothes (his Si-Fi would get obsessed with whatever item I bought him and he would wear them non-stop. When I asked "will you ever take them off? you need to shower and change at some point" He'd reply "I can't take this off! How dare you! You got them for me!" Super emotionally attached. But they weren't random clothes, they were things he mentioned he needed, so I bought them, not clutter)
* Quality Time: staying over, watching tv, sex, cooking together, playing videogames together, etc etc

As you can imagine, the practical stuff involves paying attention to what he mentions casually (or not so casually) that he wants.

I always make the cake from scratch, for both me and for the SO, cause I'm the official baker in every relationship, so. I don't buy stuff, I make it myself and that's meaningful enough. No presents. Just homemade cake & quality time and we're good to go.

The "enjoyable ordinary object" you mention is yourself the lovely human. I am not kidding or trying to be nice. This is the absolute truth.