When shopping for Women

I know the holidays are over, but I wanted to take a moment to give a few hints to those who will be shopping next year for their wives/girlfriends. These hints are not only for the holidays but for birthdays, anniversaries, and special days. When shopping for clothes, shoes, handbags, jewelry, or perfume ... take a moment to go through your significant other's closet. Note the colors she likes to wear. Check out the styles. Are there particular brands she enjoys? Does she have a lot of flower prints? Strips? Polka dots? Is she more casual with denim pants and tee-shirts or dressier with slacks and dresses? Is she a purse collector? If so, take a picture of her purses. This will give the salesperson an idea of what "type" of handbag she likes. Also, the style. There are many. Does she carry a wallet? Does she have a particular brand she is fond of? What size handbag does she prefer? A clutch size, or a large one with everything in it. Go through her jewelry and help h...