Gift-giving is
probably one of the most universal acts of generosity and friendship shared all
over the world. However, different cultures also share different and sometimes,
very specific gift giving customs and traditions. Australians, for instance are
fond of personalised gifts. Australia isn’t necessarily known for spontaneous
gift-giving, like other cultures, but special occasions do create open
opportunities to break out special gifts.
For Australians, the
thought behind a gift is a lot more valuable than its price tag, which is
exactly why Australians love to give and receive personalised gifts. Australia natives’ golden rule when
it comes to gift giving, much like the rest of the world, is “it’s the thought
that counts!”
Gift giving is
customary during common holidays. Some of the most popular days for which to
send seasonal gifts include New Year’s Day, Christmas, Saint Joseph’s Day,
Easter, All Saint’s Day, and during birthdays and weddings. Typically, anytime
when people get together to celebrate around a big feast is a good time to send
the type of seasonal gifts that can be shared with the rest of the party, like
gourmet baskets packed with all kinds of delicacies or perhaps a fruit basket
or a hamper filled with all kinds of treats and goodies.
Chocolates are quite
the universal romantic gift, especially during Valentine’s Day, although a
chocolate basket is also very commonly given during birthdays, Mother’s Day,
and on Christmas Day. Wine gifts and flowers are also widely accepted for any
occasion, most especially for weddings and other celebratory moments like
graduations and job promotions. When it comes to corporate gift giving,
Australians typically prefer personalised presents that promote gratitude and
goodwill as well as those that celebrate people’s accomplishments or signify
the desire to continue good relations with business colleagues and clients.
