Have you ever given handkerchiefs as a gift...

[Luisa39]

...to someone who had never routinely used them before?  A (female) friend of mine, who lives across the country from me, has been crying and depressed over various things lately, so I was thinking of buying her some pretty yet practical handkerchiefs, plus some eau de toilette, as a "thinking of you" present.  She's not currently a user of handkerchiefs (but has nothing against them), and I'm hoping that perhaps the gift will not only comfort her but also make her a convert.=D  Has anyone here ever done something like this before, and how did it turn out for you?

 

[midnight in paris]

I've given them as gifts to women users and non-users and the latter are always maybe/maybe not.Some became regular or frequent users,others not.It depends.They may like the idea,but not like your choices.The women l know that use them all prefer large and practical to small and dainty. Many women prefer mens' handkerchieves for their size. I routinely use handkerchieves of both genders and my ladies' collection are all large--nothing smaller than 16 x 16",some as large as 20 x 20". Most are floral,some have lace or crocheted hems. Womens' handkerchieves are very variable.Some are really awful. Try Han Flower/Japan for really good ones (just google it) and hundreds will pop up.Over half my ladies' handkerchieves are from there. A great selection at any rate. Most women who try them for a couple weeks tend not to go back to tissues,but it's a guess for each individual.So nice that you use them.What are your preferences?  PM me if you may get long-winded.

[Luisa39]

Hi, Midnight, and thanks for the advice.  I do use handkerchiefs sometimes, and I prefer "feminine yet practical," which for me means plain white and not paper-thin, with lace or embroidery on the edge only.  That's the kind I'd be looking to give as gifts.  

[midnight in paris]

None of my ladies' handkerchieves are paper-thin,or even very thin at all. I have none in the style you describe. The last six l gifted someone with were all large florals,very well-executed,some with rolled hems,and most with darker backgrounds,like red and burgundy roses on black with a gently scalloped border. Just a classic womens' blowing handkerchief. White is okay for some,but not all.

[Luisa39]

1 hour ago, midnight in paris said:

None of my ladies' handkerchieves are paper-thin,or even very thin at all. I have none in the style you describe. The last six l gifted someone with were all large florals,very well-executed,some with rolled hems,and most with darker backgrounds,like red and burgundy roses on black with a gently scalloped border. Just a classic womens' blowing handkerchief. White is okay for some,but not all.

I just bought some in exactly the style you describe here.  When they come, I'll send them along to my friend, and...take it from there.  Thanks!

[midnight in paris]

Awesome! Did they come from the site l suggested? Their service is excellent too,and they're quick. Hope she uses them all the time. Keep me posted? Sorry l can't see the ones you picked out.

[Luisa39]

1 hour ago, midnight in paris said:

Awesome! Did they come from the site l suggested? Their service is excellent too,and they're quick. Hope she uses them all the time. Keep me posted? Sorry l can't see the ones you picked out.

Yes, indeed they did!  Thank you again!

 

 

[midnight in paris]

You're more than welcome.Good luck.Thoughtful gift.***melt***

[Hankyrick]

I've never given handkerchiefs as gifts.

[Hankysneeze]

I have purchased hankies for a gift for my gf, it's a super thoughtful and personal gift 

[Hankyrick]

20 hours ago, Hankysneeze said:

I have purchased hankies for a gift for my gf, it's a super thoughtful and personal gift 

Has she used them and if so does she still use them?

[Hankysneeze]

8 hours ago, Hankyrick said:

Has she used them and if so does she still use them?

Yes she has used them, everyday.

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I don’t think I’d ever gift handkerchiefs to someone I knew didn’t use them, to be honest.

hope your friend likes them!

[Luisa39]

13 hours ago, psychlone said:

I don’t think I’d ever gift handkerchiefs to someone I knew didn’t use them, to be honest.

hope your friend likes them!

She did, actually; I got a very appreciative "thank you" e-mail from her the other day.  I admit it was a bit of a risk, gifting handkerchiefs to her.  But then, she's known for a long time of my own preference for them, and she does like to read about fictional characters using them.