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Guys, listen up! You have a special lady to buy a unique gift for and you can't decide what to get. The time quickly ticks away and before you know it the special day is upon you and the pressure is mounting. Most men have at one time resorted to a last minute visit to the local department store to pick up something that smelled like a brand-name perfume. Maybe it's time you know what your lady really wants.

You don't always need to focus on flashy and expensive gifts. Find her a gift she can use every day. Don't go rushing to Wal-Mart to pick her up some practical cheap gift like deodorant, soap, and ear swabs. Just take a few moments and really think about the special lady in your life. It won't take long for you to start getting some ideas.

What does she like to do for fun? Perhaps a new pair of headphones to use at the gym or an MP3 player would be the best gift for your lady.

Many women enjoy sports too. What is her favorite sport? A pair of roller blades or a tennis racket might fit the bill.

Is she a corporate woman? Possibly, she could use a new leather briefcase, a mahogany desk set, or a fun new computer gizmo gadget to add to her mounting collection. Truly, keeping her comfortable during her hard day at work is a sure way to keep her happy.

Is she into the latest fashions? In colder climates, consider a long warm scarf or a pair of leather gloves. Regardless of where you live, a watch is always an excellent present.

Is she into cars? As all practical women do, she'll love a gift certificate to get her ride detailed. Certainly, an In-Dash DVD player, a digital compass, or a new set of speakers would put the petal to the metal.

Sometimes, women aren't practical in the least. But, it can still be easy to put a smile on their face. If you're shopping for a romantic woman you will want to look carefully at culture and the arts. Pay attention to gifts relating to travel, leisure and the outdoors when shopping for the adventurous type.

Does your romantic woman enjoy playing guitar, reading or music? If so, you could get her something she wasn't expecting like that new musical instrument she's been interested in learning, an audio book she can listen to at the gym, or great seats to a concert she's been dying to see. The 2nd concert ticket would be for her to take one of her friends.

Is your adventurer in need of a new wetsuit, new binoculars, digital or film camera with all the extras, backpack, footwear, or plane tickets to a her favorite destination? Maybe a GPS system, a pedometer to aid in her fitness quest, a citywide treasure hunt is always fun, or how about you just take her on the weekend adventure of her choice? Remember, sometimes the most loved gifts for women are the ones that she can't hold in her hands.

Yes, women have the prerogative to change their minds but those that love chocolate, always love chocolate. Practical women want practical things. Romantic women will always dream for whatever looks and feels good. The adventurer in your life will always be looking for a way to push the limit. Think about what made her happy in the past and you'll find a gift idea for this year too. She'll know she's loved when you match the gift to the personality -- and that will tell her how you really feel.