Gift Giving Guideline: Boyfriend's Sister-in-Law ?

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My boyfriend's sister-in-law (his brother's wife) and I have been good friends for about 2 years, but we've become closer over the past year (they moved closer). This year, she wants to get me a gift. Of course, I want to give her something also.

But, I don't know how much to spend. More than likely, the gift she's getting me is something she'll be getting for free and/ or highly discounted through her job. That's not a problem. But, I don't want to spend a ton of money, when someone just got me something conveniently cheap. I know it sounds horrible. I'm not trying to sound stingy. I hope you get what I'm saying.

So, how much should I spend on her? What fair in a situation like this?
 
How about a Bath Box? Assorted powders lotion, exfoiliating gloves, pedicure set etc. Something like this can be any amount you are comfortable with and she would probably really appreciate the thought. All women like relaxation gifts.
 
How about a Bath Box? Assorted powders lotion, exfoiliating gloves, pedicure set etc. Something like this can be any amount you are comfortable with and she would probably really appreciate the thought. All women like relaxation gifts.
 
One doesn't want to seem a skinflint, but one cannot really overspend either for fear of committing the faux pas of overdoing it, not to mention the strain on the budget. The purpose of gift giving is to make people happy and show them how much they are appreciated by the giver. It is a signal of the generosity of spirit and kind regard one feels toward the recipient.
You state you and your boyfriend's sister-in-law have become closer over the past year. I suggest that instead of focusing expressly on the 'fairness' of the exchange you might consider focusing on giving her a gift that expresses your regard. Put yourself in the shoes of the beneficiary of your largess and try to choose something you believe she would like to receive without going overboard or being underwhelming. Stay within your budget constraints as you do so. A thoughtful gift to a true friend is much more appreciated than its monetary value or perceived "fairness".
 
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