Birthday gift questionnaire
Birthday gifts go wrong when the giver is working from an old mental model — the wine they liked in college, the hobby they dropped, the size from three years ago. A short questionnaire refreshes the picture without making the recipient plan their own party gift.
When to send it
Two to three weeks before the date is ideal. Day-of asks feel like you forgot; month-early asks get lost. A single link or printed half-page is enough.
Questions to copy and paste
- Any allergies, dietary limits, or scents to avoid?
- Clothing or shoe size (if wearables are in play)?
- What are you into right now — hobbies, shows, collections?
- What do you reach for every week but never replace?
- Favorite snacks, drinks, or coffee order at the moment?
- Anything you do not want more of (clutter, candles, mugs)?
- Experience or item — which would you enjoy more this year?
- Two gift ideas under $___ that you would actually use?
- Anything you admire but would not buy for yourself?
- Best way to reach you if the giver has a quick follow-up?
Printable template or digital send
The 12-question gift questionnaire template covers the same ground in a polished layout. With imparted, you send one link; they answer on their phone; you receive a shortlist shaped to their replies and your budget — no account required on their end.