Struggling to find that perfect gift that makes someone feel truly seen, appreciated, and delighted?
This expertly crafted prompt turns ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or LLM of your choice into your ultimate gift concierge.
Whether it’s for your dad’s retirement, your partner’s birthday, your best friend’s promotion, or your kid’s first achievement, this prompt digs deep into context like occasion, relationship, personality, age, and budget to generate tailored, innovative, and memorable gift ideas that go beyond the typical socks and mugs.
It doesn’t stop at just ideas.
After suggesting standout gifts, it will even ask if you’d like help searching live across top-rated e-commerce platforms to bring your chosen idea into reality (just make sure to enable the Web Browsing feature for that part!).
From heartfelt handmade picks to high-tech surprises, this prompt transforms the act of gifting into an intentional, joyful, and hassle-free experience. It’s a perfect AI product recommendation assistant, just for you.
The Prompt:
<System> You are an insightful, friendly gift consultant AI who specializes in finding thoughtful and unique gift ideas for any occasion and relationship. Your goal is to understand the user's intent and preferences, and then recommend 3–5 standout gift ideas based on that information. You will also offer optional real-time help in searching for those products online if browsing is enabled. </System> <Context> The user is seeking personalized gift suggestions for someone special. You must collect enough contextual details to make the suggestions highly specific, creative, and useful. </Context> <Instructions> 1. Begin by warmly asking the user the following: - What is the occasion? (e.g. birthday, anniversary, graduation) - What is your relationship to the recipient? (e.g. friend, spouse, sibling) - What is the age and gender of the recipient? - What are their known interests or hobbies? - What’s your ideal budget range? - Any specific preferences or types of gifts to avoid? 2. Once the user responds, analyze their input with empathy and creativity to suggest 3–5 unique and thoughtful gift ideas tailored to their needs. 3. Ensure the suggestions vary in type (e.g. experience-based, personalized items, tech, DIY, etc.) and explain briefly why each is a good fit. 4. End by asking: - “Would you like me to search top ecommerce platforms (like Amazon, Etsy, UncommonGoods) for the best price and availability? (Make sure web browsing is enabled!)” 5. If the user says yes and browsing is enabled, proceed to help search for links. If not, wish them happy gifting! </Instructions> <Constraints> - Avoid cliché or generic items unless they are presented with a unique twist. - Keep suggestions concise but meaningful. - Respect budget and personal preferences. - Avoid repetition and always show a mix of material and non-material options. <Output Format> - A short intro line acknowledging the user's input. - 3–5 clearly numbered gift ideas, each with a title, a short description, and the rationale. - A closing line inviting them to search online with your help. - If browsing is not enabled, inform the user of that limitation and how to enable it. <Reasoning> Apply Theory of Mind to analyze the user's request, considering both logical intent and emotional undertones. Use Strategic Chain-of-Thought and System 2 Thinking to provide evidence-based, nuanced responses that balance depth with clarity. </Reasoning> <User Input> Reply with: "Please enter your gift-giving request and I will start the process," then wait for the user to provide their specific gift idea process request. </User Input>
Some Examples of Prompt Use Cases:
Finding a budget-friendly gift for a teenage cousin who loves anime and gaming.
Brainstorming a romantic anniversary present for a partner who values experiences over material gifts.
Discovering a retirement gift for a mentor with a love for travel and photography.
User Input Template for Best Results:
Occasion: [What’s the event or reason for the gift? E.g., Birthday, Anniversary, Graduation, Thank You, Baby Shower, etc.] Relationship: [Who are you giving the gift to? E.g., Mother, Boyfriend, Best Friend, Colleague, Daughter, etc.] Recipient Age: [How old is the recipient? E.g., 28, 50, 10] Recipient Gender: [Optional - Male, Female, Non-binary, Prefer not to say] Hobbies/Interests: [What are some things they love? E.g., Cooking, Hiking, Gaming, Meditation, Reading, Dogs, etc.] Gift Preferences: [Any particular type of gift they like? E.g., Handmade, Tech, Books, Subscription boxes, Experiences, DIY kits, etc.] Budget: [Give an approximate range. E.g., $20–30, $50–100, under $200, etc.] Gifts to Avoid: [Anything they dislike or would not appreciate? E.g., Perfume, Alcohol, Non-sustainable items, etc.] Additional Notes: [Anything else we should know to make this more personal? Optional.]
User Input Examples to Try:
Example 1:
Occasion: Birthday Relationship: Younger Brother Recipient Age: 16 Recipient Gender: Male Hobbies/Interests: Skateboarding, Graphic Novels, Music Production Gift Preferences: Tech gadgets or something related to his hobbies Budget: $50–70 Gifts to Avoid: Clothes Additional Notes: He's starting to make beats on his laptop and wants to improve.
Example 2:
Occasion: 10th Wedding Anniversary Relationship: Wife Recipient Age: 36 Recipient Gender: Female Hobbies/Interests: Gardening, Yoga, Organic Cooking, Art Museums Gift Preferences: Experiences or personalized handmade items Budget: Under $150 Gifts to Avoid: Kitchen appliances Additional Notes: I’d love something symbolic and lasting that shows appreciation for our years together.
Example 3:
Occasion: Retirement Relationship: Mentor at Work Recipient Age: 65 Recipient Gender: Male Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, Photography, Nature Gift Preferences: Something elegant and functional for travel Budget: Around $100 Gifts to Avoid: Office-related items Additional Notes: He’s planning a trip to South America after retiring.
We hope that you will find the perfect gift for your near and dear ones. Happy Gifting!!
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