What to buy for the party queen turning 18

I know it is hard to believe, but that little girl with the bubbly curls that used to push her dolls to the park, who cried on her first day at school, and who had an imaginary friend that did all the naughty things that actually she wished she could do, is now turning 18. She went through that touchy, know it all phase where she could not be told anything without giving the standard 'Whatever' reply, but she came through it and blossomed into a beautiful and confident young woman, with the world at her feet. Whether she plans to celebrate her 18th birthday gifts with a big party or have a night out with a few select friends, she will be expecting a whole heap of lovely birthday presents to be winging their way to her door. Chances are that she probably has everything a young lady could possibly need, make up, jewellery, bags, shoes and all the on trend fashion, and then some. So, the big question is, what on earth are you going to give her that she hasn't already got?

There are so many wonderful 18th birthday gifts gifts available with a slant on the unusual that you really are spoilt for choice. With every present comes the birthday card and a great idea is to give a special 18th birthday gift card with a difference. A lovely card with hologram design is the 18th birthday gift 3D card with music CD to get that 18th birthday party started with a swing. It includes 20 great party tracks, making this 18th birthday gift a lovely present that will be appreciated long after the celebrations are over. Now that she has turned 18 she can legally drink alcohol, and probably intends to do this with a vengeance, getting as much practice in as possible, so a lovely bottle of bubbly is bound to be appreciated. This is no ordinary bottle of champers though, as you can personalise the full colour label with a special and unique message just for her. Made from a special blend of the finest Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier, it can be enjoyed with her friends before the big night out, or shared with the family or that special friend. The choice is hers, but this lovely 18th birthday gift will be gratefully received by the birthday girl, no matter who helps her consume the contents.

She probably thinks that she is so old now that she has started looking for the wrinkles on her face already. Lucky her, she will have to search pretty darn hard to find so much as a laugh line. Nevertheless, she is going to feel the stress of her considerable age. To reassure her that she is gorgeous and that a little pampering is great for girls of all ages, why not treat her to a fabulous de-stressing pampering session in a luxury spa. This wonderful experience day makes a great 18th birthday gift and she can enjoy being treated like the princess that she is. Included are 2 treatments from a choice of manicure, pedicure, facial and massage session. She will also be able to enjoy the great facilities of the spa, such as sauna, gym, pool and fitness classes, and will be utterly relaxed and refreshed by the end of the day. The great thing about this 18th birthday gift is that she can experience it when she feels the need, perhaps when all the celebrations are over, and it is a fabulous way of making her feel special.

If pampering is not her thing, but she is a dancing queen, a lovely Let's Dance Session for Two could be right up her street. Strictly Come Dancing has a lot to answer for, with everyone thinking that they are world Latin dance champions on the dance floor. The vast majority of people end up making a fool of themselves in front of all of their friends, but with these exciting 18th birthday gifts gift she can really knock their socks off with her new found dancing skills. Whether she opts of sexy Salsa, tantalising Tango, raunchy Le Roc or beautiful Ballroom, she can enjoy an introductory level dance class with the partner of her choice. Who knows, this brilliant and entertaining 18th birthday gift could be the start of a wonderful new interest for her in her adult life.

I have never met a girl or woman who does not have at least a passing interest in chocolate, in any shape or form, be it cake or solid scrumptious bars of the stuff. You will thrill her when you give her a special 18th birthday gift of a personalised bar of white chocolate. This handmade bar of the finest Belgian chocolate has 'Happy Birthday' written right across it, and is decorated with girly edible glitter. Nestling in a lovely purple presentation box this is a must for any 18th birthday gift recipient.