There are times you need to give a woman a gift that you'd rather isn't too personal. Clothing, jewelry, and toiletries are all personal items to avoid when seeking an impersonal gift. An impersonal gift doesn't mean it is something the woman won't enjoy. Ideally, it will be something she will be delighted to receive.
Books
Books can be given as an impersonal gift, yet selecting a title the recipient will enjoy can be a little tricky. Unless she's mentioned a book she is interested in reading, consider a collection of short stories. With a collection of short stories, there is a greater chance she will like at least some of the book, even if there are a few of the stories she doesn't enjoy. She may not have time in her current schedule to read a longer book. With a collection of short stories, she can pick up the book when she has some free time. A collection of uplifting short stories, such as a book from the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series is one option.
Digital Keychain
A digital keychain picture frame is a fun gift for some women, who like to show off photos of their family. Similar to the digital frame, the digital keychain loads images and displays one or several pictures at a time. Choose this gift for a tech-savvy woman, for whom it will be easy to upload the images.
Manicure Set
Affordable and attractive manicure sets are available through many cosmetic companies. They typically come in a case that can be slipped into a woman's purse. Most women would welcome a handy nail file or nail clipper in an attractive case. Some inexpensive manicure sets are poorly made and often fall apart on the first use. Purchase one from a reputable cosmetic company rather than at a dollar store.
Pen Set
Even in the computer age, people enjoy writing with a quality ink pen. Ink pen sets can be engraved with the gift recipient's initials or name., and purchased at a department store or office supply store. An ink pen set is an appropriate gift for a coworker or student.
Gormet Food
If you want to send a gift to the woman that her entire family will enjoy, consider ordering a gift package of gourmet meat. There are many specialty meat supplies, such as Omaha Steaks or Kansas City Steaks that offer gift packages of beef. If the woman is a vegetarian, you can instead order from a company that delivers gourmet fruits or desserts from a company like Harry and David or The Orchard.
