For people in long distance relationships, birthday ideas need to be more creative, thoughtful, and unique compared to those who get to see each other most every day. Think of it as a way to make up for the physical separation and all the hugs and kisses that you’re missing out on, especially if you cannot get together for each other’s special day. The kind of LDR gifts exchanged during the period spent apart can also act as memorabilia that can help you feel close even when you’re apart. Below are five of the most creative and loving suggestions as to what you can get for your LDR partner to surprise and delight them on their birthday.

1. A customized T-shirt

One might argue that T-shirts are not the most romantic things to give for a loved one’s birthday. However, for long distance relationships, birthday ideas that have something to do with clothes have more meaning because they not only add to your partner’s wardrobe, but can also act as backdrop for special messages, images, and code names unique to the two of you. As a special added twist, wear the shirt for a few hours before sending it out so that your scent lingers on it or spray it with your favorite perfume or cologne. Remember that scent is one of the most powerful senses  and evokes memories, feelings, and associations to your loved one. To get started on your custom design or to buy from an incredible selection of designs click on:

2. A personalized birthday cake with a special message

Sweets for the sweet, as the saying goes, and what could be sweeter than a specially made birthday cake ordered or hand made in advance so that it gets to your partner’s birthday on time? It could come in the shape of their favorite cartoon character, movie, or any cultural reference. It can be iced with a favorite poem or excerpt of a song you both love. It can even have a photo of the two of you together on it! Cakes are a traditional favorite to give and receive for any special occasion, but adding personalization makes for a thoughtful, special and very memorable gift. Here is our favorite Chocolate Fudge Birthday Cake. Yum, yum.

3. A recorded video of your birthday greeting

With the advent of YouTube and other video uploading and sharing sites, many heartwarming clips for lovers have become chronicles of their love because they are so beautifully and thoughtfully done. For long distance relationships, birthday ideas that can be spliced together and uploaded make for a truly memorable gift. If you are shy about sharing your sentiments with strangers, you can make your video private or send it on a DVD instead of uploading it to a public site.

4. A specially prepared care package

Long distance relationships birthday ideas: make it fun and memorable, whatever you choose to give.

For college long distance relationships, birthday ideas about care packages and parcels are especially significant. Your loved one may be on a budget because of school, so putting together a parcel containing some of their favorite food, snacks, toys, books, magazines, gadgets, and other things that will make life easier and more exciting for them is bound to be appreciated (and make them feel extra loved!). Choosing items carefully will show your lover how well you know them.

5. A piece of promise jewelry or trinket

All LDRs have to end at some point and make way for real time togetherness. Reinforce this idea to your partner on their birthday by giving them a piece of jewelry, trinket, or any other object that sends them the promise you will be together one day. For serious long distance relationships, birthday ideas carrying this sentiment are characteristically in the form of promise rings or necklaces. However, let imagination take over and get your vows of being together engraved on just about anything that means something for both of you. To find a good selection of affordable promise rings in styles for both men and women, check out:

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