We have all been there. The awkward moment when you unwrap a present, and the feigned smile and gratitude hide your true feelings about the polyester shirt you’ve just received. Or the sheer anxiety that hits you when Valentine’s Day or a loved one’s birthday is around the corner, and you’re entirely clueless about what to buy, or even what size they wear.
This universal struggle sparked an idea in the mind of one man, leading to the creation of a unique platform that would change the way we view gift-giving: MyFavs. This is the story of Gary Gilbert and how a personal vendetta against unwanted presents turned into a groundbreaking app designed to take the guesswork out of gifting.
As a teenager, Gary often found himself at the mercy of his parents’ and family members’ questionable fashion choices for him. Those ill-suited polyester shirts and the pair of white pants he swore never to wear again were the early seeds of a revolutionary idea. Even when he transitioned to adulthood, he found himself contributing to the cycle of unsuitable gifts, presenting his friends and family with items that, much like the polyester shirts of his youth, were destined for the back of the closet.
The turning point came when he found himself shopping for his wife on Valentine’s Day, completely oblivious of her sizes. He was struck by the absurdity of his predicament: how could he have been married for 18 years and yet remain clueless about such basic information? It wasn’t just his wife, either; he didn’t know the clothing sizes of his three children or any other partners he had been with since.
Discussing this issue with his daughter further underscored the complexity of the problem. Sizes varied widely depending on the type of clothing, the brand, and even the store where it was purchased. Buying gifts wasn’t just about knowing a person’s size, but understanding their preferences at a granular level, which often required insider knowledge that was difficult to attain.
Thus, the concept of MyFavs was born from a need for a more efficient, personalised system for gift-giving. The idea was simple: create a platform where individuals could list their preferences, sizes, and desired items. This “wishlist” would be readily available to loved ones, who could then select the perfect gift with the assurance of knowing it would be appreciated.
MyFavs would serve as an intermediary, eliminating the dreaded guessing game and increasing the odds of satisfaction on both ends. It was a win-win situation: gift-givers could purchase with confidence, and receivers would always get something they genuinely wanted.
As with any idea, bringing MyFavs to life wasn’t without its challenges for Gary Gilbert. Translating the complex, nuanced world of individual preferences into a user-friendly application required careful planning and design. But he was undeterred, fueled by the belief that MyFavs could fundamentally transform the way we give and receive gifts.
Today, MyFavs stands as a testament to the power of simple, yet revolutionary ideas. It shows us that addressing universal problems can lead to innovative solutions. In the end, MyFavs is more than just an app. It’s a platform that celebrates individuality and personal preferences, one that transforms gift-giving into a more personal, meaningful experience.
So, the next time you’re anxious about finding the perfect gift, remember that there’s an app for that. Say goodbye to the days of unwanted presents and embrace the revolution brought about by MyFavs: a world where every gift is a favorite.
