Received a present that you don't particularly
like? While Kate Spade says that re-gifting is
one of the most delicate etiquette topics around,
re-gifting is occurring all around the world to
pass on those unwanted, not liked, and unneeded
gifts that can't be returned to the store.[1]
While some view re-gifting with abhorrence,
others see this as the acceptable manner for
ensuring that at least someone ends up with the
gift they really want! Here are some suggestions
for re-gifting successfully.
!! Steps !!
* I'm a teetotaller!Decide which gifts you cannot use or do not
like. While your dislike of a gift might be an immediate reaction
on receiving a gift, sometimes it's a good idea to give yourself a
little time to see if can grow on you or not. If not, then it's
possibly a candidate for re-gifting. Common reasons for not
wanting a gift include not liking it, not fitting into clothing
items, not being able to use an item (for example, earrings when
your ears are not pierced), receiving a nice enough item but in a
color that doesn't suit you or your decor, something that you
consider doesn't meet with your values (for example, a leather
belt when you're a vegan), and so forth.
Everything about it was just right except the size and the fact
the store's in another country...Consider the potential for
re-gifting. Re-gifting should not be used in all cases and some
of the times when re-gifting is not appropriate include when the
giver will call often and notice the lack of the gift, when the
gift is not something you'd give to someone else in your circle
of friends and acquaintances, or when the gift has clearly had a
lot of time invested in it and it really is the "thought that
counts". Keep in mind the feelings of the original
gift-giver;[2] this doesn't mean you have to wear or use the
item, just have it on hand to show occasionally until enough
time passes safely for you to send it to charity or the back of
the closet. And be super careful when re-gifting tech or similar
items that date or go out of stock after a season; the gift
recipient might try to return it to the store or need to get it
fixed, only to discover it has long been superseded. Items may
be suitable for re-gifting when:
* The giver won't be aware that you've passed on the gift. For
example, they live far away, they simply don't keep a tally of
what they've given you or anyone, your house is a big cavernous
place that swallows up "stuff", etc.
* The gift is in good condition, doesn't have a use-by date (give
those unwanted chocolates to someone else in the family!), and in
many cases, still has its original packaging.
* Is something you're proud to give to someone else. Re-gifting is
still giving with care.
Store the gifts that you intend to re-gift.
Management of gifts used for re-gifting is
important, in order to avoid giving it back to
the recipient or people close to the recipient,
and to avoid duplication. The following
suggestions are intended to help your re-gift
storage management:
* Write down the name of the person who gave you the gift on a slip
of paper. This is so you don't forget who gave it to you.
* Keep the wrapping - you can reuse that too but use it on different
gifts just to be on the safe side.
* Also include names of anyone who may have seen the present and how
you know them if you're especially forgetful.
* Go over the gift with great care to remove any gift card evidence.
If you accidentally leave a gift card attached to the gift, it'll
be fairly embarrassing for both giver and recipient.
* Make a list of the gifts you are storing on your computer. That
way, you can quickly bring it up and check it when you're looking
for a gift for someone.
* Store all unwanted presents in a box or cupboard out of sight and
where they will be safe from moisture, prying hands, and any other
possible harm.
* Didn't fit you but perhaps perfect for a good friend.Get the
gift out when you need it. Reasons for using a re-gifted gift
might include when you're out of ideas for a present, low on cash
or don't have time to buy a present. However, the main (and very
good) reason is when you know that the recipient will really
appreciate the specific gift and that it is something that you
would normally purchase for this person. If it's something so
left-field and not inclined to this person's tastes, they may well
get suspicious that you're just passing along the stuff you didn't
want.
* Personalize the gift in some way if possible.
For example, wrap a piece of ribbon around it to make it look
different, or add decorative elements that you'd normally attach
to a gift. And be sure to wrap the gift beautifully, as
well-wrapped gifts make a huge difference to how well it is
received.
Find a suitable card. Hand make a card if
possible, or get an expensive looking one, to
make up for the uninteresting present.
* Write a highly personal and sentimental card, so the person
remembers the card and not the present.
Ah yes! Love it! How did you know? Give the recipient their
present. Act perfectly normal; the item still has value and has
been cared for in the interim, so provided you're handing on
dodgy things to people you're not terribly fond of, you've got
nothing to worry about. If you're re-gifting an item because you
don't like the recipient, it can be kinder on both of you (and
more honest) to just not give one another gifts at all.
* Be ready to step in and offer to return the gift if you get the
impression that they don't like it. This will avoid a lot of
difficult questions about receipts, the store in question, etc. To
avoid probing, try to know in advance whether the recipient is the
type to want to return it to the store themselves.
!! Video !!
!! Tips !!
* Regifting works especially well with generic presents such as
candles, bath sets and vases.
* Don't regift items that have been personalised or that are unique.
For example, items that have been engraved are clearly not
suitable for re-gifting.
* Always use a different wrapping.
* Chances are if you didn't like the present neither will the person
you are giving it to if your tastes are similar. Extend your ideas
of who might be a perfect recipient for it or consider donating
the gift to charity if there really is nobody else you can ever
give the item to.
* Never tell the recipient of a present that it has been regifted.
The person will probably be mortally offended.
* Try and guess how much the present you have received costs. You
don't want to be giving someone a $200 vase for the office Kris
Kringle.
* Regift presents as soon as possible, liquids tend to alter over
time and cardboard takes on a yellowish tinge. Perfumes and
cosmetics go stale, and many items become unfashionable the longer
you wait.
* Another alternative would be to sell the unwanted present at a
pawn shop if you really needed the money, or to simply give it to
people you know will appreciate it, like the neighbor's kids.
!! Warnings !!
* Some relatives may ask what you have done with their present,
especially if it is something you are meant to display. If this
happens... you are in trouble. In this case, it's best to err on
the side of pretending you like the item and keeping it for at
lease a few years until one day, a totally unforeseen brush with
the cat caused the item's demise...
* Make sure the people involved are not connected in any way when
re-gifting. Otherwise, word will get around.
* People may be insulted if you give them a generic gift, especially
if they are close to you. In this case re-gifting is a bad idea
unless it is an absolute emergency. You would probably be better
off giving them a belated present or taking them out to dinner.
* Never re-gift items you've worn, even only once. That is charity,
not gift-giving and it's icky recycling to boot. Ask the recipient
if they'd like to have the item as a cast-off or hand-me-down in a
general way rather than giving it to them as a gift.
* Clothing sizes that don't fit you and cannot be returned to the
store (for example, it was sent to you by an overseas relative)
can cause problems with regifting if the recipient also does not
fit into it or dislikes the color. Sometimes it's just easier to
say you received something that didn't fit you and ask your friend
if they're appreciate it rather than donating it.
!! Things You\'ll Need !!
* Storage space and storage gear like boxes and bags
* Notepaper and pen
* Computer record (optional but easier to work through quickly)
!! Related WikiHows !!
* How to Buy a Great Christmas Present for Your Mom
* How to Make a Flower to Attach on Gift Bags
* How to Make Your Own Christmas Gifts
* How to Fake Happiness when You Get a Bad Gift
* How to Donate Clothing to Charity
!! Sources And Citations !!
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