Of course, I've made exceptions for 2 birthdays, but wouldn't it be poor taste to give someone else a used birthday present? Actually, I have given some very special gifts in the past that I hadn't purchased. But, I would only do that if it was something appropriate and unique for the person receiving the gift.
For one of the birthday gifts, I did shop at several clothing consignment stores, but I didn't find anything suitable - mostly suits and formal clothing, but nothing for a 28 year old fashion conscious woman. Again, A for effort!
The grandson received a few pieces of clothing from a baby consignment store. And, like I said before, it's not always about saving money. The sleep and play outfits were as much at the consignment store as the new ones at Ross (discount stores are awesome!). But buying the perfectly good used clothing does save on our carbon footprint (less clothing shipped from China) and our resources.
I've even held off on buying a new pair of athletic shoes, which are an allowed exception, making due with a pair of trail hiking shoes instead. Eventually, I'll need that new pair, but for now I'm in no hurry.
We have Sawyer's baptism coming up in March. Will I need a new outfit? Hmmm.... stay tuned.
Be love and be blessed,
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