I couldn't re-gift something from one SO to another. Usually I pick out the gift based on their likes and dislikes and would be afraid it would remind me of the past relationship. Also, I would feel I was cheating the new SO. I did have an instance this year where the man I was dating saw a windbreaker on the coat rack, which had been my ex's (who hadn't cared for the color). It was like new and he needed one. Since he really liked it and understood about its origins, I didn't feel bad about giving it to him. It didn't bother me to see him wear it either.
Not me. I think everyone deserves something that was chosen just for them. Not blanket coverage, one gift fits all.
I usually dont regift. People put a lot of thought into gifts and I wouldnt feel right regifting. Most people that know me know what I like or ask me what I like. Kids ask what I want and I tell them it makes its easier. JMO
I would not even think of doing that...it seems so cold and uncaring. When I give a gift it is because I care for the person and want to give them something. It would be something that would mean something to him and me.
I hate Secret Santa exchanges. So sometimes I've been guilty of regifting for one of those at the office. But never.....NEVER...do I regift to someone I care about. I love shopping for just the right thing for just the right person. I take particular joy from giving something that has a meaning personal only to the giver and the receiver. I would not regift anything bought for anyone to my SO. That would be tacky with a capital T.
posted by usmcma
over 2 years ago
Nope. Wouldn't feel right to me.
i would, hell, get milage out of the money i paid for it.
Never admit to re-gifting, even if you do.
I was the recipient of a "re-gift" once and I was happy with it until I learned the story behind it. Turned out the "re-gift" had been given to quite a few former recipients (girlfriends that is). It really took any joy I originally felt for the gift away. It's a lousy thing to do most of the time and has "cheapskate" written all over it. Of course, there are always exceptions.
