Regifting a present youve received to someone else isnt an automatic faux pas if you follow these simple guidelines.
One word: regifting.
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Jodi RR Smith is an etiquette consultant and president of Mannersmith.
Nick Leighton is an etiquette expert and host of the podcast Were You Raised By Wolves?
For a long time, regifting had a bad rap.
A regift should be something that you wouldve purchased for the receiver if youd gone to the store yourself.
Jodi RR Smith is an etiquette consultant and president of Mannersmith.
Leighton says the most important thing is being mindful of other peoples feelings.
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Smith echoes this sentiment saying, regifting is not purely to rid yourself of some ill-gotten gift.
A regift should be something that you wouldve purchased for the receiver if youd gone to the store yourself.
So, if you or someone in your household has been sick, hold off on gifting.
TheCDC recommends a minimum of three days.
Be mindful of presentation
Smith emphasizes the importance of putting care and consideration into gift wrapping.
Go all out with wrapping paper, ribbons, and bows just as you would with a regular gift.
Also, be sure you remove any original cards before wrapping.
Jodi RR Smith is an etiquette consultant and president of Mannersmith.
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