Let's be honest, most of us get at least one Christmas present we really don't want...
The question is, what should you do with it?
There are always a few options:
- Hide the gift -always a good choice but tricky if you forget to put it on display or wear it when the giver visits you
- Burn the item -a bit draconian we admit, but certain gifts do deserve it. However think of the pollution factor and possibility of the item exploding etc.
- Sell the gift on eBay -you could make a tidy sum on a gift that cost you nothing.
- Give the item away - probably the wisest move (unless you are daft enough to give it back to the person who gave it you originally!)
In fact the last option is definitely the most popular choice for most of us.
Did you know that we are set to recycle 73 million unwanted presents this Christmas? In fact we are passing on presents worth an estimated £264 million!
A survey by Citi shows that over 50% of us receive an average of three unwanted Christmas gifts (although we don't know what percentage of that is socks), and almost half of these are given to someone else.
You girls are the most prolific recyclers, with nearly half of you admitting to giving second-hand gifts compared to only 40% of us boys.
But 37% of you who were polled have discerning taste; saying you only pass on "nice" presents to others!
Alison Wright, chief marketing officer at Citi UK commented on their survey:
"A great number of us are missing the mark when it comes to buying the perfect Christmas gift. But it is important to remember who gave each gift to ensure you do not commit the ultimate Christmas faux pas -- and give somebody their unwanted gift back by mistake."
Wise words indeed!
So, if you end up getting a present you wish to see the back of, what are you going to do with it?
Why not let us know?
The worst Christmas present ever?