A woman has revealed how she completes all her Christmas shopping on Vinted for under £100, embracing second-hand gifts to save money and reduce waste. Hayley Knight, who has been shopping second-hand for five years, says she will never return to buying new presents, as the platform offers affordable and unique options.
Hayley explained that her friend inspired her to use Vinted, and she loves the variety and affordability it provides. She prioritizes thoughtful, pre-loved items over expensive new ones, and enjoys the 'slow shopping' experience with longer delivery times and less waste. She does not mind if items have been used, as long as they are in good condition and suitable for the recipient.
Among her bargains, Hayley found a skirt she had worn to pieces for £5 and a winter coat for £2. She buys gifts only for close friends, as she is not close to her family, and keeps her total spend under £100. She often combines Vinted finds with handmade items like paintings or poems to make presents more personal.
Hayley also decorates her Christmas tree with second-hand decorations, which she says have more charm, and uses childhood ornaments for nostalgia. She believes Christmas should focus on connection rather than consumption, and that gifts should be kinder to the planet.
