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A gift they’ll actually use

Dec. 17th, 2024

Just joining us? 12 Days of Underconsumption is a special series from one5c laying out everything you need to know to celebrate more sustainably—without sucking the joy out of the season. Click here to see all the tips!

In Body Image

Day 9: Buy a repair instead of a present

Anyone who’s ever had a beloved pair of jeans or a kitchen knife that’s balanced just-so knows that some things in life aren’t easy to replace. Keeping our favorite stuff going—through repairs and regular care and maintenance—is one of the best tools we have to keep overconsumption at bay. Even better, covering the cost of someone’s bike tune-up, phone repair, or car detailing also makes an excellent gift. We ask you: What’s better than helping someone re-fall-in-love with their stuff? 

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