How to give amazing pre-loved gifts this christmas

Here at Love Me Again Market, we’re joining the huge global movement normalising pre-loved gifting at Christmas.

In a season where we’re told to buy, buy, buy, this can usually put us, our budget, and our environment under lots of pressure… but there’s a solution that won’t give you resting Grinch face!

Research shows that people love to receive sentimental gifts, so taking some time to source a unique pre-loved gift demonstrates your thoughtfulness and appreciation for that person.

Pre-loved gifts can also be incredibly stylish!

If you’re a regular at our markets, you will know that they are an absolute treasure trove for the best clothes and accessories from the wardrobes of Brisbane’s most well dressed. So many amazing buys from the “fashion archives” can be found all under one roof!

You can find bargains from popular everyday labels such as Vrg Grl, Dissh, Gorman and Zara, right up to luxury items from Australian and International labels such as Alemais, Zimmermann, Oroton, Gucci and more.

So here are our top tips on finding and gifting pre-loved this Christmas:

1. Rally your Friends & Family

Fire up the group chat and let everyone know about your pre-loved gifting idea.

Being upfront about your plans to buy pre-loved eliminates any chance someone may be offended.

Simply ask “This Christmas, do you prefer new or pre-loved gifts?”. If they say new, that’s okay! Keep note of who your pre-loved gifting BFFs are.

2. Make a List

Write down all the people you are buying for and keep a list in the notes section of your phone. Include:
- sizes (clothing and shoes)
- their likes & dislikes
- their favourite brands
- anything on their wishlist

3. Start Early & Visit Regularly

Our markets are every Sunday at two handy locations in Brisbane, making it really easy to shop pre-loved.

Click here to view our calendar and make a plan of when to come.

Visit the markets regularly in the lead up to Christmas, with your list in hand, to find your gifts.

4. Ease in with Gateway Pre-Loved Gifts

If you are a little nervous about pre-loved gifting, there are great gateway gift ideas in abundance at the markets, such as:
- hand bags
- beach bags
- earrings, necklaces and bracelets
- flowy summer dresses
- twin sets
- shoes

5. Mix & Match: Pre-Loved and New

You can mix pre-loved and new gifts to take pressure off!

Start early at the markets, find what you can, and then you can always add to if you don’t find exactly what you’re after.

If you are buying a couple of gifts for someone, the markets have lots of really affordable accessories, jewellery, bags that make sensational stocking stuffers or add-ons to your major gift.

6. Enjoy the Process!

Shopping at markets is so much fun.

Give yourself time to explore the stalls, chat with stallholders and inspect the items.

You’ll be so glad you did. You’ll definitely unearth something amazing!

7. Don’t Forget the Kids

If you’re shopping for kids this Christmas, our Mini+Me Market is on the first Sunday of November and December at Milton Studio.

You can find great quality pre-loved kids clothing, shoes, toys and books all in one place!

PS. If you also want to sell your kids things, now is the best time of year. Book here.

8. Tag Us on Social Media!

We would love to know if you decided to gift pre-loved this Christmas!

Tag us on IG @lovemeagainmarket with your presents under the tree, gifts you gave or gifts you received.

Merry pre-loved gifting, elves!