Cheap toys and clothes that don't look cheap!

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I need to know where I can buy cheap toys and clothes that don't look cheap.

The reason being is that it's for my in laws kid, whatever we get is never good enough, I'm sick of wasting my hard earned money on lovely things that don't get worn or used and end up god knows where! I brought a beautiful dress for £20 (I'd never spend that on a baby dress normally but thought I would as it was beautiful) never ever did she wear it not once not even for a quick picture. That's just an example this is done with everything we buy her. So where can I buy cheap stuff that doesn't look cheap, I need to look like I've spent a decent amount with out actually spending much at all! 🤣 Tia

They still might not be to their taste so might not be worn or played with tbh. Are they the type who won’t be happy unless they are designer or insta worthy?
Maybe don’t buy and give gift vouchers or money towards the LO savings instead?

TKMaxx! Find something in the sale with a fancy brand on it... or do what someone else has suggested and put money into a savings account or premium bonds.

I was also going to suggest TKMaxx!

If the child is small I would buy something that I thought the child would enjoy, like a toy, or if they have too many toys, like Cornish says, just buy premium bonds or send money for their savings account, although that is difficult as the minimum amount for premium bonds is £25, which still may be above your budget.

I certainly wouldn't be tying myself in knots or spending more than I could afford to appease snobby and materialistic parents who will never be happy. I'd rather not bother with gifts at all, but that means the DC misses out.

Anyway, I really like the Ikea toys, which I think look nice and have always gone down well with my preschool age nieces and nephews

www.ikea.com/gb/en/cat/wooden-toys-18738/

Buy books. Toys and clothes can be very personal preferences. Books are easier as so many to choose from, and they are not very expensive (£5-£20 depending)

H&M for clothes

Agree with PP. Stop buying clothes and give vouchers - or books etc.

Just ask them what they want - sorry to say it just looks like they don't like your taste.