How would you feel if someone gave you BJD clothes as a gift?

I've given clothes before, and received clothes today for Christmas as well, along with a Yo-SD Dollzone Ami! I am thrilled beyond all logical reason!

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style!

I would be happy! Most of my friends aren't interested in my hobby in any way but for my parents it wouldn't be too unlikely to order some clothes for my dolls. I think if they were not sure about the size and stile my mom would try to figure out somehow ^^

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes? (That's what I wanted them to do, I said that I wanted to pick them out.)

I do but if my parents would pick them out I wouldn't care either, I think. Especially my mom knows what styles I (and my dolls, of course) like.

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that?

No, never! I have different sized dolls with different cloth styles so I think I'd find someone to wear the stuff.

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes?

Already answered, I think. Of course I'd keep them 'cause it was a really nice thought.

 

I would appreciate the gift. If it didn't fit any of the dolls, I would keep it around in case of future use, unless the giver of the gift suggest that I "exchange" it.

I can definitely see how this sort of thing would be awkward to receive. For me, getting a gift and not being able to show appreciation for it (especially with sizing) by using it, makes it seem like I'm ungrateful when that's far from the case.

 

I love the idea of family members getting my dolls things for Christmas. As a matter of fact, my sister bought me an entire outfit for my MSD doll, and my mother bought my SD sized doll a lovely wig. my dolls, and I were VERY happy.

 

I would be very grateful if any of my friends or family got clothes for my BJD. I would prefer to be there to pick it out so I know whether it would fit or not when the gift is from someone not experienced with BJDs, but if they are experienced then it wouldn't matter. As for it possibly being the wrong 'style' I wouldn't mind because it would be very interesting to see how others characterise my BJDs and what sort of style they think suits them. And no, I wouldn't return it.

 

I would happily accept anything they gave me. I have a doll in all the major sizes (SD, MSD, tiny, super tiny), and most inbetween sizes could be taken in a bit anyways. My parents have given me doll clothes a few times, and it's always awesome. The first time they just asked size and came up with an awesome outfit for one of my girls and a cool sweater for one of my boys. This year I had specifically requested a couple items to make an outfit, but most of the items were sold out by the time my mom shopped so she made a great replacement outfit in the same style that I liked more than my choice I trust my mom's judgement, and she pays attention to my dolls' styles, so it's all good

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style!
- I only have one BJD friend. So I'd be completely surprised if anyone else got me any. Lol.

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes? (That's what I wanted them to do, I said that I wanted to pick them out.)
- I wouldn't mind either way.

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that?
- I don't think so. You never know, if it doesn't fit my current doll(s) style, it might fit a new doll I get.

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes?
- Like I said. I'd probably keep it.

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style! I would be excited that they thought to buy my dolls clothes too!

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes? I mean, sure I'd love to choose everything...as is with my own clothing. But my mom likes to pick out clothes when it comes to gifts (and I'm 22) but she usually does a good job so I wouldn't be too worried. My mom knows me well. On top of that, for Christmas/Birthday my family makes online lists (wists.com) for easy ordering/ identification so we don't get things wrong... granted we add in things that aren't on there if we see something amazing that they will love. But generally I get what I ask for because my family is pretty practical. Maybe you should consider making a wist of things you'd like for your doll so your mom can be a part of the your/ bjd world. Mom's love being a part of things.

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that? If I didn't like it, yeah. Or resell it if you can't take it back. My mom is really cool about that. She says "there's no point in wasting the money if you aren't going to wear it." She always makes sure I try things on and make up my mind after Christmas/ Birthday so she can take back if need be. My extended family also always makes sure to put the gift receipt in the box. So I assume it would be the same for dollies. Though I do feel a bit bad, but it fades since it makes sense not to waste cash in this economy.

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes? I would appreciate the fact that they know me well enough to buy the silly things I'm into but ^ (see above).

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style!
The size can be fixed or I can put them away until I have a doll that fit the size

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes?
If they don't mind that but if it's my parents, I wouldn't mind them picking the clothes because I know they're quite good at that.

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that?
Not really. I believe in the thing about people having meaning behind gifts they gave you. You shouldn't give it back except for the case where not giving it back will create a huge misunderstanding.

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes?
Love that they understand my "weird" hobby

 

I'd be happy, especialy if my mum get me the doll clothes because my mum isint supportive of such thing. She says people who collect bjd's must have a mental disorder. -_- I very much dislike her saying that because Its something I started taking up, so she can deal with it, great geting off topic again. xD Yes I would absolutely love it. Keep it no matter what, maybe I could get another doll to fit the clothes :]

 

Hopefully, with christmas being over now, you got something you liked?

My answer to this would be to have a little faith in your mum, she will have seen your doll and the style you give it The thought is lovely and show acceptance of the hobby you have chosen maybe you can get her into them too? It worked with my mum, I ended up buying her one for her Birthday!

Fingers crossed you got something you love

 

When I was little, my late mother made me doll clothes. I loved them and would be so pleased to have them now, fit or not, because she made them. I'd just hang them and enjoy them.

ANYBODY gave me BJD clothes, I'd be thrilled.

 

My sister actually gives me clothes, but she is a dollie person too so that probably doesn't count

If someone else, like my mom, bought my dolls clothes I would be very, very thankful to her. Even if it wasn't in my style or size. I would absolutely keep it if it was just the "wrong" style for me or my dollies, but if it was in the wrong size I would sell it and buy something else for the money I got for it. Perhaps have her help me pick out something that do fit if she wanted too. It would really mean a lot to me that she cared so much to actually try and buy something for my dolls! But as with any clothes - if it doesn't fit you are allowed to change it in for something that does. What on earth would you do with something that doesn't fit any of your dolls??? Style-wise I would keep it no matter what - and it would be fun to have a photoshoot with "look what I got from my mom for Christmas". Oh well, that is just me though

 

When my mother was alive, she was very likely to purchase goodies for my doll. She purchased my first doll for me. Christmas would bring something new for my doll. She researched and would personally talk to crescent shop (one of the only places years ago to supply volks items including clothes) and she would recieve scans of clothes and pick out from there. I wouldnt care what it was when i recieved it, was just happy that she went that far and out of her way. Though it might seem so much more appealing to pick what you have planned for your doll as others may not understand how much you develop a character and bring them to life, but it really is the thought that counts.

 

Ha... My mother would never. I think she kind of likes the dolls (she says they're pretty) But way overprices. And I guess she's right. Doll clothes are expensive. . . Although if she did get me something, I'd love it. And then tell her it was the wrong size and sell them to get what I want. :c I would hate for her to get me something only for it to be the wrong size. Although I'm sure she'd ask me questions about it before doing so. . . Maybe.

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style!

I would appreciate the thought but if they knew me any better they would know NOT to get me any doll or doll related things as presents.

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes? (That's what I wanted them to do, I said that I wanted to pick them out.)

Well, sure... But it'd be kinda hard to do because none of them know the crazy prices these clothes are (nor would I want them to know!).

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that?

I don't have the heart to return any gift unless they specifically would want me to.

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes?

I would keep it if it meant that much to them. And my doll would wear it everyday until it fell apart.

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style!

If they got the the right size, I'd be thrilled regardless of style. If they got me the wrong size to the point where the clothing couldn't even be altered to fit (ie, mini clothing - teenie sizes and SD sizes can be accomodated), I'd be a bit less thrilled, since they know (roughly) the size of my dolls. It would show a bit less thoughtfulness (imo) if they just grabbed something off the Internet without even bothering to check the measurements. To me, it would be similar to them buying an XXL pair of pants and a top for a toddler for me - I'd appreciate that they thought to get me anything at all, but it would still be hard to deny that... well, I have no use for such items

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes?
I would prefer it, if they didn't mind. If they wanted to pick out the clothes, I wouldn't mind as long as they knew what sizes to be looking for. I'd also be fine with making a big list of everything I'd like, and letting them pick off that. It would all depend on what sort of gift-givers they are ('total surprise' givers vs 'want to make sure the gift is 'right'' givers, for example).

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that?
Probably not. I wouldn't hesitate to alter things, though (increasing the bust for my Super Gem girl, for example, or altering a MSD shirt to be a teenie dress). I can't imagine that would upset anyone I know, though.

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes?
I think you can appreciate the thought people put into getting you a gift without keeping said gift exactly as is (unless it's art they made you themselves). I know I wouldn't mind if I bought someone else a gift and they altered it to be better suited to them. It's a very different class to regifting, or sending back for store credit, or anything like that, in my opinion.

 

How would you feel if your parents, or friends got you BJD clothes but they know nothing about BJDs. They could get you the wrong size, or the wrong style!
This has happened to me but my parents and friends know enough to know they know nothing about dolls, so would not do it without consultation, thankfully my partner also collects them and would have SOME idea what I would like and need.

Do you prefer for them to just let you pick out all the clothes? (That's what I wanted them to do, I said that I wanted to pick them out.)

Would you return it? Regardless of how they'd feel about that?
If it was unsuitable i would thank them profusely for the thought, then likely onsell it or trade it for something more appropriate

Or would you just appreciate their thoughts (and acceptance of BJDs) and keep the clothes?
I would certainly appreciate their thoughts, but there is no point in having a beautiful outfit that you will never use laying around in a box, ignored. Besides, my family are the sort who would notice this, and ask where it is, they are less likely to be upset if I traded it for something better for me than if I kept something I would never use

 

I don't think I have to worry about my parents buying my crew any clothes, but I'd be thrilled (because then *I* wouldn't have to, lol) That's definitely something my mom would ask about though as she knows how I feel about *my* clothes. My friends pretty much know sizes & style & things like that. & I've put clothes on my wishlist before. Just haven't gotten any yet (darn )