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Clothing & Kids' Essentials
Potential Savings: £100–£250/yr
1
Find freebies on Freecycle
Get free second-hand items including kids' clothes, toys, and furniture. Local community giving away items they no longer need.
Action:
Join your local Freecycle group and browse listings. You can also post items you want to give away.
2
Buy uniforms and basics off-peak
April/May prices are 20–40% cheaper than August. Stock up during sales periods.
Action:
Stock up on uniforms in spring. Buy next year's sizes during end-of-season sales.
3
Use Vinted for kids' clothing cycles
Buy cheap, resell after use → clothing costs drop close to zero. Kids grow fast, so second-hand is perfect.
Action:
Start buying and selling on Vinted. Buy bundles, sell individually when outgrown.
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