There are other circumstances that provide a gray area concerning when it's appropriate to return presents.
Return Gifts Etiquette
It's perfectly fine to return the duplicates-and of course write a thank you to each gift giver. Should any of those people see the singular remaining gift at your home, it is fine to let them assume that this is the one and only version you received.Most gift givers really want to please the gift recipient, so your friend may be perfectly happy to know that you exchanged her gift for something that matches your pattern. If that approach doesn't feel right, and your friend will never discover that you don't have the teacups, you can also feel just fine about thanking her for the gift without any further explanation.
Return Gifts Etiquette
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