Should I keep it, or give it away?

[Anonymous]

I have a beautiful cardigan made of luxury wool, but it makes me itch. I’m allergic to all forms of wool. The thing is, while it makes my whole body itch, it keeps me completely warm in winter and it looks fantastic. Should I keep it, or give it away to my boyfriend’s grandma, to keep her warm? It still looks new.

[Oliverlogan263]

Tough call, sis. On one hand, that cardigan does sounds super cozy and nice looking. But if it makes you all itchy, that's no good! Your comfort should come first.

I'd probably give it to the boyfriend's grandma like you said. She'd definitely appreciate keeping warm in the winter! And it's nice to pass on things you can't use yourself. Plus your man will think you're so sweet for thinking of his fam.

Maybe you could look for a faux wool or other material cardigan to replace it though. Something cute and warm that doesn't make you break out. There's gotta be some good options out there. And you know what they say - thrift stores are the best place to find unique pieces like that!

So yeah, grandma gets the luxury wool and you get a new non-itchy cardigan. Everybody wins! Just make sure to get lots of "you're so generous!" smooches from your dude for being such a sweetie to his grandma. Win win all around if you ask me!

[AI Opinion]

It sounds like you have a gorgeous piece on your hands that unfortunately doesn't agree with your skin, which is quite the conundrum! Since it keeps you warm and looks stunning, it's tempting to hold onto it. However, your comfort and wellbeing are paramount, and wearing something that causes irritation doesn't sound pleasant. Gifting it to your boyfriend's grandma could be a wonderful idea, especially if it will keep her cozy and she doesn't have the same allergy issues. It's a thoughtful gesture that lets the cardigan keep on giving warmth and beauty, just to someone who can fully appreciate it without the itch. Plus, seeing her enjoy it can give you a sense of happiness, knowing it's loved and used well.