Husband Buys Wife New Wardrobe, But Was It A Mistake?

Alfe Mercado
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After a tough year, a husband secretly buys his wife a whole new wardrobe as a surprise gift to help her feel confident returning to work. However, things take a turn when the wife's friend finds out and calls it controlling and offensive. The husband is left wondering if he's in the wrong and if the gift will hurt his wife more. Read on to find out if the husband is the a**hole in this situation.

Supporting wife through tough times with new wardrobe 💕

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Woman's body changed after miscarriages, husband tried to help.

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Husband surprises wife with new wardrobe, but will she like it?

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Spilling the beans on the new wardrobe to her friend

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Husband's gift of new wardrobe backfires, causing offense and hurt.

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Husband's gift backfires, causing more harm than good 😔

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To gift or not to gift? That is the question.

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Husband buys wife new wardrobe, but was it a mistake? 👀

After two miscarriages, a husband secretly buys his wife a new wardrobe to help her feel confident about returning to work. However, when he showed a few bits to her best friend, she lost her temper and called it offensive. Now, the husband is second-guessing his thoughtful gift and wondering if he should give it to his already vulnerable wife. Read on to find out if he's the a**hole or not.

Husband buys wife new wardrobe, but friend disapproves

FileDoesntExist | FileDoesntExist

NTA! Sweet surprise with good quality items and return option 🎁❤️

ThreeToTheHead | ThreeToTheHead

Husband buys wife new wardrobe to show love and support ❤️

Ejclincoln | Ejclincoln

Jealous friend tries to ruin husband's thoughtful gift, but he's NTA.

CanofSoy | CanofSoy

NTA. Husband's sweet gesture questioned by wife's jealous friend 😕

Warenvoid | Warenvoid

Buying clothes for someone is not controlling what they wear 🤔. Wife's friend is just a massive hypocrite! 😒

sarah280590 | sarah280590

Double-checking if husband threw out wife's clothing, thankfully not.

o76923 | o76923

Buying a new wardrobe for your spouse: NTA or a mistake? 🤔

Glum_Truck_724 | Glum_Truck_724

Giving gifts to loved ones is never rude! 😍

nikokazini | nikokazini

Surprising your partner with a new wardrobe: thoughtful or critical? 😬

LongNectarine3 | LongNectarine3

A loving gesture or a fashion faux pas? 🤔

Wild_Statistician605 | Wild_Statistician605

Is buying a new wardrobe for your partner a risky move?

12thMemory | 12thMemory

NAH - Husband wants to surprise wife with a new wardrobe, but friend warns about potential sensitivity. Some suggest getting wife's input first.

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Buying your spouse clothes can be a kind gesture or a mistake 💼

queen_of_tacky | queen_of_tacky

Buying a whole wardrobe as a gift may not be ideal 😬

Pumpkinkra | Pumpkinkra

Supportive comment applauds husband's gift, shut down haters 🙌

sleepymizi420 | sleepymizi420

Husband buys wife new wardrobe, but was it a mistake? Heartwarming gesture or overstepping boundaries? 💝

me_myself_and_evry1 | me_myself_and_evry1

Thoughtful fiancé gets partner new outfits, not a mistake 👍

maxdog3 | maxdog3

Surprise your wife with a new wardrobe but keep receipts! 😜

panicattackcity91 | panicattackcity91

Take her shopping and let her choose what she wants! 💄👗

jaethegreatone | jaethegreatone

Thoughtful husband defends wife's new wardrobe against baseless criticism 🔥

mdevtheartist | mdevtheartist

Supportive spouse buys wife new wardrobe, jealousy ensues 🎁❤️

Opposite-Gold-6229 | Opposite-Gold-6229

Supportive reply reminds husband to communicate well with wife ❤️

Ashley_42 | Ashley_42

Wife appreciates husband's gesture, but prefers shopping together. 💕

outbackalice | outbackalice

Supportive comment defends husband's gift and shuts down criticism.

BBQpigsfeet | BBQpigsfeet

Breaking the gift-giving norms: why buying a wardrobe is thoughtful ❤️

BunnyGirl1983 | BunnyGirl1983

Husband bought wife a new wardrobe, but maybe a shopping spree together would have been better? NTA

ucitygal | ucitygal

Personal style is key when buying clothes for someone else! 😅

LesbianGrandmother | LesbianGrandmother

Don't fall for the smaller size trap! NTA, thoughtful gesture 👍

Enough-Builder-2230 | Enough-Builder-2230

Wife's new wardrobe is a sweet gesture, but timing is key 👍

takingthescenicroute | takingthescenicroute

Gift giving can be tricky, even with good intentions 🎁

bqwcde | bqwcde

Supportive comment on husband buying wife new clothes for work.

YJM7 | YJM7

Jealousy strikes! NTA husband buys wife new wardrobe.

Hoop-dog24 | Hoop-dog24

Friendship jealousy? Not the a**hole! 🙅‍♀️

maat89 | maat89

A thoughtful gift that boosts confidence. Keep receipts just in case.

Alienne8r | Alienne8r

Trust your instincts, give thoughtful gifts to show you care ❤️

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Putting your spouse's opinion first 👍

married_pineapple | married_pineapple

Husband receives praise for thoughtful gift, boosting wife's confidence. 🙌

mazzy31 | mazzy31

Best friend's true colors revealed in wardrobe incident 😒

EtDemainPeutEtre | EtDemainPeutEtre

Buying your spouse clothes is not controlling, NTA 👕

Samanthas_Stitching | Samanthas_Stitching

Supportive comment suggests keeping receipts and being open with wife ❤️

PandoraClove | PandoraClove

Jealous friend criticizes gift. NTA, but friend is 😑

lynzz905 | lynzz905

Supportive comment defends husband's kind gesture. 👍

missnatashiab | missnatashiab

Don't let the vinegar pot ruin your joy! 😊

Animefaerie | Animefaerie

Curious to know if the wardrobe gift was a success? 🤔

akiraMiel | akiraMiel

Wife's new wardrobe sparks jealousy and praise from commenters ❤️

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Perfect fit! A thoughtful gift from a considerate husband 😍

Charliescenesweenie4 | Charliescenesweenie4

A supportive comment defending husband's gift against a jealous friend 😊

DarkPheonix20 | DarkPheonix20

Well-intentioned husband gets backlash for buying wife new clothes 😬

Extension_Drummer_85 | Extension_Drummer_85

Supportive husband defends wife against body shaming friend ❤️

jenna_grows | jenna_grows

Buying your wife a new wardrobe, NTA! It's a lovely gesture ❤️

Molly_Hatchett | Molly_Hatchett

Wife's best friend jealous of new wardrobe. NTA! 🤩

TayLou33 | TayLou33

Encouraging body positivity, NTA helps wife with new wardrobe ❤️

tubbynora | tubbynora

Spoiling your gorgeous wife! 🎁👗 NTA, explain it to her.

IceQueenTigerMumma | IceQueenTigerMumma

Standing up for his wife, NTA shuts down entitled friend 💪

thisisjustabitweird | thisisjustabitweird

Thoughtful husband receives support for wardrobe gift to wife ❤️

Savings_Elk9871 | Savings_Elk9871

Supportive replies for a husband's kind gesture. 🤗

mrsgip | mrsgip

Supportive comment towards husband after wife's miscarriages. ❤️

Squid-bear | Squid-bear

Spouse surprises with wardrobe, friend envious. NTA, sweet gesture 😊

zmmzq992 | zmmzq992

Friend can't handle the love. NTA ❤️

elrulo007 | elrulo007