I think it is imperative to keep these items until worn out.  In this way, they are a continual reinforcement of the lesson on what not to buy.  Removing the consequences is not disincentive!

In the words of the RHCP, "Give it away, give it away, give it away now... "

I'd rather not. Actually, I've seen photos of what some thrifter-flippers have in their closets, and it is not pretty.

Holding on to questionable things and forcing one's self to wear them is a great handicapping exercise that can yield inspired results.  The one thing to absolutely avoid is further purchases in an effort to make the original flub more workable.

You will have to wear it to picnics, garden parties, lazy days boating, and the like. 
Our own Patrick has advised that, even with thrifting, one should ask when they would wear the item and pass if the maximum expectancy is once or twice a year.

Is that how Americans think the Brits spend their weekends?

We forgot the 3 piece chalkstripe suit & bowler hat and tightly rolled 'brella, when drawing a cheque from C,u,n,t,s or whatever that bank is called.

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Speaking of which - I spent a jolly afternoon today throwing my little penis enlargement toy around the corners of the town (with summer tires), dressed in totally un-iGent attire: Tods boots, slightly baggy PRL "slim fit" chino, un-ironed H&K end-on-end shirt, moth-ridden Cordings V-neck lambswool jumper in berry red, Hilfiger (!) quilted waistcoat.