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I would value your opinion

Fona — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:04:08 GMT

For a while I have had my eye on a lovely jacket but it was rather pricey. Now it is on sale at a good price and I really would like to buy it - BUT somehow I am hesitating about the safety of ordering in these uncertain times.

I would really like to hear how other posters are feeling about this.

Many thanks - and stay safe.

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Bird mama — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:06:06 GMT

Hi @Fona Since the outbreak I've ordered things online and so far haven't gotten sick. To be honest, I hit the packaging with a clorox wipe and let it dry.

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haddon9 — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:07:01 GMT

@Fona If it were something that I really wanted and could afford then I wouldn't hesitate to buy.

Just sanitize the package when it arrives. If you can leave it outdoors for a while before bringing it into your home I would do that too.

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ScrapHappy — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:08:25 GMT

I've been opening packages outside. Put packaging, boxes, etc. directly into garbage and take contents inside. Then I wash my hands.

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wilma — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:08:25 GMT

I have also ordered a few things since the crisis. No issues. I am extra diligent about disposing of the packaging right away and washing my hands.

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Laura14 — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:09:53 GMT

I actually ordered food from a small company since I didn't want to make the trip to Whole Foods. That was two weeks ago and I am still here and okay.

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Skyegirl21 — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:10:58 GMT

I've been ordering a few things. I made a disinfectant spray: 1tsp bleach to 1 cup water and filled spray bottle. We are spraying mail and packages and everything that comes in. And after touching, wash your hands. You can also leave things untouched for several days and the virus dies.

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Jtdmum — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:11:29 GMT

@Fona Wipe the package down when it arrives, open your package. Don't touch your face, or anything else. Wash your hands and enjoy your purchase!

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piperbay — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:11:36 GMT

I would order the jacket. When you get it home, you can steam it lightly. Throw the package out and wash your hands and I think you should be fine.

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millieshops — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:17:34 GMT

@FonaIf your hesitation is mainly that you fear the package carrying in infection, I'd tell you to order. I'm assuming you know where the jacket has "lived" in the last several months. It doesn't sound as if it's a new import.

If your hesitation has to do with other factors, that's a whole different story.

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AnikaBrodie — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:18:13 GMT

I ordered two tops in February. When they came by UPS in March I held them for over a week before opening the package. As soon as I opened them I laundered the tops. Before doing all this I checked on the amount of time the virus remains on all kinds of surfaces from cardboard to plastic to material to stainless steel, etc., and even then added days to my timeframe.

If the jacket can be laundered I'd do the above. If it needs to be drycleaned I'd probably hold off. Your decision.

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FancyPhillyshopper — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:43:32 GMT

Lysol kills almost all viruses and does not hurt most fabrics.

Also, if you love the jacket, make it yours--life is too short!

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Hoovermom — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:50:36 GMT

I've let packages sit in the garage for days. DH picked them up off porch with wipes and put in basement for me. When I did get ready to open them, I sprayed with Lysol first and then washed my hands. Go for it!!

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happycat — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:53:51 GMT

I am ordering more. I have been opening my boxes outside and bringing in my purchases and washing my hands when I get the stuff in.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:54:53 GMT

I open my clothing packages in the garage using rubber gloves and immediately put packaging in the garbage can. I'm not worried about inner package as virus doesn't live that long.

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hopi — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 18:57:22 GMT

If you need a jacket buy it if you can afford it.

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Fona — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 21:04:03 GMT

Thank you all so much for your replies and opinions.

I am already taking precautions with everything including wiping down pieces of mail, so I definitely would wipe down this package. I guess if I don't go ahead and order, the jacket will be sold out and I'll regret not buying it.

The answer really is simple, but in my "stir crazy" state of mind it is nice to hear other opinions, too.

Thanks again, and be safe.

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Chicagosuburbangirl — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 21:42:01 GMT

Just leave the package in your garage or utility room for 3 days.

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Puppy Lips — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 00:20:10 GMT

One of the “experts” on TV said the likelihood of getting sick from anything that is delivered is extremely low. I have continued to order things and don’t worry about it, other than the fact that I should not be spending any money on things I don’t absolutely need.

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willdob3 — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 00:26:55 GMT

@Fona wrote:
For a while I have had my eye on a lovely jacket but it was rather pricey. Now it is on sale at a good price and I really would like to buy it - BUT somehow I am hesitating about the safety of ordering in these uncertain times.

I would really like to hear how other posters are feeling about this.

Many thanks - and stay safe.

@Fona

Ordering is pretty safe. Opening the packages is pretty safe. You just need to obsessively wash your hands well and not touch your face.

I’m not buying clothes are this time because I’m staying home and have no idea if or when it will be safe to go back to “normal” living. When/where do you plan to wear the jacket?