We spend a lot on everyday stuff: food, clothing, gadgets. But every so often, we take a different tack. Something memorable, durable, or unique. After asking online shoppers about their single-time purchases we found 10 examples which demonstrate the lasting goods people stick to.
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Casket or urn
It’s one of the few items you buy once in a lifetime, and probably never need to replace. It’s a very personal choice to make in remembrance of a loved one, or to make for your own eventual passing.
Wedding dress
Very few people buy a wedding dress with the intention of wearing it again. You spend months searching for that perfect fit, style and fabric to wear on one of the most important days of your life. Even if you store it carefully, the sentimentality of it usually means it is a one-off purchase.
Durable suitcase or travel bag
If you get a solid suitcase or travel bag, it can go through many trips, airports, and baggage handlers. If someone finds a brand and style that they love, they probably will never have to replace it, so it’s a lifetime purchase.
Cast iron skillet
A cast iron skillet is not just a cooking utensil; it is a lifetime friend that will help you prepare any dish. Cast iron pans are built to last for a very long time, with some pans still being used and in perfect condition after 60 years.
Dutch oven
Similar to a cast iron skillet, a high-quality Dutch oven is made to last. It won’t let you down when cooking slow-roasted meals, holiday dinners, or your average every day meal.
Heirloom jewelry
A diamond necklace, an elaborate ring, or a special bracelet may well be chosen with the intention of passing it on through the generations. Since it is usually bought only once, due to its value and the sentiment attached to it, it is usually of the best quality.
Stand mixer
A stand mixer is a long-lasting kitchen appliance that can be used for many years. It can mix, knead, whip, and do all kinds of jobs for a large number of recipes and tasks. Some people choose one reliable, heavy-duty stand mixer and keep using it for decades.
Lifetime membership
Lifetime memberships are the ultimate one-time purchases. Pay once and never think about it again. At a gym, a golf club, or a professional organization, these benefits last a lifetime.
Office desk chair (for work-from-home folks)
An ergonomic, well-constructed, long-lasting desk chair that is comfortable to use for years and years. You only buy one office desk chair and use it for a very long time.
Lasik surgery
For some, by the time they are adults, their nearsightedness is so severe that their eyes focus only a few inches in front of their faces. A Lasik procedure from a skilled doctor can be a one-time life-changing investment. It takes care of years of glasses, contacts, and appointments, dramatically improving quality of life and ridding them of dependence on fragile corrective tools.
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