BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING!!!!
Love it or hate it, there are some tips I have that will help you navigate the sales with ease this week and get all those items you have been eyeing. While the actual discounts have not yet been released for all stores I hope these tips help you prepare and make a game plan for your shopping experience.
Don’t forget to read all the way to the bottom to find out how to enter the $500 Target Giveaway!
Make a Plan
Black Friday shopping is a science. Without a plan you’ll end up spending too much money, not getting the best deals and leave feeling wiped out. Use these Black Friday shopping tips below and I hope it’ll be your best year yet. Also check out my other gift guides for inspiration
1. Inventory Your Closet
2. Make a List & Prioritize
After you have inventoried your closet, home, etc. make a list of your shopping needs ahead of time. It’s easy to get caught up in the sales and buy items you don’t need. If you have a list and have prioritized the items you NEED v WANT, it will better guide your shopping and decision making. The following items are are on my list, what is on yours?
- Faux fur coat
- Cream scarf
- Holiday Dresses
- Toirtishell earrings (because I can never have enough)
- Robe (on my wishlist for xmas)
- Waterproof Grey Boots
- Gifts (family & friends)
- Nook
3. Set Your Budget
This one is huge for me! I usually set my dollar amount based on my priorities. If you’re anything like me, money is not expendable and I have to stick to a budget for my shopping and our family needs. While clothing, beauty and shopping are part of my business, I try to keep everything within a reasonable range. Setting a budget ahead of time also helps keep me from making in the moment decisions I will regret. Prioritizing and setting a budget also help me shop quality over quantity. Last year I invested in my first Nikon DSLR camera and it was the best Black Friday purchase ever!
4. Try On Ahead of Time
This is the BEST tip that was ever shared with me. Not only does it help you find the items you’re interested in ahead of time, but it cuts down on returns and time spent in the crowds. Try on that dress, sweater, shoes ahead of time and add those items to your online shopping card until the sales hit. That’s what I did with this faux fur jacket from Target!
5. Pre-Add items to Your Cart
Fill your online shopping carts prior to Black Friday. When you return on Black Friday any items that are on sale will auto-reflect the price change. Sites like ShopStyle can be used to ensure you are notified when an item you have been eyeing drops in price. I am doing this with a few holiday dresses I have been eyeing.
6. Use Coupons and Online Cash Back Options
Use multiple discounts. Don’t just rely on the site’s discounts/sales, look for additional promo codes on RetailMeNot and ensure you earn cash back on all your purchases by using Ebates. If you are shopping in store, make sure to print/bring coupons with you, and use your brand credit card to earn extra points or cash back. Also check social media pages for the retailers you’re shopping with. Many times they will offer unique discounts to followers or in exchange for a shoutout on social media.
7. Shop Local
In addition to the big brands, don’t gorget about your amazing local businesses! They will all be offering Black Friday shopping incentives as well. Not only will lines be shorter, but your purchase will directly support the community! I know I’ll be checking out local boutiques like Holl & Main, Autumn & Avery and Trellis Beauty!
8. Make it FUN
Black Friday shopping used to be stressful for me. Now I try to make it fun. It’s fun to browse online or hit the stores with the women in my family. We make it a family affair and just enjoy the time together. There is no pressure, no expectation and that’s what makes it enjoyable. If we get a good deal awesome! If we miss out on something, no big deal! It’ll likely be restocked and available for cheaper on cyber Monday haha!
TARGET GIVEAWAY
I hope you enjoyed these Black Friday shopping tips and now I have some exciting news for you! I have partnered with some other Style Collective Bloggers to giveaway a $500 Target gift card for Black Friday. Head to my Instagram and follow all the directions on this post to enter. The winner will be announced Wednesday morning and will receive the electronic gift card just in time for Black Friday shopping!
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