The SALE Mania

  

The SALE season is here & I go totally crazy whenever I go out. With so many options, great items on sale, the stores seem to temptingly invite me towards them. I have this undying urge to buy every thing that they have. But once the sale's over, the party is over. There are time when I find absolutely fantastic deals & I can stock on some fantastic items that I'd been craving for a long time. But there are times when I end up buying something which is umm not so worth it & I regret it later. So, here are some tips that I would like to share with all of you so that you can be a smart sale shopper. Read on:

1.) Make a list 

Yes it's very important. And I am not talking about a mental list , but a written one. If not detailed, make sure you jot down  some pointers. It will help you decide & compare amongst what's important or not so important & you can make up your mind accordingly.

2.) Start Early

The sooner the better. Try to hit the stores some where during the starting weeks. If you get very late, you might only have to satisfy yourself with the left overs. There might be some initial waiting in the queues to be done but you can get you hands on some pretty amazing stuff

3.) Don't carry plastic money

I stick to carrying cash, especially whenever I am on a budget. You tend to not realize how much you have spent if you carry your card. It's better if you can have some cash-in-hand & you would know how much you can actually spend.

4.) Buy Classic Stuff first

Grab something really classic first before you get distracted by the other things at the store. For example, grab those fabulous Dior shades that you wanted but they were out of your budget earlier, or that pretty # Zara skirt or those killer #Steve Madden heels. Also, try and research & get something that you think will not go out of style at least in the near time. Not only clothes but stock up on accessories, gadgets, books etc. You are a modern day smart women after all....

5.) Keep your eyes open

This happened to a friend at a cosmetic store. She got excited picking up items at the sale & did not realize that they actually sold testers as well to her. Also, check for expiry dates etc while buying cosmetics. Be cautious! 

6.) Check Online for Sale

Your computer is itself a big mall now. If you don't feel like moving your behind, spend some time looking through various websites. Trust me they offer heavy discounts. 

And lastly carry a huge bag

Or where else, you are gonna dump all the junk that cha buy ? Silly ! :P :)

Happy SMART Sale Shopping!

xoxo