BENGALURU: Sale time is in full swing. Black Friday frenzy has hit the Indian markets too. So this may be a good time to grab those deals you wanted. But here’s the thing, fashion gets outdated quickly, and by the time you get your hands on that cashmere sweater you have been eyeing, it may no longer be as fashionable as the time you first saw it.
So how do you score a fashionable item without missing a good deal? Do you have to wait for the year’s biggest sale to make the most out of the least? Here are a few sale hacks to keep in mind before you blow big bucks.
1. Research – No one ever said that being fashionable is easy, so do your research first. If during your trip to the mall, a certain item looks attractive, don’t instantly buy it unless there is an offer. Even if there is or isn’t a certain discount on the product, check it online. Shopping portals often have better sales than stores. Try to compare prices on as many websites as possible, and go for the most reliable and satisfactory one.
2. Turn your charm on – If you are a regular at a store, strike a friendship with the retailers, as they are as keen to sell as you are to buy. Follow them on social media so that they know who you are the next time you visit. Keep yourself updated with new items and sign up for the notification messages to know when the sales are on.
3. Discover off-beat places – Move out of your comfort zone and explore thrift stores. There are good chances of encountering something of your liking at a budget-friendly rate. Added to that, chances of finding something unique are also more likely. While giant retailers produce the same item in bulk, a thrift store is where to head if you want to stand out.
4. Sale tracker – Ample sales happen, you just need to be informed of where and when. Besides the Black Friday sales and Diwali dhamakas, a particular store may be running an anniversary sale or a 100th store launch sale.
5. Going ahead of time – When it’s season time and the demand is high, there’s less guarantee of a good deal. So during the winter season, stock up on summer wear, and for summer, get clothes in the winter. Though some items might be outdated by the time you need to actually wear them, it’s safe to opt for basics.
Instead of buying a tassel sweater for winter during the summer, why not buy a basic one that is sure to stay stylish the next season too? Keep track of celebs when they are traveling, that will give you insights on the latest trends.