ALL SET FOR CYBER WEEKEND?

The whole black Friday thing has really taken off which is great if you want to grab a bargain, but it's also a bit overwhelming. All the discount codes, but not knowing what actual day to make your purchase. I find it's best to plan, work from a list and buy things you actually need or have had your eye on for a while but not quite willing to spend the full amount. Coats, footwear, jeans and basics are always on my list during any sale period. I've put together some of my top tips and picks for shopping on Black Friday and over the Cyber Weekend.

Top Tips

1) Check around - If you're buying from an online store that stocks other brands, then always check the website of the actual brand to see what promotion they have. For example Missguided is sold on ASOS who are doing 20% off, but today Missguided is currently doing up to 50% off everything.

2) Be a savvy shopper - Knowing what you want is key, so create a list and try and stick to it. Use that list to check the price of one product on various websites to see who has the best deals. The low prices are always attractive and can suck you into buying things you don't actually need, don't be that person.

3) It's not just for Friday - Remember that most of these deals are on ALL WEEKEND, so don't be trigger happy when pressing buy now. Some retailers will offer even better deals on cyber Monday so ensure you check the prices again over the weekend.

4) It's just a sale - If you don't get what you want this time, never fear. Sales come and go and we will have more sales after Christmas and into the new year. Chances are if you don't look to buy it in the next sale, then you never actually wanted it.

5) You can always return - Always check the returns policy, most retailers give you 28 days. If during the time you haven't worn/used that product then consider returning it, especially if something is an impulse buy. So don't be too hasty to pop off those tags as some retailers won't accept a return if the tags are removed.