Ready set shopping fashion guide to know what and when to buy. While you may be on a mission for something specific, keep in mind the best months for deals.
Winter Months
December – A lot of markdowns available as stores start getting ready for their resort and spring merchandise to arrive. Expect markdowns of up to 50%.
January – Discounts on fall and winter final clearance are at a discount 70% – 80%. Sizes may be sparse as inventory is usually low, however, you may score the perfect item.
February – Fall and Winter merchandise is usually gone from the majority of retailers. Spring is arriving in stores.
Spring Merchandise
March – An excellent time to take advantage of any promotions on new merchandise.
April – Friends and Family discounts are offered in many stores such as Lord & Taylor and Bloomingdale’s. Shopbop offers 25% off on the majority of their merchandise.
May – Pre-Fall hits many better stores. Due to coats, suits and sweaters arriving early, a good time to take advantage of a good selection. Spring merchandise may be marked down by several retailers between 30% – 50%.
Summer Merchandise
June – Finally – a month where you can find deep savings on spring and summer merchandise.
July – As a result of fall appearing in retailers, you can expect early promotions. Nordstrom has their yearly Anniversary sale in which discounts range 30% – 50% off new merchandise and go up early August to full price.
August – Fall continues to arrive in retailers. Discounts available on final clearance on Summer merchandise.
Fall Merchandise
September – Especially relevant during the first week is back to school and Labor Day promotions.
October – Friends and Family sales are usually this month or November.
November – Fall and winter merchandise prices are dropping as Resort merchandise arrives. Black Friday, Cyber Monday are all good days to shop for the best deals and deep discounts.
Ready Set Shopping Guide
Get ready, set, shopping either by yourself or with a shopping friend. See my earlier post on Fashion Friends. Especially relevant is getting to know a Sales Associate at a store you frequent regularly. While getting better acquainted with personnel, you may be privy to special promotions, services, new arrivals, and sales.
Happy Shopping!