Dos and dont's of shopping during sale season!

A woman loves the four letter word SALE!  But let's be honest, with so many options now suddenly in your price range, one is bound to get confused and dazed.

Often we end up indulging in impulse shopping or convince ourselves that we need certain products just because it is on 70% off!

To help you out, we have compiled a list of do's and don't during sale shopping. 

Starting with the Dos:

Do: Buy in shops that offer refunds: Most stores do not exchange sale items later. Find out about the shop's exchange policy! 

Do:  Buy the best quality you can afford: If you are shopping for discounted products, might as well invest in good quality. 

Do: Check online: Often the same product is available at a cheaper price online, make sure you thoroughly check the online sales before you hit the malls. 

Do: Try everything you buy: You have chosen a cart full of clothes and you’re dreading the trial room queue. Nevertheless, try your clothes by all means. It is because, due to the sale euphoria, there is a tendency to buy everything that pleases the eye. However, not all the outfits that please the eye will suit you. So try you must.

Do: Set a budget: Spending too much during the sale season, beats the entire purpose of shopping during the sales. Make sure you set a budget so you don't go overboard. 

Do: Do it alone: Don't let others impose their choices on your, or influence your decision. You know yourself the best, so go sale shopping alone! 

Do: Buy Basics: Stock up on things you keep buying on a recurring basis, like socks, a bra or t-shirts. 

Do: Buy Jeans: Jeans are one item that we keep restocking and never ever goes out of fashion! So take full advantage of the sale season and stock those jeans on! 

Do: Buy investment pieces: If there has been a branded perfume or luxury watch that you were eyeing for a while, now is the time to strike! 

Do:  If it can be altered, buy it: It is one size too big for you? But it is at 70% off! See if the garment can be easily altered and if the answer is yes, then girl, swipe that card!! 

Do: Plan Ahead: Make of list of things you need so you keep an eye out for. If you are looking for a moto-jacket, then don't get distracted by that cocktail dress. 

Do: Search for promo codes when shopping online: Google is your friend - be proactive about getting the best discount possible.

Moving on to the Don'ts

Don’t: Settle: If you’re still dreaming of a better version of that lace-up heels or that leather skirt, you’re not buying the right piece.

Don't: Ask for the opinion of shop assistants: They have sales targets to achieve and unlike your friends, their opinion will not be unbiased. 

Don't: Go shopping empty stomach: It is human nature to make impulse decisions on an empty stomach. As bizarre as this sounds, make sure you eat a good meal before you go scouting for the best deals. 

Don't': Be unrealistic: Too small, but losing weight? Yeah right. 

Don’t: Be Lazy: Shop around and look for the best deal. Different stores give different discounts all the time, make sure you weigh all your options. 

Hope these tips were helpful! 

Comment below and let us know what are you looking to purchase this sale season.