How to make post-Black Friday purchases that truly matter

Black Friday is over, but you still have time to buy the things you want and passed up. How to make post-Black Friday purchases that really matters? Keep in mind some great discount dates. It's just that the bargain season extends beyond Black Friday. In 2003, U.S. retailers increased store opening hours. That year, Kmart, Walmart and Sears offered pre-dawn discounts. That was the same year that Black Friday became the most profitable shopping day of the year, according to data from the International Council of Shopping Centers. Shoppers say deals and discounts are the most important factor in store choice, followed by free shipping and a convenient location. It's true that Black Friday has a great tradition in the U.S. because it started here, but if you were busy and missed it you still have a chance to buy Christmas gifts or treat yourself for little money.

Winter sales for clothing

Winter sales generally kick off on the evening of January 6 for online channels and January 7 for physical stores. It's an excellent opportunity to find great deals and renew your closet. Stores like Zara, Mango, Michael Kors or H&M often have up to 65% on some items. Go prepare your baskets at online stores and plan when you're going to go to physical stores to shop guilt-free. At Costco, for example, you can find discounts of up to 50% on jackets and parkas, first layers, socks, hats and gloves, including some products with merino wool, one of the best materials to avoid the cold. They also sell snow suits (jacket+pants) for children, ideal for them to attend school, at very convenient prices. At Academy Sports, a store specialized in sports and indoor/outdoor activities, they have very convenient prices. If you are looking for skates or snowboarding items, you have to give it a spin.

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is celebrated on February 14. This holiday comes from long ago and is commemorated because in the third century in Rome killed the priest Valentine for secretly celebrating marriages of young lovers. Over the years, its celebration has spread to the whole world. On Valentine's Day it is classic for couples to give each other perfumes, flowers, chocolates or jewelry. Although of course each couple is free to decide what gift to give on this special day. That is why stores don’t limit themselves to giving discounts only on the above products but do it in different items to give variety and cover the tastes. Stores in the U.S. always prepare extraordinary discounts for Valentine's Day. You can buy chocolates and perfumes with up to 55% discount. In addition to Black Friday, there are many more options to buy on the cheap. You just have to pay attention to what is more convenient to buy on each date.

My Deals 365 brings you all the discount catalogs of the stores in the U.S. December and January are a great opportunity to shop.