Ready.. Set.. Black Friday!
Oh my gosh, I can’t believe that we are already towards the end of November and it’s Thanksgiving! It’s officially holiday season so you know what that means. Shopping, shopping, and more shopping. Although I love spending a good coin, Black Friday and I have a love/ hate relationship. I love a good deal, but I hate to deal with the hustle and bustle of it all. Although you won’t see me shopping for Black Friday, Cyber Monday I’m ready for you. But you know me, I’m going to get you ready for all the sales of the season and even some tips to help you out before and while you’re shopping. Just a reminder these are a few sales I’ve seen thus far. If you see any store or online retailer that has a really good sale, please comment I would love to know another place where I can spend my money.
If you’re looking for cute stylish clothing Lulu’s has it! Although they are an online retailer, they are still giving you the best deals on all of their products. For Black Friday everything is 25-90% off with Free Shipping! That’s what I call amazing!
The Holy Grail, F21! I love F21 not only because they are cheap but because they are cheap and I can get a fashionable trendy item at a good price range. Fast Fashion in the Flesh (lol) F21 has already started their BF sale online and in some stores. As of right now, the sale is 50% off of a variety of styles and 30% off of dresses and accessories.
The place where I know all my money will be spent on items I want and not really what I need, but I still need it! Red Card members this is the time to get your shopping on. November 27th is the day that red cardholders will be allowed early access to the BF sale online! If you are not a red card member that same night at 6 pm you will be allowed to shop! I’ve attached the print ad so y’all can see the goodies!
In-store everything is 50% off. Shoes, Clothing, and Accessories are all 50% Off! ( Amazing!!!) All of the gifts and home are 40% off! But wait for it… Online has so many good deals. BOGO 70% off of select items, 50% off shoes, clothes, gifts, home, and accessories. Online is where it’s at!!
I love J. Crew!! They will be having a big sale this Friday. For reward members, you have early access (Lucky). 50% Off your total purchase and an extra 60% off of sales styles. If you’re not a rewards member you still will receive 40% off of your purchase and 60% off of clothing instore and online!
Shopping Local:
If you are in the GPT or OS area, Bella rose is having a huge BF blowout! You wanna get there early!!! Here are their discounts by the hour: 6 AM-7 AM 50% off, 7 AM-8 AM 40% off, and 8 AM -Close 30% off.
Love Ivy (OS)
Love Ivy is having a huge sale!! Here are their discounts by the hour: 7AM-8AM 50% off, 8AM-9AM 40% off, 9AM-12PM 30% off, & 12PM-7PM 20% off!
Go shopping on Thanksgiving Day… Say, Less! Head over to Coral Boutique and pick up some BOGO 50% off items. Get there early, doors open at 6 pm!
VL will be open on Thanksgiving Day as well (6 PM-12 PM) If you like late night shopping they have you covered. Here are their discounts by the hour for Thursday: 6 PM-7 PM 50% off apparel, 7 PM-8 PM 30% off apparel, and 8 PM-12 PM 20% off apparel 10% off jewelry. Here are Fridays discounts by the hour: 6 AM-7 AM 50% off apparel, 7 AM-8 AM 30% off of apparel, 8 AM-9 PM 20% off of apparel 10% off Jewelry all day long! Make sure you check out their IG to see the sales for each location (Outlet & Edgewater)
If you’re in Kosciusko, go ahead and stop by Holt & Company for their BF sale! Here are their discounts by the hour 8 AM-10 AM 30% off the entire store and 10 AM-6 PM 20% off the entire store!
Deep South Pout
This is for my Starkville peeps (miss y’all). DSP all the way for Black Friday! Here are their discounts by the hour: 6 AM - 8 AM 40% off storewide, 8 AM - 10 AM 30% off storewide, and 10 AM -6 PM 20% off storewide. Also the first 50 people in line will receive a free T-shirt!!!
Here are some BF tips that I used to help me on this long but fun day!
1) Know the Difference between what you want VS. want you need
Already plan out what you are going to purchase. Having a plan in your head of the items you need is very important. Distractions will def come. By having a game plan for the stores you want to go to and the products that you have to buy, Black Friday shopping will be a breeze.
2) Bring a friend
Having someone to say “ No, you don’t need that Jasmine” is my favorite kind of shopping partner. Bring a friend that is fun to go shopping with but also stern enough to put you right back on track. Also, people are people and sometimes it can get a little crazy, having someone in your corner for backup is always needed when shopping in big crowds!
3) Coffee is a must
I’m not a hard going coffee drinker, but this would be the day I would transform into one. Depending on the stores you attend you might be up at the crack of dawn to be the first to purchase your items. You will need the energy to make it through the day! Drink that Coffee girl, you got this!
4) Don’t forget to eat and take a break
If you’re like me in any shape or form, when you’re on a mission there is no stopping or taking a break. I’m going to finish what I started and nothing will break my focus. But in this case, take a food break and rest. The stores you’re going to are stationary, which means they are not going anywhere. Most of the time stores close at 9 pm on BF so you have plenty of time to break your shopping up.
Last But Not Least, Please be kind to everyone, Especially Retail Employees
Retail is important. Retail employees are important. We are all human and we will sometimes have a bad attitude or day. Just show them some love! Keeping a store up to par is already a hard thing to do, just think about how hectic it is for them when over 100 people are in the store at one time. Be courteous and understanding if something goes wrong with your purchase or if they don’t have a certain item you can. Help them out. If you are looking through a rack and the top that you just touched falls to the floor, just place it back. It only takes two seconds. Imagine someone coming to your 9-5 job wrecking your desk you’ve fixed all day, it would def. suck; treat them like you want to be treated. When they ask you about your day or how you are, answer them back, make a connection with them. All in all, they are there to help you, and you can intern help them.
I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving and a blast shopping this Friday! Please stay safe and shop a little for your girl!
Jasmine B.