Don’t miss out: Do your Christmas shopping early on Black Friday 2021

It’s only October, but it’s already time to start your holiday shopping. Every year, you see shoppers waiting until the last minute to do their Christmas shopping. Many get stuck in overcrowded shopping malls and are forced to spend a lot of money on gifts in desperation. Fortunately, if you plan carefully and well in advance, you can get your shopping done early and even save while doing so. 

• Christmas 2021 is around the corner
• Save while you do your Christmas shopping on Black Friday
• When is Black Friday 2021?
• Make the most of Black Friday 2021

Christmas 2021 is around the corner

Believe it or not, but Christmas is literally just a few weeks away. It’s very easy to get caught up in the end-of-the-year hustle and bustle and forget about running important errands before the holidays. Luckily, with Black Friday coming up, you can tick off one thing on your list: Christmas shopping. 

Save while you do your Christmas shopping on Black Friday

If you plan well in advance, you can get your hands on amazing specials this Black Friday. The trick is to have a shopping list and a budget and to compare prices before the day. This will help you to stay on track and not splurge on items you do not need. 

What to expect on Black Friday 2021

Considering that an average South African historically spent around R1600 during Black Friday on groceries, clothes, electronics and shoes, products are expected to fly off the shelf again this year. 

But keeping in mind the current pandemic and the fear of large crowds gathering, many purchases will be done online. It is expected that some of the most popular stores will include Game, Makro, Pick n Pay, Checkers, Edgars, Incredible Connection, MTN and Vodacom. Shoppers will most likely look for non-perishable food, clothes, shoes, and electronics as Christmas gifts. 

So, what can you expect to buy on Black Friday?

• Get your Christmas groceries early 

The Christmas holiday is usually filled with delicious food and drinks. And shops are stocked to the brim with incredible Christmas snacks and non-perishable foods. But if you wait too long, your Christmas shopping can cost you a fortune! 

Luckily, with Black Friday coming up, you can get your hands on amazing deals. Browse online catalogues on Kimbino and see which stores have specials on your favourite Christmas food and drinks. It can be useful to make a shopping list in advance and then compare prices on similar products at different stores before you start shopping. 

This year, Checkers and Pick n Pay are expected to be the big contenders for food and drink specials. 

• Buy Christmas gifts in advance 

It’s a great idea to buy some Christmas presents on the Black Friday sale. Make a list of all the people you want to buy gifts for, as well as possible gift options. This way, you will know exactly what to look for on the big day. If you need to buy for a large group of people, it’s wise to make wish lists on the websites of your favourite online retailers and then simply checkout on Black Friday. 

It is predicted that most shoppers will look for electronics as Christmas gifts. Shops that are likely to have the best deals this year include Game, Makro, Incredible Connection and HiFi Corp. Popular products include TVs, audio systems, cameras, phones, and laptops. It is recommended to start shopping early as the most sought-after products will fly off the shelves. 

• Update your Christmas wardrobe 

Who doesn’t want to look their best on Christmas day? Many clothing retailers have incredible Black Friday specials on clothes for men, women, and children.

Some of the stores to look out for include Mr Price, Superbalist, Jet, Sportscene and Sportsmans Warehouse. Be sure to browse their online catalogues to have a look at what’s on offer before the day. Also, if you’re planning to shop online, it is advisable to open online accounts and add your shipping information before the day so you can simply check out on Black Friday. 

When is Black Friday 2021?

This year, Black Friday is on the 26th of November. However, in recent years, many retailers have begun offering deals from the start of the month. This has led to many shoppers calling it ‘Black November’. So, be sure to keep your eyes open for special starting early. And if you get paid later in the month, don’t stress, many Black Friday deals run until the end of the month.

Make the most of Black Friday 2021

For many, Black Friday is a day to avoid malls and shops. However, if you know exactly what you want to buy, and you organise your shopping list and budget early, you can save a whole lot. Christmas is around the corner, and it is usually an expensive holiday if you plan to buy food, drinks, clothes and gifts. However, if you make the most of Black Friday you can save time and money this Christmas. After all, Christmas should be a time to relax and have fun, not run around the mall. So, be sure to take advantage of retailers’ low prices this Black Friday.