Christmas Shopping Guide

Christmas is right around the corner and I know it can get overwhelming trying to find the perfect gifts for family and friends, while staying within your budget. Well here are some things I do to make Christmas shopping a little easier.

How do I know what gift to buy?

I usually just ask my family and friends what they want for Christmas. I know some may think this takes away the element of surprise, but I’d rather buy something they want rather than waste money and time having to return something they dislike. And if we could be honest, we all have received gifts that we didn’t like or gave away.

Now with my husband, Christmas shopping is completely different. I never ask him what he wants because we are always together and I know what he likes and wants. I pay close attention when we are at shopping centers or when he’s looking at things online (stalk much..lol). I’m sure shopping for your spouse or significant other can be difficult for some, my advice, pay attention and become inspector gadget for a while!

How do I shop on a budget?

Price checking, price matching, online shopping, outlets & discount stores.

Every year my husband and I agree on the amount we will spend on all Christmas gifts and we don’t go over that amount. One thing I do is price checking. I search for whatever gift I’m looking for and see who has it for the lowest price. The next thing I do is price matching. Many times we see the item and immediately we buy it without checking to see if someone else has it cheaper and if the store you found it at will match the price. So be sure to check! Online shopping is also a great way to stay within your holiday budget, I know some people don’t like shopping online and are extra careful during the holidays due to the hackers and scammers. Be sure the sites you are purchasing from are secure and if you want to be extremely safe use PayPal, this is one method that I use to protect myself when I’m shopping online. Shopping online can definitely save more money than going in the stores. For example, JC Penney’s online coupons are always better than in store. You may get 20% off in store, but 60% off online. Due to technology taking over, many stores have invested money into the online shopping experience. Take advantage of these deals. Last but not least we have outlet malls, these malls have all the top brand retail stores with marked down merchandise. And then there are discount stores like TJ Maxx, Marshalls, etc., you can find amazing gifts for affordable process at these places. They carry designer brands and electronics. You’ll be surprised at some of the things you can find. Don’t sleep on the discount stores!

I hope these were some helpful tips to ease your Christmas shopping experience this year. Let me know if you use them and if they were of some assistance to you! What are some of your tips for Christmas shopping?

OUTFIT DETAILS

I absolutely loved mixing the horizontal and vertical stripes! It's daring, but absolutely chic! I paired it with my over the knee boots, which makes this a perfect winter outfit! 

TOP- Local Boutique

SKIRT- NY&Co. (Eva Mendes Collection)

BOOTS- Guess

CHOKER- Charlotte Russe 

WATCH- Diesel 

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