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HomeStyleThe Black Friday Frenzy of 2024: Are We Still Falling for It?

The Black Friday Frenzy of 2024: Are We Still Falling for It?

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Are You Really Saving? The Truth Behind Black Friday Madness

Once again, the end of November rolls around, and with it, the promise—or illusion—of spectacular savings. Black Friday 2024 lands on November 29, offering the annual spectacle of doorbuster deals, shoppers camping outside stores, and, of course, that frenzied rush to buy things we didn’t know we “needed.” Originating as a post-Thanksgiving shopping tradition in the U.S., Black Friday has evolved (or mutated?) into a global retail carnival, sweeping up New York, London, Paris, and Milan along the way.

But is it all it’s cracked up to be? Retailers know how to manipulate us. The once-a-year sales have grown into weeks-long events, with sneaky markups weeks prior to Black Friday, followed by “discounts” that aren’t always what they seem. Flash sales, limited stock, and strategic marketing ploys create a false urgency designed to push us to the checkout line faster than you can say “75% off.”

Pro Tips for Surviving Black Friday Without Buyer’s Remorse:

  1. Do Your Research: Check prices before Black Friday so you can spot real discounts. Retailers have a knack for inflating original prices to make discounts look steeper.
  2. Make a List (and Stick to It!): Enter with a game plan. Wander aimlessly, and you’ll leave with a cart full of impulse buys (hello, LED foot massager you’ll never use).
  3. Shop Smartly Online: Bookmark items and keep tabs on genuine price drops using tracking tools or browser extensions.
  4. Ignore the Hype: Just because it’s on “sale” doesn’t mean you need it.

Top Spots for Black Friday Deals:

  • New York: Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Best Buy, and Bloomingdale’s are known for doorbuster deals.
  • London: Harrods, Selfridges, and Liberty London offer everything from luxury steals to tech bargains.
  • Paris: Printemps and Galeries Lafayette mix chic French fashion with irresistible discounts.
  • Milan: Rinascente and high-end fashion outlets attract crowds hunting for the best designer deals.

So, this Black Friday, tread carefully, think wisely, and let the rush pass by if the “deals” don’t deliver.

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