It’s a given that shopping involves spending money, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be smart about it and save a few dollars along the way! There are plenty of tips and tricks to help you save money while you shop. And in girl math, the money you save is just extra earnings in your pocket! From browser extensions to the best times to shop, consider this your savvy shopping guide.
Use these tips to save money the next time you go shopping:
Use Browser extensions, such as Honey
If you’re new to the world of browser extensions, you’re in for a treat. Honey, for example, is completely free to download, and it automatically searches for coupon codes while you shop. At checkout, you just click the Honey extension, and it does the rest – trying any and all recent coupon codes that customers have used on the specific site you’re shopping at. (Not sponsored, we just love it).
Wait for sales
It goes without saying, but we’re going to say it anyway – wait for sales. Especially if you’re planning on going on a shopping spree. That way, you’ll only spend a fraction of what you normally would. Different stores and brands have varying sale patterns, but dates like Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Boxing Day, and towards the end of each season, are safe bets to expect markdowns. Also… you already know we love a good warehouse sale.
Make Wish Lists
One of the best ways to save money is by avoiding impulse buys. Keep a shopping wish list on hand and try not to stray from it. For example, if you notice a particular gap in your wardrobe, jot it down in your notes app and focus on shopping for the things on your wish list rather than just aimlessly shopping. You can also make wish lists directly on most online retailer’s websites in order to keep tabs on your most coveted pieces.
Pay With A Credit Card
You have to be careful with this one, as it can be all too easy to slip into debt, but simply paying with your credit card instead of debit or cash (only spending the amount you would on debit or cash, anyway) can earn you points and cashback (depending on your plan), but it also allows you to shop in a secure way.
Sign-Up For Emails
As much as no one likes receiving too many branded emails in their inbox, you never know when that one email with a coupon code or information on a limited-time sale will come in. It’s definitely worth signing up for your favourite brand’s email subscriptions! Fun fact: In our weekly newsletter, we always include a round-up of 20 sales happening at the moment. 😉
Join Rewards Programs
Almost every brand you shop at likely has some kind of rewards program at this point. Be sure to join the reward programs from your favourite brands to get all kinds of perks. Sephora, for example, offers a point-based rewards program, where you can earn points to get free products or money off – plus get access to exclusive discounts during sale times.
Know The Return Policy
We’ve all been guilty of buying an item, it not working out, and then it just ends up staying in the bag past the literal point of no return. Before buying anything, make sure to know the return policy, and actually return within the return window if it doesn’t end up working out! Otherwise, you might as well just throw out your money.
Compare Prices
Shopping savvy is all about making informed shopping decisions. Before pulling the trigger on a specific item, do your research to ensure you’re getting the best price.
Use Coupons
Whether you’re shopping online or in person, never neglect the power of a coupon! Browse the internet, check your mail for flyers, and tune into your favourite influencers offering discount codes!
Do Your Own Quality Inspecting
When shopping in person, always do your own quality inspection. Check for any flaws, loose seams, or signs of a poorly made item. Follow @wangjenniferr on TikTok for tips on what to look for when checking garments for quality. When shopping online, be sure to perform your own little inspection when you receive it before pulling off any tags.
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One of the most iconic and highly anticipated sale events of the season is here! That’s right, Bay Days, where you can score major discounts on a ton of different items from your favourite brands at Hudson’s Bay, is back!
While Hudson’s Bay Rewards members get early access, the sale is open to all shoppers from October 17th to November 3rd.
You can participate in Bay Days in-store and online at TheBay.com, saving up to 60% on everything from cookware to outerwear. Plus, you won’t want to miss out on a ton of exciting door crashers!
Don’t miss out on these door crashers:
Other Bay Day finds we’re shopping:
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Now that the crisp fall weather has finally caught up with the season, it’s officially time to embrace fall fashion and all of its glory. We’ve already organized our closets, bringing knits, layering staples, and all of our best long sleeves to the front – and, of course, opened up some space to add new arrivals to the mix. As “professional” shoppers, we rarely miss a stylish new arrival, so naturally, our shopping wish lists can get quite long – and only the best of the best make it from the racks of the store to behind our closet doors. From knee-high boots to must-have jackets, keep scrolling to browse what new pieces we’re shopping for fall.
Shop our favourite fall new arrivals:
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The Toronto shopping neighbourhood known for its upscale tenants has just welcomed an unlikely new neighbour, Urban Planet.
Bloor Street is notably home to a crowd of luxury retailers such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Chanel, and more. Although it also has more approachable residents like Aritzia, Roots, and Winners, to name a few, the street is well-known for its high-end occupants. Urban Planet, however, is known for its affordable fashion offerings.
The new Urban Planet location is taking over where Club Monaco once lived, in a picturesque, historical building, which features large columns and a small staircase leading up to its doors — an undeniable contrast to Urban Planet locations we’re used to visiting.
According to Retail Insider, a 2-year lease has been signed by YM Inc. (Urban Planet’s parent company), even though the sign outside the store says it’s a “pop-up.”
The store, which offers trendy, affordable apparel and accessories for men, women, and teens, is located at 157 Bloor Street West in Toronto and is open for the public to shop as of October 11th, 2024. It also features a section dedicated to Forever 21.
Opinions in the comments of Urban Planets Instagram post announcing its new location are divided. One comment states, “This brand does not match with the architectural elegance of the building,” another says, “Weird store to have in Yorkville…” While other comments seem to be excited about the new location sharing, “YESSSSS” and “EPICCCCCC.”
Will you be visiting the new Bloor Street Urban Planet location?
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The Thanksgiving long weekend is here, and a ton of our favourite brands are showing thanks by offering all kinds of deals and discounts! Treat yourself to a side of shopping with your pumpkin pie this weekend.
Scroll to shop long weekend deals!
Lululemon
Lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much‘ section is stocked full of workout gear up to 50% off – don’t walk run.
Anthropologie
Explore Anthropologie’s sale section to find amazing deals on wardrobe staples, home goods, and more!
Abercrombie & Fitch
Get cozy with up to 20% off all sweaters and sweatshirts at Abercrombie, plus enjoy 15% off almost everything else.
SSENSE
Find deals up to 70% off your favourite designer brands.
Wayfair
Prep your home for the holiday season during Wayfair’s Big Holiday Sale and score up to 60% off!
Gap
Shop fall styles for 40 to 60% off right now!
Kotn
For a limited time, save up to 50% off seasonal styles at Kotn.
Frank And Oak
Save on fall fashion essentials during Frank And Oak’s fall sale! Score 25% off everything.
Dynamite
We spy deals up to 56% off at Dynamite! Over 100 new items have been added to the sale.
Coach Outlet
Find deals on all your favourite accessories for up to 70% off.
Everlane
Enjoy 25% off sitewide during Everlane’s Friends & Family sale!
Cozy Earth
Save up to 25% on bedding, bath, and more at Cozy Earth.
Fossil Outlet
Time’s ticking – Score up to 70% off on new arrivals at Fossil Outlet.
Steve Madden
Use code ‘THANKS’ to save 20% off on select fall faves.
Mango
Mango is celebrating Thanksgiving by offering 30% off everything. Shopping spree, anyone?
Levi’s
Enjoy an extra 50% off sale styles! It feels like it just might be time for a new pair of jeans.
Madewell
Use code ‘LONGWEEKEND’ to get an extra 40% off sale!
Kate Spade
Take an extra 30% off sale styles.
Amazon
Prime Day may be over, but there are still a ton of discounts to shop in Amazon’s deals section.
Our Place
Our Place is hosting its very own “We Made Too Much Sale” – right now, it’s stocked full of lavender goodness.
Happy shopping!
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In case you have yet to notice, suede is having a major moment right now. Even more so than in autumn’s past! The supple fabric adds an element of fall luxury to any outfit. And we’ve been seeing it everywhere, from the streets of fashion week to our feeds on Instagram, in form of jackets, bags, boots, and everything in between.
The con? The price. Authentic suede is made from leather, so it can really get up there in price. If you want to get the look of suede without paying top dollar, your options are either to test your luck at the thrift or to opt for vegan suede options, instead. We’ve found 9 of the latter so you can get the look for less.
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StyleDemocracy is excited to announce that the Puma Toronto Warehouse Sale is back! Enjoy up to 70% off on a wide selection of shoes, apparel, and accessories for men, women, and kids.
from October 2nd to 6th, 2024, visit us at The International Centre Mississauga, Hall 2, to shop a ton of amazing deals you won’t find anywhere else.
Psst. Please ensure you love the items you buy because all sales are final.
What you should know before you visit:
– FREE PARKING: there are hundreds of free parking spots.
– Final sale: no returns or exchanges will be accepted. Credit/Debit Only – No Cash.
– No price adjustments.
-No large bags, food, or drink allowed. Shopping bags will be provided.
– Expect line ups: this event is too good to miss so you should expect lineups to enter the event and at cashpoints. If you’re a member of SDClub+, You can expect much shorter wait times as members have dedicated lineups. We’ll provide updates on wait times on our Instagram @styledemocracy.
– Please note – doors are subject to close early.
Here’s a sneak peek of what to expect!
Sale dates & hours:
When: October 2 – October 6
Wednesday: 10 am – 9 pm
Thursday: 10 am – 9 pm
Friday: 10 am – 9 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
*Please note that doors are subject to close early
Where: The International Centre Hall 2
6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8
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Amazon Prime Day is quickly approaching on October 8th and 9th, 2024! So it’s time to set your alarms and get ready to save! Even though the massive savings event isn’t (quite) here yet, we always like to fill our carts in advance so we can quickly check out when the time comes. Plus, there are already a ton of early deals to shop!
First thing’s first – What is Prime Day?
Amazon’s Prime Day is a two-day shopping event during which Prime members get exclusive access to millions (yes, millions) of deals on Amazon. Some notable participating brands include Paula’s Choice, Peloton, Ninja, Amazon (obviously), and so much more.
How to prep for Prime Day:
There are some simple things you can do in preparation for Prime Day to ensure you have the most successful shopping experience possible:
- Sign up to be a Prime member. In order to participate in Prime Day and all of its glory, you need to be a member. (You can sign up for a 30-day free trial if you’re not already signed up). After the trial, the membership is just $9.99 per month or $99 per year.
- Set up deal notifications. Prime members can set up personalized deal notifications to be notified when their recent searches and product views have deals, so you never miss a discount.
- Build your cart. In order to secure you’re best chances of snagging the items you want to buy on sale before they sell out, have them ready in your cart. This avoids last-minute scrambling!
- Take advantage of early deals. As we mentioned, a ton of items are already marked down on Amazon! Take advantage of these early deals to ensure you don’t miss out.
Here’s what we’re shopping:
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It’s finally the weekend! Sit back, relax, and enjoy shopping these 20 deals.
Don’t miss these deals!
Abercrombie & Fitch
Enjoy 20% off fall essentials at Abercrombie!
Lululemon
Lululemon’s ‘We Made Too Much‘ section is stocked full of workout gear up to 50% off – don’t walk run.
Coach Outlet
Find deals on all your favourite accessories for up to 70% off.
Joe Fresh
Give your closet a refresh with 25% off select styles at Joe Fresh!
Everlane
Shop up to 75% off sweaters, pants, shoes, and more.
Gap
Enjoy 50% off your purchase during Gap’s Fall Style Event!
Amazon
Find all kinds of markdowns ahead of Amazon’s Prime Day.
Dynamite
Enjoy an extra 30% off sale at Dynamite. New styles have been added!
SSENSE
Score up to 70% off your favourite designer brands.
Charles & Keith
We spy deals up to 30% off in Charles & Keith’s sale section! New shoes or bag, anyone?
Anthropologie
Explore Anthropologie’s sale section to find amazing deals on wardrobe staples, home goods, and more!
Bouclair
Enjoy up to 25% off furniture, home decor, and more during Bouclair’s Friends & Family sale.
Zwilling
Score all kinds of great deals on kitchen and cookware!
Urban Outfitters
Find all kinds of goodies in UO’s sale section.
Cozy Earth
Save up to 25% on luxury bedding and bath!
Sephora
Find deals on Fenty Beauty, Rose Inc, Sephora Collection, and more at Sephora right now.
Banana Republic
Last chance to get 40% off your purchase at Banana Republic – don’t miss out!
L.L.Bean
Save up to 50% off on all kinds of L.L.Bean fall essentials.
Fossil
If you’re in the market for a new watch, Fossil is currently offering 20% off one style or 30% off two.
Paula’s Choice
Get 20% off clearer skin at Paula’s Choice right now!
Happy shopping!
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When shopping for essentials at the drugstore, it’s practically mandatory to pick up a treat for yourself, too. And we’re not talking chocolate bars here. The beauty section is our version of Candyland, and there’s no shortage of products to indulge in.
There is so much newness hitting the beauty shelves at Shoppers Drug Mart right now, and it’s all oh-so-tempting to try. From affordable to high-end, you can shop a huge variety of beauty brands all under the same roof that you get your medicine cabinet supplies. Plus, from now until October 4th, the Shoppers Beauty+ Event is on, where you can shop more than 2,800 beauty products and earn loads of PC Optimum points on select beauty offers.
If you’re looking to upgrade your beauty stash with some new products, there’s no better time than now! Keep reading to discover some of the new makeup, skincare, and fragrance items you can shop right from your local drugstore.
Check out what’s new in beauty at the drugstore:
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