Hit the stores at the beginning of the sale so that you get the best styles for your self.
Try shopping on weekdays, preferably during the day time to avoid crowd.
Buy in large quantities to make maximum use of the discounts.
Put the high-end products on your shoplist as EOSS (End of Season sale) is the best time to get the most aspired styles at the best price. And most importantly plan your trip to the sales. It would help a great deal in saving time and money if you have your entire shopping plan charted out.
A "sale" price isn't always the "best" price. Some merchants may offer a sale price on an item for a limited time; others may discount the price on the same item every day. Having an item's manufacturer, model number, and other identifying information can help you get the best price for the item you want.
Some merchants will match, or even beat, a competitor's prices — at least for a limited time. Read the merchant's pricing policy. It may not apply to all items.
Check out websites that compare prices for items offered online. Some sites also may compare prices offered at stores in your area. If you decide to buy online, keep shipping costs and delivery time in mind.
Calculate bargain offers that are based on purchases of additional merchandise- For example, "buy one, get one free," "free gift with purchase," or "free shipping with minimum purchase" may sound enticing. If you don't really want or need the item, it's not a deal.
When prices are slashed the temptation to buy can be overwhelming even when the garment in question is not the right size. If those shoes are too small, jeans too tight or skirt too short then it will be a waste of money rather than a steal. Keep a cool head and only part with your cash if it's really worth it.
Write a list of questions and take them with you so you can keep asking yourself if the item in question is worth it. Shopping criteria for buying in the sales has seen a shift towards seeking out quality, long lasting items rather than impulse purchases.
Make a list what you need and the shops you can get these from. Get there early to be sure you don't miss out. Or avoid the crowds and scrambling through the rails altogether and shop the sales from the comfort.
Set your budget and stick to it. Don't be tempted by a price tag. This truly is the golden rule - only ever buy an item if it is a style which truly flatters you. It may have 50% off, but it is not an investment piece if it just sits in the bottom of your wardrobe never to be worn.
If you stick to the staple pieces, you can't go wrong. Invest in timeless, well-cut dresses, jackets and trousers, without any obvious references to current trends. You'll then be able to wear them season after season.
Clearance buys are often a great deal, but it's important to read the fine print. Finding a shirt for Rs 500 is great, but not if you can't return it if it doesn't fit.
Always read or ask about the clearance return policy. In most cases, all clearance jewelry sales are final, but plenty of stores offer store credit in lieu of a refund for clearance clothes. Stores do not want to see out-of-season merchandise boomeranging back to the store since they need space for new wares. That's why most clearance return policies are pretty short, usually around 14 days.