After a busy holiday shopping season which calumniates on Christmas, the first few months of the new year are traditionally known for rising prices and modest discounts. February is the month when people shop for Valentine’s Day. But prices usually increase as the products in demand are rather luxurious. March, however, will turn things around. This month, there will be many great shopping opportunities across various product categories.
Best Things to Buy in March
Previous-Generation Smartphones – If you plan buying a smartphone released in 2015, now is the time to get one. In February during the the Mobile World Congress, technology companies showcased their latest smartphones. As a result, prices of last-year models are progressively sliding. Even iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus can be found at a lower price here.
Winter Clothes and Shoes – You may not need winter apparel right now, but you will certainly will need it later this year. Those consumers, who do not mind shopping early, can make the most of the winter clothing clearances offered by retailers in March. This month, stores will try to get rid of all the big and warm coats that are still hanging around. As a result, 70% or even 90% discounts will be a common sight and some great offers are here.
Chocolate Treats – February is a terrible month if you want to stock up on chocolate. Thanks to Valentine’s Day, the prices of sweets go sky-high. In March, however, you will have no problem finding even chocolate products by high-end brand for a bargain price here.
Travel Luggage – March is considered to be an in-between time in terms of travelling and vacations. Not many people choose to go on vacation during this month. Travellers are traditionally more active during the winter holiday season or during the summer. This results in lower travel luggage prices. If you are looking for a huge suitcase or even an entire luggage set, now is the ideal time to get one here!
Jewelry – Valentine’s Day has the power to increase the price not only of chocolate, but also of that of jewelry. Also, not many people choose to tie the knot in March, which is yet another reason for the declining jewelry prices, but not here.
LED HDTVs – March will also be a great month for TV shopping! Still, if you want to enjoy bid discounts, focus on Japanese brands like Toshiba, Hitachi, Sony and Sharp. The Japanese fiscal year ends on March 31 and HDTV manufacturers from the region will do their best to sell out their last-year models, before introducing the new ones.
Worst Things to Buy in March
4K TVs – Yes, buying an HDTV in March is a good idea, but investing in an Ultra HDTV is something you avoid doing this month… or this year in general. 4K TVs are still in their early days and their price tags will continue to be in the high range for at least a few more months.
Spring Apparel – Shopping for winter clothing might be a bargain move at the moment, but buying spring apparel in March will cost you dear. It is best to stick to your spring collection from last year, this month and start shopping for lighter clothes in April and May, when prices reach more affordable levels.
There are not that many bad choices you can make this month when you shop. Now is the time to be bold and buy some of the things you did not manage to get last Black Friday.
