Buy Now or Cry Later: Making the Most of the Mid-Season Sales

Need an excuse to do a bit of online shopping? Nah, us neither, but right now there’s even more reason to have a look online as it’s mid-season sale time again and brands are making huge discounts across their winter lines. But sales don’t have to mean that you get a great deal on something you can’t wear for another 3 seasons, there’s still loads of great buys that are perfect for right now. Shop wisely this sale time and bag those all important autumn/winter essentials that you hadn’t got round to purchasing yet.

Winter Coat

Winter is the perfect time to layer up and to top it all off you need the perfect cold weather coat. Breathe a bit of life into this everyday essential and retire last year’s overcoat for something a bit fresher with one of these top bargains. Need something relaxed for weekends? Try a heavy parka or quilted jacket to keep away the chill, or smarten up your workwear throw-on with a duster coat in a colour that’s good enough to eat. Bag this coral New Look number for just £18 in the sale.

Parka / Quilted Coat / Coat

Winter Boots

Another winter essential that your feet just can’t live without! Work LA laid-back cool, a la Kylie Jenner and fam, with this tan Caterpillar pair – ideal for snow and slippery streets when it’s icy. Keep your tootsies toasty in a chunky pair of traditional style boots like these Blowfish lace-ups, down from £70 to £46! Add some wintery style to any outfit with this black heeled pair, perfect for the daytime or a dressed-down night out when strappy sandals just aren’t cutting it. Check out Daniel Footwear for some great winter styles with 15% off too!

Caterpillar Boots / Heeled Ankle Boots / Blowfish Boots

Christmas Party Outfit

Whether you’re counting down the sleeps or in denial about the whole festive period, one thing is for sure, it’s not long until the annual Christmas party; a night to let your hair down and ring in the Christmas cheer with your colleagues. Avoid a last minute outfit drama by bagging your party look now – these three are festive, affordable and party-ready, all you need is your dancing shoes! Grab this glittery midi dress for just £22 down from £35.

Lace Playsuit / Dress / Wrap Dress

Winter Accessories

If you already did all your autumn/winter shopping months ago, in preparation for the cold weather, you can still take advantage of the sales by treating yourself to some wintery accessories. A smart wool hat will add a touch of style and bring any outfit together. Faux fur is this season’s hottest (literally!) texture to sport, so wrap up warm with this faux fur, fluffy scarf. And don’t let your fingers feel the chill, invest in a pair of shearling mittens, this purse friendly pair will keep you warm for £21 down from £28.

Hat / Faux Fur Scarf / Mittens

A Little Treat

Finally, what would sale season be without the chance to buy something that would otherwise be out of your price range? The sales are the ideal time to give yourself a little treat without the credit card statement-inducing guilt! This suede jacket is an absolute steal with over £130 off the original price, whilst this pair of Ted Baker heel come in at a smooth £40 off the normal price. The ultimate sales find has to be this real leather bucket bag, though, now half price, reduced from a whopping £280!

Suede Jacket / Heels / Bucket Bag

Whether you’re looking for a particular winter essential saving, or just fancy a treat, make the most of the mid-season sales, as once those last few bargains are gone, they’re gone!