List of Christmas Sales 2013

If, like me, you have been saving your hard earned money for some bargains in the sales you'll probably be wondering when all of the sales start.  So to help here is a mini sales directory of some high street and designer store sales I've heard about so far.For my top tips on how to shop the sales check out my list of things to remember when sale shopping.

Asos    -    Now on

BHS    -    Now on. Up to 50% off selected items.

Debenhams    -    Dec 26. Preview now on!!

Dune    -    Now on

Forever 21    -    Now on

French Connection     -    Now on

Top Tips - Shopping the Sales

It's so easy to get carried away with sale shopping. So many times I'll buy something just because it's less than half price and later on when I'm either looking through my day's purchase or clearing out my wardrobe a few months down the line I wonder why I bothered spending my money on something. Here are my top tips for smart sale shopping:

1. Ask yourself - 'Will I wear this?'

Seems an obvious one but think, do you have an outfit to go with your new dress/top/shoes/bag? Or will it stay in your wardrobe unloved? Or is it really your style or is the price just too tempting? No matter how much you'd love to wear sky-high heels or brightly coloured skinny jeans think about whether you'd actually wear them. Be honest and it'll save any regret.

2. Ask yourself - 'Do I need this?'

If, like me, you find yourself drawn to certain colours, shapes or styles make sure to think about whether you have something similar at home and whether you could better spend your money.