Black Friday and the environment – shop wisely!

With Black Friday 2019 around the corner, many South Africans are already getting ready to spend. Black Friday is seen as the biggest shopping day of the year and many people around the world spend huge amounts of money on Black Friday sales, including groceries promotions, clothing specials, electronics and homeware sales. Even though you can save a lot of money on this day, it is important to shop wisely. Not only can you quickly blow your budget and buy things that you don’t need, but the large consumption of products on this day can take a huge toll on the environment. 

Why is it important to spend your money wisely this Black Friday? 

You can easily overspend 

The excitement of Black Friday often leads to many people overspending. This is dangerous, as it can lead to maxed-out credit cards and being broke during the December holidays. 

You may buy products you don’t want or need 

Usually, after big shopping days, such as the day before Christmas and Black Friday, many people throw out products they bought on specials, but no longer want or need. Often food items bought in bulk expire and must be thrown out. Many stores also have a no-return policy on Black Friday specials and therefore, items that are the wrong sizes or are faulty will have to be discarded of. This is taking a toll on the environment. 

Keeping these factors in mind, Black Friday is still the perfect opportunity to get your hands on specials you won’t find on any other day during the year. Follow these quick tips to ensure you shop wisely, stay in your budget and buy only what you need – preparing in advance can save you a lot of time and money! 

Tips for Black Friday 2019

• Set a strict budget
• Make a list of everything you need
• Browse Black Friday catalogues
• Look for environmentally friendly products

Set a strict budget

One of the most important parts of preparing for Black Friday, is to set a strict budget. Decide long in advance how much you are willing to spend and set this money aside. Once Black Friday arrives, make sure you leave your credit cards and extra money at home. It can be quite tempting to spend more money once you see all the amazing deals! 

Make a list of everything you need

It is easy to buy things you don’t need on Black Friday. Many people do not prepare in advance, and get caught up in the chaos, leading to overspending and buying things they don’t want or need. This usually leads to a lot of waste after Black Friday which has a negative impact on the environment in the long run. Therefore, it is vital to make a list of everything you want or need before the big day. This way, you will feel organised and confident and will definitely use what you buy.

Browse Black Friday catalogues

Once you know exactly what you want to buy, it is wise to browse around to find the lowest deals. Use online catalogues from your favourite store to find the best specials. Websites such as Kimbino offers all the latest catalogues, including the Black Friday specials, conveniently online – be sure to browse around before the big day! 

Look for environmentally friendly products

To ensure you shop wisely, look for eco-friendly products on sale. This way, you will save money and promote the health of the environment in the long run. Stay clear of low-quality products on Black Friday, but carefully consider every item you buy. Low-quality products can lead to more waste in the future. 

Black Friday is an exciting day for shoppers around the world and you can save a lot of money on this day. However, it is important to shop wisely to ensure you stay within your budget, you buy only what you need, and you reduce your waste. Luckily, with the right tips, you can make the most out of this day without any negative consequences.