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The bargain calendar – a must for everyone who likes to save money

Looking for bargains? The bargain calendar is a must for anyone who likes to save. Whether you're looking for cheap winter or summer clothing, a new TV or lawn mower. With the bargain calendar you have a nice overview when you can make your move in the stores. Optimal savings starts with the sales calendar.

On sale

Of course, most people know that it is best to buy winter clothes at the end of winter. This also applies to summer clothing that is often already discounted on the shelves in July. However, sale applies to so many more items. It would be a shame to buy a product only to find out for a week that it is now on sale. Handy to have an overview with all the bargains and sales. Of course, some store will deviate from this, but certainly large chains follow the calendar closely.

When it comes to sales, stores take into account the changing of the seasons. Very useful of course for clothing and accessories. After all, that one nice bikini is of little use in the middle of winter. And what to do with warm gloves if the sparrows fall dead from the roof outside from the heat? In addition, other factors are also taken into account. In the case of electronics, for example, consider the release of new devices after major trade fairs. Even holidays, vacations and the receipt of holiday pay are taken into account in the sale.

Smarter buyers take this into account and only buy when the products are on sale. Sale prices can rise considerably, up to tens of percent off the original price. Ideal if you still want to buy that one great winter coat, but the price is actually outside your budget. Just wait for the right moment and score for the next winter season.

You are guaranteed to succeed with these 5 tips for shopping during the sale.

The bargain calendar – a must for everyone who loves to save

Now you are of course curious when you can make your move. In all things, keep in mind that if you really need or absolutely want something, it might be worth considering not waiting for the sale.

January

In January, a lot of things go on sale that have to do with the past holidays. Not only party clothes and, for example, Christmas items, but also toys are often discounted in this month. Ideal to stock up for the expensive December month.

  • Towels
  • Bed linen
  • Toys
  • Christmas items
  • Party wear
  • Boots
  • Clothes (limited, especially underwear, socks and in some cases already clearing winter clothes)
  • Mediamarkt also holds sale due to VAT holidays in January
  • TVs (unless the Netherlands participates in the European Championship or World Cup)

February

February is known as the month of love. This is the last month that stores have the winter collection, because the spring collection comes in March. So it's time to get rid of the stock of winter clothes and that is perfectly possible by holding a sale. But don't forget:March is stirring his tail, so you can safely score that one nice winter coat. You can now also bargain hunt for the following items:

  • Valentine's Day Items
  • Mattresses
  • Furniture
  • Winter clothing
  • Curtains
  • Certain electronics such as stereos
  • Baby gear (via the Mama Mazzeldagen of Prénatal)

March

Spring has at least begun meterologically, time for many people to prepare for this. Now it's time for the stores to have a sale on really winter accessories. In addition, photographers enjoy the fact that this month there is a clearance in the field of photo equipment. Not entirely coincidentally, of course, because new models are presented during this period and it is important to get rid of the 'outdated' equipment as quickly as possible. Nice tip for you if you are involved with social media, blogging or vlogging!

  • Skis
  • Skating
  • Limited winter clothing
  • Cameras and accessories

April

If stores still have winter clothing, they will be sold at rock-bottom prices. Furthermore, leftover Easter items are also put on sale. Finally, in April you can hit your stride when it comes to cooking and other household items. Ideal for the summer and of course the popular wedding months.

  • Winter clothing (limited)
  • Winter accessories (hats, gloves, scarves)
  • Cooking equipment
  • Household items
  • At the end of April King's Day stuff

May

In May it is always a bit quieter when it comes to sales. Because many people are happy in May, because the days are getting longer, the temperatures are rising, there are often offers around sportswear and lingerie. If you are looking for these items, please wait until May to purchase.

  • Lingerie
  • Sportswear
  • Blankets and duvets (seasonal, summer, warm weather)

June

Summer doesn't officially start until this month, but you can already indulge in the spring/summer clothing sale. Ideal if you can look forward to a few more months of good weather. In addition, we are already anticipating the upcoming construction industry with discounted building materials. You can also score bargains in June in the field of TVs and other household appliances.

  • Spring/summer clothing
  • TVs
  • Household appliances
  • Building materials

July

Summer clothing sales are still in full swing in July. So you still have some time to score beautiful clothes. In addition to summer clothing, you can also shop for summer shoes and, for example, swimwear more cheaply in the month of July.

  • Summer clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Summer shoes
  • Lingerie
  • Fitness equipment (already useful to lose excess kilos in the coming winter)

August

Summer is approaching its end, schools are slowly starting up again and the shops are eagerly responding with attractive prices. Time to clean up garden furniture, BBQs, garden tools and the like. You can now also get camping items and swimwear with a big discount.

  • Garden furniture
  • Garden tools
  • BBQs
  • Camping equipment
  • Swimwear

September

The schools are already running, but the shops still have enough school supplies. With the festive season approaching, it's time to get rid of it quickly. If your son or daughter needs anything for school, don't hesitate to wait until September to purchase it. This also applies to laptops, tablets and PCs. Bicycles, the latest garden items and also paint and carpets will go on sale this month.

  • School supplies
  • Laptops, tablets and PCs
  • Cycling
  • Garden items
  • Paint
  • Carpet

October

October is the household month for a reason. This month you can score cheap new household products and appliances in the broadest sense of the word. All this has to do with the fact that new products are coming onto the market in October and so the 'old' devices have to go out. Good for you, because you can score that one vacuum cleaner, food processor or coffee maker cheaply.

  • Household appliances
  • Remainder school supplies

November

It is getting too cold for many garden plants and that is why various garden centers (for example Intratuin) are holding extra sales during this month. Ideal if you're looking for certain plants, but don't want to pay full price for them. And then of course there is Black Friday in November. The ideal day to buy cheap electronics or clothing. Missed Black Friday? Don't worry, you can often also purchase electronics and other products at a low price on Cyber ​​Monday.

  • Garden plants
  • Electronics
  • Things for the upcoming holidays (often on sale at the end of November)

December

The most expensive month of the year, but not when you look at the sale. At the beginning of December everything is cleaned up from Sinterklaas and at the end of December everything from Christmas and New Year's Eve. So are you still looking for delicacies, wrapping paper or nice presents? Then wait until the end of December.

  • Sinterklaas products
  • Christmas items
  • Everything around New Year's Eve
  • Winter clothing (very limited)

If you don't have time to wait for the sale, these 10 tips will always help you get a discount. Do you have any nice tips with which I can supplement the bargain calendar – a must for everyone who loves to save? Then let me know!

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