Welcome back to another Her Campus at Youngstown shopping guide! It’s officially that time of year again, which means holiday shopping, and, of course, Black Friday! If you’re anything like me, you probably already have a few things sitting in your online shopping carts that you’ve been waiting to buy. Well, this is as your sign to finally check them out! Whether you’re shopping for Christmas presents, treating yourself, or just looking for an excuse to do some online shopping, Black Friday is the perfect time to find some deals. As a college student, I am always looking for ways to save a little money, especially when it comes to things I was already planning on buying. So, I rounded up some stores worth checking out this year and a few things I would personally add to my shopping cart!
- AmazonÂ
Amazon is probably everyone’s favorite place to shop and always has the best deals! Need a new room decor? Amazon. Need something fast? Amazon. Amazon’s Black Friday Week starts November 19 and runs through November 30. I would definitely keep an eye out for deals on AirPods, Stanley cups, beauty products, skincare, and all those little things you’ve been wanting to buy. My advice for you is to start adding things to your wishlist now so you can easily secure the Black Friday deals.Â
- Ulta Beauty
If there’s one store I can spend way too much time in, it’s Ulta. Between the makeup, skincare, haircare, and fragrances, there is always something I want to look at. Ulta is offering discounts of up to 50% on select products during its early holiday promotions, so this is definitely a sale worth checking out. I would use this opportunity to restock your makeup products, try something new, or buy your go-to fragrance. They also have some really cute holiday gift sets that would make great Christmas presents.Â
- Old Navy
Now that the weather is getting colder, it’s officially time to bring out the sweatshirts, leggings, and lounge sets. If your favorite outfit consists of being comfortable but still cute, Old Navy is definitely worth checking out. Old Navy’s Friends and Family event is offering 40% off, making it a good time to shop for some winter essentials. I would look for sweaters, sweatpants, leggings, and pajamas. These are also perfect outfits for winter pictures or get-togethers. I know I will definitely be checking out Old Navy when I do my Black Friday shopping!
- Glossier
If you’ve been wanting to try Glossier, like I have, this is your chance! Glossier is offering 25% off, or 30% off orders of $100 or more, from November 19 through November 30. I would definitely take advantage of this sale if you have a few beauty products you’ve been wanting to try. Whether it’s new makeup or skincare, it’s always nice to save a little money on products you already love. This is also a good opportunity to grab a few gifts for the beauty lovers in your life.Â
- Walmart
Walmart is one of those stores where you can find pretty much anything, which makes it perfect for Black Friday. Their early Black Friday event runs November 12-15, with another major sale happening November 23-29. I would especially check out their electronics, beauty products, home essentials, and clothing sections. If you’re shopping for Christmas gifts on a budget, this is a great place to start. Some things I would look for include cozy blankets, headphones, pajamas, and beauty gift sets. You can even find some cute room decorations if you’re looking to give your bedroom or apartment a little shaping!
Whether you’re shopping for yourself, checking things off your Christmas list, or just browsing because you’re bored, Black Friday has something for everyone. There are so many sales happening this year, and hopefully this list gives you a few ideas of where to start. My biggest piece of advice is to shop smart, stick to your budget, and don’t let every sale convince you that you need something. But if you’ve been wanting something for months, or you need Christmas gifts, I would say that’s a pretty good reason to buy it! Happy shopping, and I hope all your favorite items are in stock!