I’ve got to say, Black Friday and Cyber Monday used to feel like something we mostly watched from a distance — a bit of an American thing that didn’t really land here. But every year it seems to get bigger in Australia, and this year honestly felt like the biggest yet.
I’ve been keeping an eye on a few of my regular brands, and it’s been interesting to see which deals are actually worth it and which ones are just marketing noise. I’ve spotted some genuine savings on clothes, Christmas gifts for the kids, a few cosmetic bits and pieces for myself, clothes for the whole family, and even a decent price on an upgraded vacuum cleaner I’ve been wanting for ages.
But here’s the thing: if you know what the prices used to be, you can tell straight away that not everything labelled a “deal” is actually a deal. Some stores slap a sale tag on the exact same price they’ve had for months. Others genuinely discount things you’d normally pay full price for. It’s really a mix of great finds and a few “nice try” moments.
Still, I kind of enjoy the hunt — checking old prices, comparing deals, and seeing which brands actually turn up with real value. And with Christmas coming up, it does feel good to tick off a few things early and save a bit along the way.
Curious if anyone else felt like the deals were hit-and-miss this year.
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M from Nepaliaustralian
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