Winter Sale: Save on Clothing, Footwear, and Home Goods

Saving money when shopping is not just a way to cut costs, but a smart approach to financial management that helps you budget wisely. In a world of ever-increasing prices, finding bargains and spending wisely is a key skill. Discounts, sales and informed shopping can help you not only save money, but also channel it towards more important goals - travel, education or building a financial safety cushion.

Why is winter sale so popular?

In Slovenia, the end of winter sales are always popular with shoppers, attracting not only locals but also tourists looking for a bargain. Discounts can be as high as 50-70%, making it a particularly good deal.

Who most often hunts for discounts?

Different categories of shoppers have different motivations to take advantage of promotions. Young families, as an example, want to buy more clothes and shoes at good prices without breaking their budget. Students and young people follow fashion trends and try to buy stylish items at a maximum discount. And pragmatic shoppers plan their purchases in advance, choosing the best quality goods at a more affordable price.

When is the best time to shop?

The biggest discounts are usually offered towards the end of the season - in February, when retailers centres tend to sell off the rest of their collections. However, the most popular sizes and styles can sell out more quickly, so it's worth planning ahead and not waiting until the last minute.

Winter clothing sale and footwear: what are the benefits?

Buying clothes in the sales is a great opportunity to update your wardrobe by choosing basic, versatile pieces that will last more than one season without overpaying.

Which brands offer the best discounts?

The best deals are to be found at the major international retail chains operating in the country, such as Zara, H&M, Bershka, Stradivarius, Pull & Bear, Mango and Tatuum. Discounts can be as much as 70-90% on the last few days of the sale, so it is worth keeping an eye out for announcements of winter coat sale or winter jacket sale on the brands' websites and official pages.

Are there discounts in the premium segment?

Premium brands in Slovenia are mainly found in boutiques and luxury shopping centres such as BTC City in Ljubljana. Brands such as Hugo Boss, Armani, Burberry, Gucci and others are less likely to participate in mass discount campaigns, but at the end of the season you can find their exclusive sales of the rest of the winter collection with discounts usually in the range of 20-40%.

In addition, multi-brand outlets and specialist stores that have mens winter coat sale and other exclusive offers to clear stock before the arrival of spring collections can offer a bargain on branded products.

What do discounters offer?

As well as offering year-round low prices, discounters also offer significant discounts of up to 50-70% on the remainder of winter collections to make way for spring ranges.

Pepco catalog, for example, is offering discounts of up to 50 per cent on children's and adult clothing, homeware, kitchenware and toys. NKD catalog, which is getting rid of winter clothing and accessories, is running promotions with good discounts that can exceed 70%. Kik catalog, with its range of stylish clothes, shoes and homeware, offers 30% to 60% off popular categories. And Mana catalog, which focuses on the family segment, offers 50-70% off winter items for all ages.

These sales usually start in late January or early February and last for 1-2 weeks, giving customers the opportunity to buy goods at reduced prices before the spring collections arrive.

Before spring comes: It's time to buy winter shoes

In the seasonal sales of the remaining winter shoe ranges before the spring collections arrive, you can find bargains at discounters and specialist shoe stores alike.

Deichmann, one of the largest shoe retailers in Slovenia, offers a wide range of sports, casual, winter and holiday footwear for the whole family from well-known brands such as Graceland, Catwalk, Nike and Adidas. At the end of the season you can save up to 50% or more on certain styles.

Another well-known retailer offering great bargains is Office Shoes, which specialises in fashion footwear, including both casual and special occasion brands. As well as discounts of up to 50 per cent, you'll find 2-for-1 offers and other special deals.

International sports brands such as Nike, Adidas and Puma occasionally participate in the winter boot sales, offering models at reduced prices, especially in the outlet segment.

Online marketplaces are another option to save money

On major online platforms such as Zalando and Shein, seasonal sales on winter clothing and footwear start a few weeks before the spring season.

When shopping on Zalando, you can save 40% to 70% on winter clothing and footwear, and special promo codes, give additional benefits such as free delivery.

At Shein, promotions can include discounts of 30% to 60% or more on the winter range, especially during flash sales and special sales. In addition to basic discounts, coupons and promo codes for newsletter subscribers are often offered, further reducing the final price.

As with Zalando, Shein discounts are updated in real time, so it's worth keeping an eye on the sale section to make sure you don't miss out on the best bargains.

Sporting goods - at a bargain

With the arrival of the spring season, many sports shops organise sales of their winter assortment. Hervis catalog  offers discounts from 15% to 50% on cheap winter coats and cheap snow boots, including models from previous collections and individual products of the current season, such as sports equipment, which are sold out in the run-up to spring.

Decathlon catalog traditionally holds seasonal sales, reducing prices on winter equipment, as well as clothing, footwear and accessories by 30-40% and more. In addition, the shop periodically organises ‘flash sales’ for limited groups of goods, offering customers particularly favourable conditions.

Intersport flyer gives 30-40% markdown, although in some cases the level can reach even 60%. The shop often combines Intersport sale with loyalty programmes, thanks to which customers receive additional benefits when presenting a client card or participating in promotions.

Preparing the house for the next winter - in spring

On the threshold of spring it is profitable to buy not only new items for your wardrobe, but also blankets, plaids and warm bed linen.

For example, Vitapur katalog discounts winter goods by about 30-40%. Often when buying sets, you can get additional bonuses or special offers, which allows you to save significantly on updating your home textiles.

At JYSK flyer at the end of winter and the beginning of spring it is favourable to buy blankets, plaids and bed linen. At this time discounts can reach 40-50%. Promotions in are often limited in time, so favourable offers appear for a short period before the spring season starts. Although some products are sold out before stocks run out.

At IKEA, discounts on the winter range usually range from 20 to 35%. The specific percentages depend on the collection and availability. Sometimes Ikea flyer  there are additional sales of winter season leftovers, allowing you to buy selected models at even more attractive prices.

Heaters and winter appliances: are there benefits?

Before the start of spring, chain hardware shops such as Bauhaus and appliance shops such as Big Bang and Merkator Tehnika launch seasonal campaigns, whereby heaters can be purchased up to 30 - 40 per cent cheaper. In addition to heaters, other heating devices and accessories can be discounted from 20 to 40 per cent.

Some shops run flash sales that allow you to buy the remainder of the winter range at a maximum discount. And additional bonus offers, for example, discounts when buying several products or free delivery when ordering a certain amount make shopping even more favourable.

Online or offline: where is it more profitable to buy?

Online shops often offer bigger discounts, easy price comparison tools and promo codes. This can give you access to exclusive promotions and extra benefits.

Physical stores and shopping malls, on the other hand, often have big seasonal sales to make room for the new collection. Here you can get tangible savings and try on items before you buy, which is especially important for clothing.

If you're happy to wait for delivery and choose from a wider range, online shopping may be more convenient. But if you're looking for speed and the chance to inspect the goods, then offline is the way to go.

What strategies will help you save more?

Here are a few strategies to help you save money when shopping for winter clothes ahead of the spring season in Slovenia:

• Keep an eye on the ‘sale’ sections on the websites of platforms such as Zalando, Shein, and major online retailers.
• Subscribe to your favourite and brands' newsletters. This will allow you to be the first to know the latest news.
• Apply promo codes, which can be found both on the official websites of shops, and in social networks, flyers and specialised portals with coupons.
• Use price comparison sites to find out where the most favourable option is offered. 
• Pay attention to cashback services and bonus programmes, they give you the opportunity to further reduce costs.
• Use retailers' mobile apps. They provide access to exclusive benefits and additional promotional campaigns. 
• If you have the opportunity to team up with friends or family to order collectively, sometimes it's cheaper to buy in large quantities.

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