The Best Things to Buy Off-Season to Get the Super Sales
We know, we know—thinking about snow boots in July is depressing. But before you know it, you’ll be jonesing for a new parka only to realize that the prices mirror your biweekly paycheck. Take advantage of the low demand now and stock up on everything you need for cooler weather while the prices are super-slashed. And don’t worry: Just because you buy the boots doesn’t mean you need to look at them until you’re good and ready.
Weather-Ready Boots
Because by the time you actually need these, all the good ones will probably be gone. (And you don’t want to be #13,000 on the L.L. Bean wait list when slush season rolls around.)
Jeffrey Campbell ($42); L.L. Bean boots ($129); Sorel ($75)
Holiday Gear
No one’s even thinking about this in the least, so now’s your time to pounce. Things from wrapping paper and holiday cards to themed pajamas will all be deeply discounted.
H&M holiday pajamas ($18); Best Paper greeting cards ($13); Current wrapping paper ($24)
Parkas
Remember how desperately you wanted one of these last February?
Moncler ($1,699); Calvin Klein ($90); Bogner ($420); Patagonia ($284)
Hearty Cookware
Just think of the chilis and delicious pot roasts you can make with these picks.
Crock-Pot slow cooker ($40); Tramontina dutch oven ($80); Lodge Island dutch oven ($90)
Ski Gear
Think of this as an investment, since you'll never have to rent them again.
Black Crows skis ($577); Tecnica ski boots ($420); Dynafit bindings ($350)
Cozy Bedding
You might get a few funny looks, but your hygge tendencies will thank us.
Bed Bath & Beyond blanket ($40); Lauren Quilt set (from $60); Bed Bath & Beyond flannel sheets ($30)
Fitness Expenses
All of the summer bods are either in shape or put on hold until next year. You'll get a great deal now—before the resolution crowd hits the machines.
24 Hour Fitness (from $30); ClassPass (from $45/month); PlasmaFit Elliptical ($145)
Cashmere Sweaters
It feels even softer when you get it half price, doesn't it?
Joseph ($180); Equipment ($120); Free People ($76)
Cold Weather Booties
Classic silhouettes that will never go out of style (and at 50 percent off, no less).
Marc Fisher ($90); Allsaints ($196); Joie ($114)
Winter Vacations
OK, so there's technically no sale running on these vacation destinations. But most people are still in summer vacay mode, so if you book now, you'll be saving a bundle (and you'll have something to look forward to when the beach house boards up for the season).
Miami, Florida (prices vary); Cancun, Mexico (from $308/night); Whistler, Canada (from $780/night)