Let be honest with each other: as much as we all love the rushing adrenaline that comes with the anticipation of mall doors being opened like the gateway to a shopper's dreams, it can get old — quickly. Yes, running through the stone floors of the mall may be the key to holiday-food-burning cardio. But once you’re finished, you’re out of breath and money. Besides, cashing out online saves you more in the long run. According to Business Insider, research showed that last year Cyber Monday’s average savings percentage points were 2.5% higher than in-mall Black Friday savings. If this isn't a peek into future holiday sales, I don't know what is.
The goal is always to shop smarter, not harder. If you don’t know what that means, I’ll tell you what it means for me. This Holiday season, I’m skipping out on the mall’s Hunger Games and making shopping a little more personal. The hand that once held dozens of shopping bags will only be holding a cup of hot chocolate as I sit on my couch and scroll online for my “needs.” This year’s scrolling won't be in vain either, because I’ll be supporting my local girl gang by filling my cart with products from small businesses ran by epic women like the ones listed below.
