What do a Samsung TV, a Sam Edelman Coat, a Saatva mattress and a bottle of Chanel No. 5 have in common? They’re all some of the best products you can buy in February. That’s right folks, according to a recent study from RetailMeNot, the shortest month of the year is peak sale season for top shopping categories like mattresses, fragrances, winter coats, electronics and tax software. (Yes, that last one may be a tad boring, but it is necessary.) Better yet, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner and President’s Day on the horizon, a mecca of beloved brands are hosting sales throughout the entire month of February. Not sure what to shop for first? Here are five items that will have the biggest discounts this month.
These Are the Best 5 Things to Buy in February
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Electronics
OK, football fans, if you’re hoping to watch the Super Bowl on a fresh-out-of-the-box LCD screen, we come bearing good news. Despite what you think you might know about sales, Black Friday isn’t the only time of the year that you can snag major electronics for a steal. Whether you’re looking for a new tablet and laptop or that aforementioned flat-screen, the average discount on electronics throughout February is a whopping 41 percent.
Tax Prep Software
Yes, we know, you’re probably not jumping for joy over the idea of discounted tax software. But Tax Day is looming in the not-so-distant future (FYI, it’s April 18, 2022), so why not get a head start on yours and save on what you need to get all that paperwork done smoothly? According to RetailMeNot, taxpayers will see an average of 35 percent off tax prep services this month. But beware, as Tax Day approaches, prices will increase, so we don’t recommend putting them off for too long. And hey, the sooner you submit your taxes, the sooner you’ll get your return, so you can use that $$$ to go buy yourself something a tad more exciting. (Think of it as a reward for being responsible and doing your taxes on time.)
Fragrances
Maybe you’re shopping for your Valentine or maybe you’re hoping to snag Mom’s Mother’s Day gift early this year (or just doing some retail therapy for yourself). Either way, February is a fabulous time to shop for new perfumes and fragrances. Things in the fragrance section see up to a 26 percent discount during the month of love. We’re talking about a slew of brands—from high-end picks like Valentino to budget-friendlier options like Estee Lauder—for both men and women, at can’t beat price points. Who knew the second month of the year is one of the best times to stop and smell the roses perfumes?
Home Goods
Starting spring cleaning early? Looking for a better night’s sleep? Or hoping to revamp your space with an entirely new design aesthetic (Newstalgia, anyone?)? Good news: You can do all three and save some money by shopping for home goods (think: bedding, mattresses and small appliances) before this month comes to a close. Pro tip: President’s Day weekend is chock full of incredible mattress deals (including PureWow home editor faves like Casper, Tuft & Needle and Saatva), so wait until the holiday is close to grab a new pillow-top or memory foam sleeper.
Winter Clothes
With retailers looking to sell all those puffers and wool coats to make room for next season’s denim and leather jackets, February offers some of the largest discounts in this category of the entire year. Translation: Now’s your last chance to grab that cashmere beanie you’ve been holding out on all season.