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New Year Shopping Guide for India — How to Get Real Value (Not Just Fake 80% OFF)

With every big sale, the number of banners shouting “80% OFF” increases, but not every offer is worth your money. Here are a few simple rules we personally use while picking New Year deals — and that you can copy even if you don’t buy from our links.

1. Track the price, not the discount percentage

Many products quietly raise their MRP in November so that the discount percentage looks huge in December. A better approach is to focus on the final selling price and compare it with the price from 30–60 days ago whenever possible. If a product is frequently “on offer” every week of the year, the New Year discount may not be special.

2. Prioritise warranty and returns for electronics

For gadgets, audio products and smartwatches, a genuine brand warranty in India plus a clear replacement window matters more than saving an extra ₹100–₹200. Read the product description and check for “Service Centre” information or brand customer care details before ordering.

3. For perfumes, check concentration and reviews

In India’s climate, EDP (Eau de Parfum) and Parfum usually perform better than EDT. Before picking a gifting set, look at recent reviews that mention longevity, projection and whether the scent feels too strong or too mild. Cheaper clones may be okay for casual gifting but might not last through an entire party.

4. For LED lights and décor, think reuse beyond New Year

Instead of buying only highly seasonal items, pick fairy lights, curtain lights and lamps that can also be used later for birthdays, Diwali or everyday ambience. Warm white lights are the safest choice if you are unsure about colours.

5. When to shop for maximum savings

• Biggest price drops on electronics and fashion often appear between 24–31 December.
• Perfumes and beauty see strong offers from early December itself due to gifting demand.
• Hotel and flight prices tend to move opposite — they get costlier closer to New Year, so book those early.

Use this page as your starting point: open 3–4 categories that match your budget, shortlist a few items and then wait for an extra coupon or lightning deal if you are not in a hurry. Even a ₹200–₹300 saving across multiple gifts adds up nicely over the festive season.