The Americans have long had the tradition of Black Friday, where many retailers offer jaw-dropping discounts to kick-start the holiday shopping season.
We don't have a Black Friday per se, but the cleverest retailers are offering early-season discounts, and we've cherry-picked the most fashionable ones here:
Who: Christmas Shopping Evening
What: For one night only, the whole of Seven Dials will be transformed into a car-free pedestrian shopping haven for a night of hassle-free shopping and entertainment in which over 120 stores and venues will be offering 20% off.
When: 5-9pm Thursday 29
Where: The Seven Dials and St Martins Courtyard, Covent Garden
Why: Well, the shopping obviously, but theres also complimentary manicures from WAH nails, vintage tricycles serving mulled wine, gifts with purchase, free food and a buzzy Christmassy atmosphere to get you in the spirit of the festive season. Hurrah!
Who: Nicolas Kirkwood
What: TheOutnet.com debut
When: Tuesday 27
Where: www.theoutnet.com
Why: 55-60% off Kirwoods quirky stilettos
Who: Selfridges Christmas Comes Early Event
What: 20% off your shopping in-store and online as well as 10% off fragrance, beauty and wine
When: Thursday 22
Where: Selfridges stores and Selfridges.com
Why: A great reason to start your Christmas gift shopping early this year
Who: Designer Lingerie Sale
What: Up to 80% savings on luxury underwear lines
When: 10am 9pm Wednesday 28
Where: 20
Why: Lovely lacey bits from Lascivious, Mimi Holiday, Beautiful Bottoms and many more at a snip of the usual price
Who: YMC Sample Sale
What: Up to 80% off designer names
When: Friday 30
Where: Londonewcastle Project Space, 28 Redchurch Street, E27DP
Why: Brands including YMC, Oliver Spencer, Chinti & Parker and many more with prices slashed by up to 80% plus the £1 entry fee goes to the Roundhouse Charity. Just remember its a cash only event.
Who: Ingenue London Sample Sale
What: A huge selection of womenswear from previous collections
When: Thursday 13th of December from 8am-8pm
Where: Unit 1S, Hewlett House, Havelock Terrace, Battersea, SW84AS
Why: As well as all the great bargains, the £2 entry fee is donated to Ickle Pickles
