Tag: Cyber Monday

Did You Go To The Stores On Black Friday?

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So, Black Friday came and left. Did you go out to stores on Black Friday or just shop online? According to Adobe, U.S. consumers spent a record $6.1 billion online up 8.8% from last year’s $5.6 billion. I know I’ve been shopping online for years now with an occasional trip to a store. Some retail stores have been promoting in-store only merchandise to drive foot traffic but mostly, shoppers seem to be online. Cyber Monday sales totaled about $13.3 billion with a whole cyber week that followed.

Credit card debt continues to soar to $1.17 trillion during the third quarter with a buy-now pay later mind frame. It marks the highest level on record since 2003. Did you buy your gifts on a credit card? All of this shopping is great for the economy but Black Friday in-store shopping just doesn’t generate the huge crowds of the past as many retailers ran promotions well ahead of Black Friday.

What is the future for holiday shopping? Sheerine Reid, senior director of commerce marketing at Coveo, said “AI… enables personalized product discovery and providing tailored recommendations through rich content. Specialized gift guides can help shoppers find the perfect items for everyone on their list, but with AI, you can go even further and start to understand a shopper’s intent, much like an in-store associate would.” With rise of AI and e-commerce, those Black Friday in-store fights might come to an end soon. What do you think?

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Frances Knowles

Future of E-Commerce

So, years ago I said I wanted my own brick and mortar store to sell some of my designs and art merchandise. Well, I am not upset that I never opened a store (not to say it might not be in my future) but for now, e-commerce is great.

Did you know that by 2026, 24% of retail purchases will be done online?  The global e-commerce market is expected to total over $8.1 trillion dollars by 2026. No one can argue that online shopping isn’t easy even though folks abandon their shopping carts over shipping fees or slow delivery times. Amazon has the highest market share of all e-commerce accounting for about 38% of all online sales. Next come Walmart, eBay and Target.1

I’m almost positive that 2020’s Covid epidemic also boosted online sales as many people tried to avoid interacting with others. And, of course, Cyber Monday and Black Friday seriously grows every year. Last year, Adobe Analytics reported a record $9.8 billion in Black Friday sales and $12.4 billion for Cyber Monday.2 Anyone selling anything these days would be foolish not to also sell online.

Now, don’t get me wrong, the in-store experience will always be there. Trying things on, having a sales associate fetch a different size or help style you will always have its appeal. But as we go about this thing called life, I would have to say, getting a package in the mail excites me just as much or even more than going into stores. What do you prefer?

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Frances Knowles

  1. Baluch, A. 2023, Feb. 8. 38 E-Commerce Statistics Of 2023. Forbes. 
  2. Masters, K. 2023, Nov 29. 6 Trends That Shaped 2023’s Black Friday- Cyber Monday Results. Forbes.

Black Leather Mini Skirts and Cyber Monday Sales

Happy Cyber Monday! Ive been a little busy and full of Thanksgiving dinner! We cooked a 5 cheese mac and cheese, slow-roated smothered turkey wings, collard greens, leek and garlic mashed potatoes, yams, and stuffing. So, have you been shopping this holiday weekend? There are still some great sales from Black Friday but some even better for Cyber Monday.

Anyway, recently I wore an all black leather ensemble. An Alice and Olivia skirt with gold details, a Bailey 44 leather top and Christian Louboutin heels. Black leather skirts are a staple for your wardrobe especially in the Fall or Winter. Check out some similar styles available through Neiman Marcus’ Cyber Monday sale above.

    1. Fashion shop, almost everything on sale
    2. Redbubble shop 60 % off
    3. Forzieri Cyber Week 20% off with code 20BLACKFRIDAY
    4. Isabel Marant up to 60% off
    5. Coltorti Boutique 45% off Fall/Winter 23 collection with code EXTRACW45
    6. Desigual everything 60% off
    7. Nordstrom Cyber Monday
    8. Neiman Marcus Cyber Monday gift card event
    9. Proenza Schouler End of Season sale

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles

Cyber Monday $150 Giveaway and Pink Metallic For Love & Lemons Skirt

Happy Cyber Monday everybody! Today is a great day for online deals and another great day for a giveaway! I’m giving away a $150 gift certificate to Shopbop, just in time for the holidays.

ENTER TO WIN HERE!!

My outfit goes great for a date night to dinner or just when you want to stunt. This For Love & Lemons pink metallic skirt and lace bodysuit will definitely make heads turn in the room. I got it from Revolve and it wasn’t even that expensive (skirt $123, bodysuit $184). Check out more photos below and make sure to peep Revolve’s site for  

Photo Credit: Mariya Nicole Photography

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

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