Five tips to help you grab the best bargains this sale season

 The word sale makes us very happy indeed as it means you're guaranteed to pick up a few bargains.

If you find yourself saying "ah, but I can't leave it behind at that price" or "I'm sure I'll find somewhere to wear it", we advise leaving the item in question back on the sale rack. Here's a few tips that should help you navigate your way through the craziness that is sale shopping. Make a list Before you leave the house, have an idea of what you like to purchase. Maybe you need a new coat or perhaps your winter boots are looking weary. If you have an idea of what you need, it will help you keep your eye on the prize. If you have an idea of what you need, it will help you keep your eye on the prize. Keep your cool Busy streets, bright lights and stifling shops can leave you feeling more stressed than an important work deadline. This is the last thing you want so take a few deep breaths, count to ten and remember, it will be all worth it once you come across that item you've been thinking about all winter. Quality not quantity  Returning home with one item you'll get the wear out of is far more sensible than five items you might wear once (in a blue moon). After all, a tailored pencil skirt will serve you far better than a neon crop top. Two heads are better than one We recommend bringing along a friend when you're hitting the sales. Not only will you be able to provide each other with opinions on what works and what doesn't, you're pretty much guaranteed to have the lols and bants as well. The million dollar question Sale shopping can have a strange effect on us all. While you would normally walk past a leopard print maxi dress, the 30% off tag is drawing you in. Before you buy, ask yourself the all-important question "will I actually wear this?" and if the answer is no, then you know what to do.