2. Set yourself a budget that you can afford. Sale shopping can be impulsive when you’re caught up in the moment so it's pointless trying to save money if it leads you into debt.

3. When sale shopping, stick to items on your list. This should limit naughty, spontaneous purchases and remember to buy with your head, not your heart.

4. Avoid looking at the reduction. This is a technique used to lure you into parting with your cash. Instead buy based on price alone!

5. We buy clothes because we love them, but before making your purchase really think about what reasons you are buying it for … is it because it is cheap? Think about what else your item will go with in your existing wardrobe and work out how much potential wear you will get out of it.

6. Some items may be marked down because they’re faulty, so always give your item a full check before you buy, as some sale policies won’t allow you to return an item!

7. Take advantage of the services of a sales assistant: If you can't see the item you are after, they might be able to locate it in another store or the back room. Be prepared to wait for their services as they're bound to be busy!

8. If the thought of making a trip into town is too much for you then there is nothing better than sitting at your computer and making the necessary purchases online. You will have to pay postage and packaging, but it is great not having to get caught up in the crowds. The discounts that you get off your items will contribute to the postage and packing costs, so all in all a great option!

9. Always make sure at the time of purchase to check what the stores return policy is; they all differ and sometimes sale item policies are different to normal ones. This will also save you time because you could potentially get away with buying an item without trying it on rather than queuing at a busy changing room and then return it at a later date if it’s not suitable. Also, some stores won’t give full refunds on sale goods so please be aware of that.