topic Re: Black Friday in Among Friends

Black Friday

Group 5 minus 1 — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 18:33:37 GMT

Out this AM. Stores were not busy--we were surprised. Hows by you?

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Love my grandkids — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 20:17:01 GMT

@Group 5 minus 1 I went to a couple BF sales many many years ago. At that time crowds weren't unruly and out of control as in recent years past. No desire to go.

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homedecor1 — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 18:43:22 GMT

It was wierd actually no crowds.

In fact, I'm sure it's no longer necessary to get up for the deals, I ordered from Lowes and Kohls last night. Arrived, texted CS and conveniently they deliver to your space.

This works great for spouse & I today.🙂🙂

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ValuSkr — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 18:44:02 GMT

I was out this morning too - running some errands. Traffic seemed heavier than usual, and waits were longer at some traffic lights, but inside stores wasn't bad.

I hope stores no longer depend on "Black Friday" to swing their books from red to black!

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decaf — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 18:51:28 GMT

I didn't go out today but I'll sure miss having stores to shop in if they all close up. I don't like buying clothing online, I like to see and feel the fabric and see how it's made.

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meallen616 — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 19:01:54 GMT

I went out early also, and, the local mall was not crowded at all. The few people I spoke to said they are mostly doing online shopping!

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Sooner — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 19:11:34 GMT

I haven't seen any great deals on anything, and mostly retailers trying to pawn off old stuff they can't sell anyway. And at not great prices to boot!

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Mombo1 — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 19:19:41 GMT

Ordered from Lands End this morning. 60% off and free shipping. Purchased a jacket and 9 pairs of knee socks. Only spent $62.00. I'm happy.

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spent2much — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 19:51:55 GMT

I went to Lands End a few min. ago and it was free shipping ONLY if you spent $99.

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Mombo1 — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 19:57:32 GMT

@spent2much wrote:
I went to Lands End a few min. ago and it was free shipping ONLY if you spent $99.

I received an email for 60% off and free shipping...no minimum. BIGDAY

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ECBG — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 03:53:20 GMT

I didn't shop, but I did work. Parking was almost gone and I got one of the last places at against the service road.

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FancyPhillyshopper — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 04:59:47 GMT

Well, King of Prussia mall outside Philly was PACKED. (It is one of the largest malls in the country.) Lots and lots of shoppers spending money, carrying bags, enjoying a wonderful shopping day. There was a lot of buzz and a lot of holiday joy.

Macy's had TONS of sales and was full of people. It was so cute to see a little boy writing his letter to Santa to deposit in the Macy's mailbox!

As usual, there were long lines for the exclusive boutiques like Gucci and Louis Vuitton.

It was fantastic to be out and about mingling with everybody--it seemed like a return to normal. Yes, many folks wearing masks, but it was really not noticeable.

I picked up a few bargains and I had a lot of fun (plus great exercise)!

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Shanus — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 19:58:33 GMT

@Group 5 minus 1 So happy I didn't go...Shooting mid-afternoon!!!! 😢

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Shanus — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 20:03:13 GMT

I wonder how the Black Friday Q sales measured up.....

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spumoni99 — Sat, 27 Nov 2021 20:33:12 GMT

Hubby and I went out friday to a local mall just to get out of the house and it was absolutely crazy! The sales weren't even very good. I just found out I will be a grandma once again so I wanted to go look at baby things, I have two daughters and twin granddaughters so I am hoping for a little boy...of course I will be happy with whatever we get. I should have known this mall is always crazy!