MAIN Holidays Easter Easter Sales

It's the first big sales cycle of the spring season. It's also the time for many consumers to throw off their coats, sweaters and scarfs — and to head for huge Easter and spring clearance sales at a mall near you ...

This year, Easter falls on April 8, 2012 so think at least a few weeks ahead of time to look for sales circulars and advertisements heralding the start of Easter sales at Macy's, Walmart, Sears, Target, as well as in the larger factory outlets coast to coast.

What bargains to look during Easter sale blowouts

First, you'll want to prepare by going comparison shopping online, then go on the hunt for related discount codes and coupons. When the retailers' Easter sales ads appear, look for great deals on everything from women's fashion clothing to infant and baby clothes and kids clothes.

Don't overlook other great bargains to be had on shoes at Payless and other big shoe retailers, as well as men's clothes including suits, jackets, shirts and ties.

Finally, watch for sales from major online florists like Hallmark and 1-800 Flowers for tempting deals on Easter flower arrangements. Online is the place to be for Easter bouquets, say the experts, since many local florists are apt to raise their prices just before Easter to take advantage of the high demand.

Surviving Easter kids clothing sales

Although it's regularly advised to leave the kids home during the Christmas holidays, Easter makes it necessary to bring the children along to properly outfit them for their annual Easter outfits.

If possible, bring along another adult to help you keep focused, and be sure to discuss with kids their choices in colors and styles beforehand.

Like any big sales day, it's always best to make a list so you know exactly what you're getting before you arrive at the mall or department store. If you're not readily familiar with a store layout, scout it out beforehand so you know where everything is on the big day (without having to wait in line to ask for help.) Also remember to bring snacks along for the little ones to help ease their way to the checkout!

More April sales savings

Aside from Easter sales, take a look around at area car dealers who are looking to clear out their used cars for the warmer weather buying season ahead. Also set your radar on great deals on auto parts this time of year.

As the clock clicks down to high school graduation season, Best Buy and other electronics stores will also be gearing up with sales to attract parents who are in the market for new laptops and computer storage gadgets.

Cash in on similar sales in the housewares section of your favorite department store for cookware and dorm room essentials also going on sale in April.

More about Easter sales around the Web:

Around the Web, check out the latest updates on what's on sale, where to find sales coupons and codes online and related guides to getting the best discount bargains during one of the the biggest sales seasons of the year ....

Easter Sales.net - A complete directory of information from around the Net on this year's Easter sales including clothes, laptops, and other consumer electronics.

easter sales coupons - Get online codes from major brands for major discounts.

Dealio.com - Easter sales - The latest about what's on sale at a handful of major retailers with discount coupon savings.

After Easter Sales Ideas - Great tips on buying deeply discounted Easter baskets and candy to recycling into baby shower gifts or to use at other holiday times throughout the year.

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