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Black Friday 2024 live: Top Cyber Monday UK deals on earbuds, fitness trackers, Simba mattresses and more
Our shopping experts' top Cyber Monday deals today on the last day of Black Friday. from PS5 and Adidas to Currys and Asos
Calling all bargain hunters: it’s your very last chance to save in the Black Friday sale. It’s Cyber Monday, and when the clock strikes midnight, the likes of Amazon, Currys, Pandora, Boots, Argos, John Lewis and more will pull their discounts off their shelves. If you’re doing some last-minute shopping, it’s here where you’ll find the latest discounts and deals – as well as our expert shopping tips.
Whether you’re after beauty products, a high-spec laptop, a new mattress or an upgraded TV, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are second to none when it comes to the sheer number of deals available. To help you save on your next purchase, the IndyBest team of shopping experts are here all Cyber Monday long, working around the clock to bring you the best discounts on our tried and tested favourites.
Having covered Black Friday and Cyber Monday for years, we are well-versed in spotting a good deal from a dud – and we’d only ever recommend you buy something if it comes tried and tested or from a brand or retailer we trust. Without further ado, let’s go shopping!
Read more: Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals to shop
Where did Black Friday originate?
The first use of Black Friday dates back to the Fifties in Philadelphia, where the local police department coined the term to describe the huge traffic jams, overcrowded pavements and mobbed stores in the city on the day after Thanksgiving.
It wasn’t until the 1980s that the phrase caught on in the rest of America, and was used as a marketing ploy to promote the consumer event and encourage sales. It was then deployed as a reference to the financial status of stores, as they went from being “in the red” to “in the black” as profits increased.
It has since become one of the biggest shopping events in the calendar – not just in the United States, but also in the UK and other parts of the world.
While it was once just a one-day sale, it’s now evolved into a four-day bonanza, and in some cases, it spans the entire month of November, with deals on tech, beauty, home appliances, fashion, toys and much more.
When does the Pandora Black Friday sale end?
When it comes to jewellery, Pandora’s Black Friday 2024 sale is continuing to offer up to 30 per cent off - but you’ve only got one more day to shop your wishlist, as the deals will end on Monday 2 December.
This year, Pandora is treating us to up to 30 per cent off selected jewellery from its essence line, pavé collection and cult charms from the ‘moments’ collection, as well as pendant necklaces, rings, studs and more. A top tip from me – if you sign up to Pandora’s free loyalty scheme, you can get an extra 10 per cent off with the code “EXTRA10”.
Pandora polished wave ring: Was £40, now £28, Pandora.net
A minimalist style for those looking to build their ring stack, Pandora’s ring is finished in 14k gold plating. Adding intrigue, the ring boasts a subtle wave design. With 30 per cent off the price in Pandora’s Black Friday sale, the ring is now less than £30 (the perfect stocking filler, in my opinion).
Pandora’s Black Friday sale is live – and the savings are impressive
You can save up to 30 per cent on rings, bangles, earrings and more
Walk away from Black Friday with these Ugg deals
Whether you love them or wish they’d been left in the Noughties, there’s no denying the resurgence of Uggs. The fur-lined shoes have even got the A-lister seal of approval from It-girls Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber.
But its boots and slippers don’t come cheap - so don’t miss out on these Black Friday deals.
Ugg women’s essential short boot: Was £180, now £143.99, Ugg.com
Available in chestnut and black colourways, these classic Ugg boots now come with a discount of 20 per cent. Crafted in stylish suede, the boots are lined in the brand’s signature wool blend, helping to keep toes toasty during the colder months. The flexible sole and chunky tread should help with grip, too. If you’re looking for cosy comfort, you’ve come to the right place.
I’ve found the best Ugg deals for Black Friday 2024
Schuh, John Lewis and Very have launched Black Friday discounts on Ugg footwear, too
This Nespresso coffee machine is nearly half price
If you’re the type of person that can’t function without caffeine first thing in the morning, an at-home coffee machine is the perfect investment. The vertuo pop is Nespresso’s most affordable coffee machine – and, naturally, it’s been tried and tested by the team at IndyBest. Spoiler alert: Lauren loved it.
Nespresso vertuo pop coffee pod machine: Was £99.99, now £54, Amazon.co.uk
Now, Amazon has slashed the price of the machine by nearly 50 per cent. Receiving a glowing five-star review, she praised the “small but mighty” machine that will slot seamlessly into most people’s kitchen countertops. “Weighing in at just 3.5kg, if you have a large cupboard and won’t be using the machine every day, it’s also incredibly easy to store away until you need it,” she added.