To some people, discount season feels like a scam

To some people, discount season feels like a scam

By Majd Othman

KUWAIT: The prices of accessories, clothing and related products are falling due to plenty of summer discounts and offers, in addition to the advent of Eid Al-Fitr, when people usually buy new outfits for themselves and their children, not to mention the travel season is in full swing. The affordable prices are attracting buyers from all segments of society and of all ages to well-known retail outlets that are providing good deals at tempting rates. But it has been noticed by buyers that these discounted products include lots of stocked items, outdated designs, items for winter, and in some cases, of low-quality fabrics.

Kuwait Times asked people whether they are truly benefiting from the high sale season that takes place twice a year, and are retailers really providing good deals that include new designs or items in demand. Eyad Abdullah said buyers usually take advantage of the discounts these retail markets are offering. But he pointed out some popular retail outlets since the past few years are providing customers overstocked items. “Popular items are usually not included in the sale,” he said. He said the trick is in the attractive offers they give to people, even for old items.

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