Black Friday FOMO Is a Scam

Here’s How to Beat It 🛍️

Every year, it’s the same story: Black Friday deals flood my feed and inbox, promising the thrill of discounts and the chance to snag the “hottest items.” But instead of excitement, all I feel is… meh. And honestly? I think the whole frenzy is a scam designed to make us panic-buy things we don’t need.

Why? Because most of what’s pushed my way is irrelevant—random fashion deals for generic clothes that completely miss my personal style. It’s like being forced to listen to a playlist where none of the songs fit my vibe. The result? FOMO kicks in, I overspend, and I still end up with nothing worth keeping.

This year, I’m doing things differently.

The New Rules of Black Friday Shopping

Forget the chaotic, impulse-driven buying of past Black Fridays. I’ve devised a strategy to outsmart the noise, save money, and invest only in pieces that actually matter. The secret? Cutting through the clutter with La Koketa App, which helps me personalize my shopping decisions and curate my wardrobe based on my taste and existing wardrobe pieces.

For Black Friday, this is the perfect tool to help me find the right pieces without drowning in options.

Why FOMO is Failing You

Let’s face it: retailers want you overwhelmed. They’re banking on you grabbing whatever’s cheapest or trending without a second thought. But here’s the problem:

✅ Those impulse buys often clash with your wardrobe.

✅ They don’t reflect you and your style.

✅ They just pile up and stay unworn in your closet.

This Black Friday, I’m saying no to the noise and I’m creating my own game plan to shop smarter—not harder.

Why Anti-FOMO Strategy: Shopping Smarter with La Koketa

Here’s my 3-step plan to ensure every piece I buy is a hit, not a miss:

1️⃣ Closet Inventory – take inventory of what you already own

Open La Koketa App and filter your fall-winter pieces to see what’s already available. Make sure you check what basics, seasonal classics, and luxury accessories can carry you through the colder months.

Tip: Use La Koketa to keep track of your inventory and plan your outfits! Knowing what you own will prevent you from buying another tan sweater or black blazer you don’t need.

2️⃣ Trendspotting and Wishlist Building – Embrace the trends that actually work for you!

I’ve researched this season’s trends and added essential items to my Wishlist, focusing on faux fur coats, ski-inspired prints, and the coquette trend focusing on bows as the central theme.

Tip: Stick to items that will complement your existing wardrobe and elevate my personal style. The app will show you how Wishlist items work with your existing wardrobe.

3️⃣ Shopping Smartly – Test before you invest!

With the “What to Wear” feature, I can see exactly how a new piece will pair with my existing clothes.

Rule of thumb: If a new piece doesn’t create at least three killer outfits with what I already own, I don’t buy it. Period.

Black Friday Made Meaningful

Instead of drowning in FOMO, let’s take control and make every purchase we make this Black Friday:

✅ Fit seamlessly into our wardrobe

✅ Reflect our personal style

✅ Be worn again and again (goodbye, wasteful one-hit wonders!)

Because let’s be real: having fewer, smarter pieces is way more satisfying than an overstuffed closet of “meh.”

Yes, Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping can be overwhelming, but with a curated approach, you’re not only making stylish choices but also saving money and helping the environment.

This Black Friday, I’m buying on my terms. What about you?

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Smart Shopping! 🛍️