When to start Christmas shopping?
We know that the holiday mood is already building, the change in the weather is in the air, weekend traffic seems to be heavier, and store windows are already displaying their iconic green and red. Only a month remains for the holidays, yet our urban habits often drive us to last-minute shopping. So when is the best time to start your Christmas shopping? Honestly, we think there is no perfect date to go Christmas shopping, mainly because not everyone has the same disposition and available time. If you usually take care of your money, surely the Black Friday and Cyber Monday season (late November) is perfect for you. Of course, there are disadvantages due to the high demand and overcrowding of people in stores. Therefore, it all depends on your personality. If you don’t mind lines, shop early in November; otherwise, taking your time might suit you better. You may not know it, but there are certain days to find more affordable prices; in fact, the brands and stores themselves usually launch their promotions, and they typically take place in December. The best advice we can give you is to contact the store directly or check the official website; you will have much more time to select the gifts. Customer service often provides this sort of information. Another point to take into account Another issue to consider is the originality of your gifts; for example, there are bazaars specialized in the Christmas season that contain unique items at a reasonable cost. Most items are for children, offering unique gifts like a vintage dollhouse or a bicycle. The sooner you make your purchase, the better, especially when it comes to finding the perfect gift. Otherwise, you risk buying something that the person may not like or finding high prices if you shop at the last minute. Lastly, we think making a list is an excellent strategy to speed up your shopping and find something nice. In conclusion Nowadays, shopping options abound: big stores, markets, bazaars, independent shops, or the convenience of online shopping. If you are in Mexico City, we highly suggest you visit the historic center. It is an area where you will find stores and all kinds of gift options; you can also visit some tourist attractions such as the Zocalo, Bellas Artes, the Citadel, or the Templo Mayor.
The best bazaars to buy Christmas gifts in Mexico City
Mexico City has a wide range of handmade crafts, art and local design that amazes everyone. This Christmas season return home with the best gifts you’ll find in the coolest alternative bazaars in the city. We tell you where to do your shopping! The best of all the Mexican talent is concentrated in these bazaars, you can find all kinds of products, from clothes, bags and jewelry to things for your dog and pieces to decorate your home. You can be sure that these things will be original, have good quality and they’ll support the local talent of the country. Take a tour of these bazaars and fall in love with everything they offer. Tráfico Bazar In the heart of La Roma (only 20 minutes walking distance from FlowSuites Condesa) you will find this bazaar that has become one of the most famous in the city. Hundreds of Mexican entrepreneurs and designers set up their stands with their unique products that you will find while visiting the entire venue full of thousands of options. Fashion, beauty, natural products, decoration and even urban art, all in one place. And not only that, while you do your shopping you can enjoy good music, beer, food to calm hunger and it is pet friendly. When? They have itinerant dates, the next one is November 16th and 17th, 2019. Stay tuned to their social networks to know the following dates. Where? Durango # 275, Col. Roma. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Zona Zero This bazaar is characterized by focusing a lot on products that are eco-friendly, although you can find everything there. Soaps, shampoo bars, jewelry and even bottles of authentic mezcal from Oaxaca. It is a perfect place to find gifts for everyone. While shopping there you can also have a beer, fresh fruit water or eat churros, and outside you’ll find many options to eat after a fruitful day of shopping. They focus on fashion, design and art, you will surely find something that catches your eye. When? Their next dates are November 16th and 17th, December 7th and 8th, December 14th and 15th, and they will have night sales on December 21st of this year. Stay tuned to their social networks so you know more of their dates. Where? Orizaba # 83, Col. Roma. From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bazar Fusion Here you will find the cutest things of all. Their products stand out because they are all very beautiful and follow a similar theme: pastel colors, soft designs, very girly and design things that look very Mexican. You can find brands very committed to the environment, natural, healthy and focused on tradition. While walking through the bazaar enjoy an ice cream or a typical marquesita. In addition, during the bazaar they also offer workshops occasionally, you can register and learn things like eco printing. When? Their next dates are from November 15th to the 17th and November 22nd to the 24th. And from November 29th to December 1st, 2019. Stay tuned to their social networks to learn more. Where? Londres # 37, Col. Juárez. Bazaar sabado This is one of the oldest and most traditional bazaars in Mexico City. You’ll find it in an area that is worth knowing and you will surely love. It is over 50 years old and is in a 16th-century house in the heart of San Angel in the Plaza San Jacinto. There are dozens of stores that sell all kinds of crafts, cuisine and art. Thanks to its popularity you will find many other options in the surroundings, from restaurants to emerging artists. In addition, this bazaar is guaranteed Mexican, everything is authentic and is revised to fit the category of genuine Mexican crafts. Take a tour of this bazaar that will captivate you. When? Every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Where? San Jacinto Square # 11, Col. San Ángel.