Retailers launch big pre-payday deals to tempt shoppers before Black Friday — here are our picks

With Christmas fast approaching, many shoppers will be looking to get ahead and stock up on presents early. Naturally, a discount is always appreciated, which is why many of us are starting to get excited about the upcoming

The event, which sees significant discounts on everything from electronics to home goods, is officially due to kick off on November 29 — but shoppers are already getting a taste of the deals to come. Major brands like and have launched early price cuts, giving consumers a head start on snagging the best bargains.

With so many early reductions dropping, though, it can take time to pin down the best ones. Fortunately, we're keeping a close eye on the top offers so you don't miss out.

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Scroll down for our top picks — and be sure to bookmark this page, as we'll be updating it regularly as the best deals land.

The best early for 2024

Oodie

Oodie, the mastermind behind the viral fleece hoodie that has been saving , has already dropped some decent discounts. Our top pick? The has been reduced to £39 from £65 — that's a decent £26 saving on a wearable blanket that'll keep you cosy as temperatures drop.

Shark

Tech giant Shark's epic has been garnering attention in the beauty recently. This nifty hair tool has five different attachments designed to dry your hair in its preferred finish without the need to switch devices.

It's pretty pricey, though, retailing at £299.99, but right now, you can get 15% off with the exclusive discount code REACH15. Note the discount is only valid until October 27, so snap it up quickly if you're tempted.

Ninja

If you're looking to get your kitchen in order, early sale is worth a look. The brand has already dropped lots of discounts on a wealth of products, including £50 off the and £30 off the .

Bargain hunters can currently snap up the by using the voucher code STACKED30 – a tidy saving of £30 from its usual price tag of £229.99. features two vertically stacked 3.8L drawers – each spacious enough to accommodate a whole 1.2kg roast chicken – that can be used to cook four layers of food evenly and simultaneously with the included racks, making it perfect for feeding up to six people.

Look Fantastic

is a treasure trove for beauty fans, with a wealth of cosmetic and skincare brands to browse and enjoy. The site will be running Black Friday offers throughout November, but until then, there are still many great discounts to consider.

That includes 20% off (beloved by Molly-Mae Hague) and . Look Fantastic will launch its £40 Black Friday Edit on November 1, with products worth over £175 — definitely one to put in your diary.

Roman Originals

Fashion brand has been impressing us recently with its stylish yet affordable range of clothing, from winter jackets to party dresses. Ahead of the Black Friday sales, shoppers can grab a modest 10% discount on everything—just pop in the code GLOW at checkout.

The offer includes this trendy which shoppers are raving about. Sleek and stylish it's being praised by fashion fans across the board for being comfortable and not bulky. It's usually £55, but by using the code, you can snap it up for £49.50 for a limited time.

Samsung

Samsung has dropped some early deals on its most popular devices, including the , to the delight of tech fans. Simply enter the discount code TWENTY to grab a 20% discount on selected Galaxy devices.

When is Black Friday?

In 2024, Black Friday falls on Friday, November 29 and continues through the weekend, culminating on , December 2. However, as mentioned, many retailers offer early access to deals, sometimes starting weeks in advance.

What is Black Friday?

Black Friday is an annual shopping event that kicks off the holiday season with big discounts across all types of products — from homeware and beauty to fashion and tech. Originally tied to the day after Thanksgiving in the US, Black Friday was first launched by Amazon in the UK in 2010 — and there's no sign of it slowing down, with the majority of retailers taking part.

It's considered to be one of the busiest shopping events of the year, often setting the tone for holiday sales, including the Day and January sales.