Created in the 1990s by students from Nanjing University, Single Day is the celebration of singles in China. A day historically celebrating singularity and individuality before breaking celibacy, Single Day takes place every 11/11. But now, the party also rhymes with promotions and good deals!
If you are single, now you have a day to celebrate! The Single Day is a perfect occasion to highlight your uniqueness and to please yourself. Who Said Celibacy Is Shameful? Certainly not us. Being single means having time to take care of yourself for hours without feeling guilty, it's coming home late at night without risking waking your other half, it's not having to share the last bite of a sandwich delicious…
Your friends in a relationship may tell you that life together is wonderful, a daily life alone is just as much! In addition to the little pleasures that you can give yourself every day, it is also possible to treat yourself to nice gifts just for you. After all, why should you skip a solo Valentine's Day?
The Single Day is the perfect opportunity to enjoyexceptional offers on a wide selection of products. Although not widespread in France, the bachelorette party nonetheless brings together several brands under the same spectrum: that of good deals. Without further ado, discover Chinese Black Friday!
Singles Day in China
Wishing to import and transpose the concept of Valentine's Day in their country, students from the University of Nanjing in China met in 1990 and launched the Single Day (in simplified Chinese 马云 and in pinyin: Guānggùn Jié). Literally, Single Day translates to "festival of dry branches" and promotes celibacy before it is terminated.
As a good idea never comes alone, the founder of the e-commerce site Ali Baba, Jack Ma, decides toassociate this holiday with good deals. In fact, it aligns itself with the concept of American Black Friday and launches a huge online clearance sale reserved for Chinese customers. From the 2010s, Single Day became one of the most important online sales days in the world, even dethroning Black Friday.
How to take advantage of the Single Day in France?
Single or not, you are probably interested in this incredible day of promotions and great deals. Historically, Singles' Day was held only in China. Today, many brands benefit consumers around the world, especially in Europe.
Please note, when you buy outside the European Union, you must pay customs fees (more details at the end of the article).
Do not hesitate to hunt for good deals! Some will only last a day (monday 11 november). Chinese brands are no longer the only ones offering discounts for Single Day. The French and international markets tend to democratize this day. Small round table of merchants offering tempting offers …
European brands that practice Single Day
Obviously, it is not only the Chinese brands that are positioned on the event. Recently, the French market has opened up to Single Day and certain brands (French or foreign) have offered consumers the possibility of taking advantage of offers close to home … online or in stores.
On the occasion of Single Day, Sephora in particular offers 25% reduction on perfumes and perfume boxes.
The Single Day is approaching and Nocibé offers -30% reduction on perfumes and perfume boxes.
On November 11, take advantage of discounts on a selection of accessories on the site Monnier Frères !
From November 11, Baker offers discounts on household appliances!
This November 11, Cdiscount also participates in the Single Day and offers many reductions on a selection of products!
Chinese brands
You have surely noticed it on social networks, the Shein brand is a Chinese brand created in 2008. It offers a line of clothing for women, men and children, technology, funny gadgets and interior decoration. From November 11, take advantage of exceptional offers on the site!
You surely know the concept of this e-commerce site, which specializes in selling products at very low prices. Born from the desire to transpose the Taobao site (reserved for Chinese customers) internationally, Aliexpress was created in 2010 and operates much like Amazon. On the occasion of Single Day, you can take advantage of exceptional offers at extremely attractive prices.
Founded in 2004, the Banggood site is one of the most reliable Chinese e-commerce sites (along with GearBest). Delivery usually takes 3 weeks. This period can however be extended or shortened depending on the times of the year and the carriers you choose to use (with a private carrier such as DHL, you can be delivered in 7 to 10 days).
Founded in 2004, TomTop is a Chinese brand offering gadgets and electronics of all kinds. In addition, the site markets other categories of products, in particular clothing, home and gardening, toys and even music. In short, you will find everything there!
Launched in 2013, the brand specializes in high-tech products. It stands out in the market for the very competitive prices it offers its customers. In addition, the delivery time is 24 to 48 working hours after validation of the order (if the products are in stock). Also note that you can return a product that does not suit you 30 days after delivery of it and you are free to choose a refund or replacement of your product.
We talked about it above, the GearBest site is very active in the e-commerce sphere. The brand offers different products, ranging from textiles to electronics. As on Aliexpress, you will only find Chinese products there (no European or American brand). Also note that you have the possibility of accumulating points, such as a loyalty system, with each purchase made.
Purchase outside the European Union
When receiving a package from a non-EU country, you sometimes have to pay an additional amount. Indeed, the products purchased on foreign sites are displayed without VAT. In addition, customs fees are applied to packages. With some exceptions, any purchase made outside the European Union is subject to customs fees recovered by the State.
Furthermore, although VAT is set at 20% whatever the purchase made, customs fees vary according to the category of the product.
Obviously, these charges are the buyer's responsibility!
It's almost Black Friday, right?
Get ready! From November 27, take advantage of special offers during Black Friday Week. During this week, we will bring you new ideas every day. Do not hesitate to visit our page dedicated to Black Friday 2020 regularly!