Christmas can be a time of shopping and winding down after a busy year. However, if you find yourself regretting your purchases after you see the boxing day sales, here are some tips on what you should hold out for until after Christmas.

Winter clothing – Winter clothing at the height of winter, will be expensive. However, if you hold off until January or June, you will realize that most of the expensive winter clothing is almost 50% off.

Toys and small gifts – Once the holiday rush is over, retailers that sell cosmetic sets, toys, spa gift baskets and much more opt to place these items in clearance bins to make room for new stock. Use this time to buy gifts for kids and adult birthdays gifts later on during the year.

Decorations – Christmas décor is useless after Christmas. If you are looking at changing your Christmas look, consider buying your Christmas décor just after Christmas.

Fitness products – The fitness industry counts on people spending on gym memberships and fitness gear as the new year approaches. Look for discounts on DVDs and fitness equipment. You should also look at second-hand equipment as most people will sell their old equipment to make way for new purchases.

Food – The demand for foods like baking supplies, wine, cheese and seasonal flavors of products are a lot less after Christmas is over. Look at stocking up on these items for a few months ahead or freeze your favorite cookies and cakes for a special event.

The right bedding can make a huge difference in the visual appeal of your bedroom. A great style can either blend in with the current décor, or become the main focus of the space. Whichever is your goal, it’s helpful to take into consideration the following three components to assist with your decision: color, design, and theme.

1. Color: Finding an entire color scheme for your room can help you choose the best color for your bedding. One way to accomplish making the bed a focal point, is to keep all other color in the space subdued, but add a pop of color on the bed. Purchasing brightly colored bedding sets can add a lot of personality to a room.
2. Design: Patterns and details on your bedding can either compliment the room, or add interesting contrast. For example, if the room has a simple and clean design, finding a quilt with a bold and intricate pattern could be pleasantly striking. On the other hand, a plush yet simple comforter would maintain the overall feel of the space.
3. Theme: Finding a theme for the design of your entire room can be a useful tool for decorating. There are both low-budget and high-end designer bedding available to suit just about any style. Whether your theme is modern or retro, or speaks to a general feeling, such as tranquility or high energy, it can act as a guide for making a strong choice for your new bedding.

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Summary: Learn how to buy bedding for young men in high school or college.

Teen bedding is one of the hardest gifts to buy. Teens want to spend time in their bedrooms, but seem to be indifferent about the state of those rooms. This is a headache for parents, and they are often forced to take the lead on designing the bedrooms for boys and young men. Still, the process doesn’t have to be so challenging. If you follow these simple tips, you’ll help your growing men develop a sense of style and take pride in the state of their living spaces.

Color Coordination

Men tend to like neutral colors. Blacks, grays and earth tones are all winners for the most part. Although exceptions do exist, bedding collections with a simple color palette will make you run into fewer obstacles. As cute as themed gifts are, adolescent males probably want to keep things simple. If you do opt for a themed gift, keep it understated, like buying a pillow case with the logo of their favorite sports team.

Cleaning Instructions

Young men probably won’t dry clean, even if the instructions clearly tell them to do so. Especially in college, where most people are still getting the hang of budgeting. As a result, some of the more delicate luxury bedding sets might be wasted on a high school male. Try to keep the maintenance as simple as possible, and make sure they can toss it into the washing machine and move along with their day.