Here’s the sneaky bit: John Lewis doesn’t just do Black Friday on the day. They start early. Like, really early. You might see “Black Friday deals” popping up a week or two before the actual date. It’s like a slow, luxurious reveal.
Why? Because they know you have a life. You can’t be refreshing a website at 3 AM while you’re trying to sleep. They spread the love, and the sales, over a longer period. It’s like a mince pie—better shared over a few weeks.
So, if you see a “Black Friday” banner in late October, don’t panic. It’s probably just John Lewis being very organized. Or maybe they are just eager to get your money before Amazon does. Both are true.
The Famous John Lewis Christmas Advert Connection
Let’s not forget the emotional rollercoaster of the John Lewis Christmas advert. You know the one. It makes you cry over a dragon having a cold or a tree growing in a house. It’s a guaranteed tear-jerker.
Black Friday at John Lewis feels like the prequel to that advert. You buy the gifts, you feel good, and then a month later you’re sobbing over a little boy sharing his breakfast with a reindeer. It’s all part of the emotional retail cycle.
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I’m convinced they purposely schedule Black Friday so you’re in a good mood for the advert. “You saved £50 on that smart speaker? Perfect. Now cry at this piano-playing penguin.” Diabolical marketing.
