Seasonal products can bring big sales in short windows. Timing and stock planning decide whether you profit or are left with unsold stock.
Examples
- Diwali lights, diyas and gift hampers.
- Rakhis and Raksha Bandhan gifts.
- Holi colours.
- Umbrellas and raincoats in monsoon.
- Winter wear and heaters.
- School supplies before sessions.
Timing
- List products several weeks before demand peaks so they gain visibility.
- Send stock to fulfilment centres early.
- Check delivery cut-off dates.
Plan with our festival marketing calendar.
Stock planning
Order carefully based on past sales; plan with our reorder point calculator. Leftover seasonal stock may wait a year.
Clearing leftovers
- Late-season discounts.
- Bundles.
- Store properly for next year if non-perishable.
Read preparing for festive sales.
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