8 Trends Impacting 2013 Holiday Shopping

Advancements in technology are likely to cause this year’s holiday shopping season to look dramatically different from the past. As evidenced by Black Friday and Cyber Monday of this year, more than ever, shoppers are completing more of their holiday gift purchases online.

The Transformation of Black Friday

In 2013, about 141 million consumers hit the shops for deals over Thanksgiving weekend, with more of an emphasis on Thanksgiving Day shopping. What does this mean for Black Friday? This infographic delves into how Black Friday has transformed from one day to an extended weekend event.

It’s the Thought That Counts

If you’re thinking the holidays have to cost you a packet, think again. Budget-friendly presents that come from the heart can be just as meaningful as the expensive ones — if not more so. Check out this infographic for a few gift ideas, and save your pocketbook the strain.

Saving Your Site From Cart Abandonment

This infographic focuses on shopping cart abandonment and how to gain back the $1.7 trillion left in carts each year. With online holiday sales at an all-time high, it is vitally important to make sure that cart abandonment doesn’t hinder your ability to sell.

Christmas Spending – An Infographic Insight

It goes without saying that Christmas is the busiest time of the year when it comes to shopping, but just how much money do we spend every year? How does our spending compare to that of other countries? What are the most popular Christmas gifts of all time?

Cyber Monday 2013 Recap

This Cyber Monday infographic from SmartBear explains the origins of the biggest shopping day of the year, the unbelievable growth it’s experienced since its beginnings in 2005, and several key performance considerations online retailers need to keep in mind throughout the remainder of the holiday season.

Diamond Engagement Rings and Diamond Stud Earrings

This infographic from DiamondStudsWholesale.com takes a look at the history of diamond engagement rings and diamond stud earrings, focuses on the diamond buying process, looks at the typical life cycle of a diamond in a retail environment, moving from the hands of a trader, to when a jeweler sells the ring at a marked up price and even addresses retail sales as well.