11.11

11.11 - Pakistan's Biggest Online Shopping Festival

Originated in China. It is One.One.One.One. (11.11). It is a day where people celebrate being single.

Mark your calendars for 11th November 2023, because it's time for the 11.11 shopping extravaganza, a day when you can snag amazing discounts from your favourite brands and online stores. Originating in China, this day is also known as Singles' Day, and it's celebrated worldwide, including Pakistan. The name 11.11 comes from the date itself (11th November), where the number "1" symbolizes being single, hence the term Singles' Day. But this isn't just about celebrating being single — it's about celebrating shopping!

This year, 11.11 is set to be the biggest online shopping event in Pakistan, with discounts and deals from top brands like Daraz, ChenOne, UrbanSole, Kapray, and many others. The sale kicks off at midnight on 11th November and runs for a full 24 hours, so you’ve got a limited time to grab those deals before they’re gone!

Why is it called Singles’ Day (11.11)?

The date, 11th November (11.11), was chosen because the number "1" looks like a lone individual, symbolizing being single. The day was first adopted by the Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba in 2009, offering huge discounts on this day. Last year, Daraz introduced 11.11 in Pakistan, and this year, it’s even bigger. It’s not just Daraz — other major retailers like Symbios, Easypaisa, Alkaram, ChenOne, UrbanSole, and Kapray are also joining in to offer special discounts.

How to Shop Smart on 11.11

While the discounts will be tempting, don’t forget to shop wisely:

1. Do your research: Before you hit 'buy', quickly check if the discount is really as good as it seems. Compare the price with other stores to ensure you're getting the best deal.
2. Return policy: Be aware that many retailers change their return policies during 11.11 sales, so read the fine print before you make a purchase.
3. Stocks are limited: Since these deals are time-sensitive and stock is usually limited, try to start your shopping as early as possible.

Did You Know?

The 11.11 event is massive — it’s more than 18 times the size of Amazon Prime Day, and over 2.5 times bigger than Black Friday and Cyber Monday combined. Last year, in the first 3 minutes of the sale, over $1 billion worth of products were sold worldwide!

So, get ready to shop till you drop — the 11.11 sale is almost here, and it’s bigger than ever!