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Shop January 6, 2021

Best things to buy in January – and what to wait on

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It's a new year, which is one of the best times to shop for specific products.

A few hot-ticket items in January tend to be fitness equipment and winter clothing.

Other popular deals that might not be on your radar include holiday decorations, which are slashed following the season, as well as fine jewelry as retailers are gearing up for Valentine's Day gifting in February.

MORE: Self-care products to help you stress less in 2021

On the flip side, there are several purchases that should be held off on, according to Deal News.

Products to skip buying in January:

Gym memberships - While many would think January is a great time to cash in on a new gym membership, it's recommended to hold off until June as many gyms are still dealing with coronavirus closings and occupant limits. Video game consoles - The latest game consoles are still too new for discounts, but companies will more than likely start rolling out deals toward the end of the year.

Smartphones - It's better to hold off until around September as most new models of phones are released in the fall.

Laptops - Sales on laptops in January are limited as most are reserved for "Back to School" or Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping events.

Now that you know which buys can be skipped this month, scroll ahead and shop some of the best buys for January 2021.

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Winter clothing and shoes

Quilted Utility Puffer Jacket for Women

Price: $40 · 33% Savings
From Old Navy

Original: $59.99

Navigation Stretch Down Jacket

Price: $139 · 39% Savings
From Lululemon

Original: $228

Izzie Genuine Shearling Lace-Up Boot

Price: $249.95 · From Marc Fisher LTD

Fitness equipment

6mm Premium Printed Yoga Mat

Price: $23.99 · 20% Savings
From Gaiam

Original: $29.99 · Valid: 01/06/2021 to 01/10/2021

Restore 3-in-1 Resistance Cord Kit

Price: $15.99 · 20% Savings
From Gaiam

Original: $19.99 · Valid: 01/06/2021 to 01/10/2021

Ab Roller for Abs Workout

Price: $19 · 32% Savings
From Mind Reader

Original: $27.99 · Valid: 01/06/2021 to 01/10/2021

Bedding

All Seasons Down Alternative Comforter Solid Color Box Stitch - King

Price: $27.99 · 34% Savings
From Sweet Home Collection

Original: $42.99

Anchal Decorative Pillow

Price: $62.10 · 10% Savings
From Brooklinen

Original: $69

Down Alternative Mattress Topper

Price: $97.20 · 10% Savings
From Brooklinen

Original: $108
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Organization products

Zimtown Makeup Organizer, 7 Drawers, Clear

Price: $27.58 · 25% Savings
From Zimtown

Original: $36.99

Casafield Set of 6 Collapsible Fabric Cube Storage Bins - 11" Foldable Cloth Baskets for Shelves, Cubby Organizers & More

Price: $19.99 · From Casafield

Good Grips 10-Piece POP Container Set

Price: $99.99 · From OXO

Fine jewelry

Audrey Double Row Diamond Stacking Band Ring

Price: $747.50 · 50% Savings
From Bony Levy

Original: $1,495

Crystal Half Hoop Earrings in 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver, Created for Macy's

Price: $18.93 · 72% Savings
From Giani Bernini

Original: $68

14K Gold Link Stacking Ring

Price: $245 · From Bony Levy

Holiday decorations

32" Snowy Dunhill® Fir Bethlehem Star with Battery Operated LED Lights

Price: $34.99 · 75% Savings
From National Tree Company

Original: $140 · Valid: 01/06/2021 to 01/17/2021

60 Count Shatterproof 4-Finish Christmas Ball Ornaments

Price: $28.99 · 50% Savings
From Northlight

Original: $58

Majestic Fir Tree with Clear Lights

Price: $34.99 · 50% Savings
From National Tree Company

Original: $70 · Valid: 01/06/2021 to 01/17/2021