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Best Things To Sell Online In The Autumn/Winter Season

By Olga L.

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Are you looking for the good things to sell online in the upcoming season? Let’s try to figure it out what can you add to your product offer!

Why is it important for entrepreneurs to review the things to sell online when seasons change?

For you, as a dropshipping store owner, a season change means a bunch of several important things at once, such as:

  • Technology update

Quite often, even a couple of month is a sufficient period of time for researchers and manufacturers to introduce a new technology or to find out a new type of unmet customers’ needs. You should monitor these updates closely: most likely, they will lead to noticeable market movements – see below!

  • Market shifts

When a new type of customers’ needs gets discovered, a new narrow segment of the potential buyers’ audience gets formed – therefore, you, along with other online store owners, get the opportunity to target a previously untapped market.

  • New products arrival

After a technological breakthrough, revolutionary items appear on the market. They either gradually attract the attention of a wide audience, or become hugely popular instantly; in any case, you need to keep the potential surge of demand for them in mind.

  • Emerging fashion trends

Never underestimate the power of fashion! As we can learn from the example of this story, even an element that previously was solely associated with beauty and makeup can make its way to gadgets and interior design items. So, it’s important to monitor the news of high fashion: chances are, the newest obsessions will later also become featured in other spheres as well.

  • Buyers’ sentiment change

Waiting for a new time of the year, the average buyer thinks about the nearest future and gets ready for it. So, people don’t only buy the season-appropriate clothes – they also buy stuff to prepare for going on vacation trips, or adopting new hobbies, or celebrating the seasonal holidays, etc.

What are the best things to sell online in the autumn/winter season of 2020?

Well, first of all, there is no universal answer. 🙂

As you have already understood it from the previous chapter, we highly recommend you to update your store offer with some season-appropriate products, but what exactly should you choose?

To find the best options for your own store, you need to do the following:

  • Review your current product range

What exactly are you selling? What types of items could naturally complement the products that you already have?

  • Learn the market news

What’s going on in the niche you’re taking? Are there any new products on the market or any trends that everyone is crazy about?

  • Think about your target audience

What do your potential customers need at this period of time? What will they need in a foreseeable future?

Keep it in mind that when it comes to online shopping, buyers typically prefer to make purchases in advance – for example, if they need the item by December, they are likely to start looking for it in October. We have illustrated this fact in our holiday preparation checklist, so don’t forget to check it out – it’s already a good time to start getting ready for the winter holidays season.

Don’t be afraid of the things that have a narrow seasonal period of use: thanks to the nature of dropshipping, it costs you nothing to add them to your existing product offer, and you can also remove them easily if you see they are not demanded by your audience.

Maybe, the sample examples below will help you look for the perfect ideas!

Things to sell online in autumn and winter: being comfortable outside

Is your store dedicated to clothes, or lifestyle accessories, or outdoor activities? Think about adding a couple of autumn-friendly clothing articles to your store offer, and don’t forget that winter is coming.

Lightsaber-style umbrella

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Price – US $12.30, rating – 4.6*, number of orders – 151

Transparent umbrella

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Price – US $9.99, rating – 4.4*, number of orders – 124

Hooded raincoat

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Price – US $14.35-16.17, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 135

Waterproof shoes cover

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Price – US $6.86-7.84, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 1340

Portable hand warmer

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Price – US $1.11, rating – 4.7*, number of orders – 610

Socks

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Price – US $4.03, rating – 4.8*, number of orders – 38

Things to sell online this season: being comfortable at home

Is your store niche related to creating a cozy home environment? In the colder season, your buyers can heavily benefit from the things that create a warm and relaxing atmosphere.

Thick sole socks

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Price – US $3.41, rating – 5.0*, number of orders – 40

Sleeping cat rug

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Price – US $5.77-12.10, rating – 4.7*, number of orders – 201

White bear carpet

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Price – US $19.36-38.37, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 30

Feet warmer

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Price – US $25.00, rating – 4.7*, number of orders – 44

Night light & phone charger

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Price – US $11.11, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 215

Decorative lighting

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Price – US $19,95, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 1341

Things to sell in the autumn/winter season: staying entertained

What will your target audience do when it’s cold outside? Cherish the summer memories, learn some engaging crafts, or cook delicious food, maybe? Think about it when you are choosing things to sell in your online store!

LED photo clips

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Price – US $3.80-6.50, rating – 4.8*, number of orders – 2165

LED lighted drawing board

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Price – US $13.42-14.56, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 1315

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Price – US $1.50, rating – 4.7*, number of orders – 237

Scrapbooking supplies

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Price – US $1.61, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 2499

Embroidery pattern

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Price – US $8.67-15.13, rating – 5.0*, number of orders – 30

Good things to sell in the upcoming season: planning holidays

As it was already mentioned, holidays preparations typically start well ahead of the festive season itself. So, if your current store thematics allows it, consider offering party decorations and fun items to your clients.

Gift boxes

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Price – US $5.43-18.96, rating – 4.9*, number of orders – 1401

Party tableware

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Price – US $2.40, rating – 4.8*, number of orders – 1515

Thematic holiday decoration

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Price – US $3.62, rating – 5.0*, number of orders – 902

Don’t have a store yet? Use this guide to choose a thematic direction for it, and don’t forget to use our free niche evaluation tool to check if your idea has a good financial potential.

By now, you already have the understanding of the best things to sell online in the new season. Use these ideas for your inspiration, and start upgrading your dropshipping store today!

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By Olga L.
Olga is a Copywriting Director at AliDropship. Having graduated from the Faculty of International Business’ as an Advertising specialist, she puts years of her copywriting experience into making clear and informative guides, tutorials, and other educational materials for dropshipping newcomers worldwide.
5 Comments
Mark 6 years ago

You’re ignoring the Southern Hemisphere again! LOL 🙂

John Smith 6 years ago

Good idea, thanks!

Kingsley 6 years ago

Thanks and what about things to sell for the Hurricane ?

Earnest Roberts 6 years ago

Love reading your stuff Olga, always thought provoking. I appreciate what you do

Piyush 3 years ago

I can sell these items on my store if these products could get delivered to customers in the current season. You know what I mean.

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