The popular Next summer sale will hit stores this weekend.

There is bound to be the usual rush as savvy shoppers from across the city head to the stores.

Discounts of at least 50% off are expected in stores and online.

So, there will be many bargains to be had.

So if you fancy it, here's everything you need to know.

When is the Next Summer Sale 2017?

The sale starts on Saturday (July 15).

What time will shops open?

Next stores will open at 5am on Saturday, although people often arrive before.

Can I shop online?

Typically, shoppers can find discounts on the official website from around 8am on the same day as the sale launches.

Is there a way to get early access?

Next offers VIP slots which allow customers to browse the offers online as early as two days before the start of the sale - meaning you can get first dibs.

To be selected for an invitation you must:

1. Have a Next credit account with at least £250 credit available.

2. Have placed and kept an order from the Next Directory this season.

3. Have an up to date email address and be registered to receive sale and promotional emails. (You can amend or update your e-mail address when you sign into your account online.)

4. Have returned less than two thirds of the items you’ve ordered.

For more information on the stores selection criteria see HERE .

How does the VIP slot work?

You'll find that sale stock takes a hammering after the first slot. Finding what you want will be a lot more difficult.

The sale starts on Saturday (July 15).

What else do I need to know?

As soon as information is disclosed when a sale is rumoured to start or VIP slots are being released, you can see if you are eligible for that slot.

Don't wait for your invite from Next via email or text.

By the time you get it, those illusive first slots will be all gone.

Check at 9am, three to four days before the sale is due to start, by logging in on the Next website .

If you get in, you'll be allowed to pick your slot. Pick the earliest slot available.

Not being offered a slot?

To double check, try logging in every half hour.

For any more information on the sales, just visit the retailer's website HERE and create an account to get the latest information.

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