I don't want to peak too soon but bloody hell, the shops are getting busy 
It will get to the stage of "I'm Not going out to Lakeside/Bluewater on a Saturday so don't even dream it" except if DD and I do a late night Friday or Saturday .
I know that if I go to one or two shops then I'll be carrying a load of bags and need to keep putting them in the boot.
I'll buy some online once I get a list (things like Lakeland where they don't have everything instore)
M&S , I prefer to order to store delivery.
DH and I always book a day to have a wander round , usually we've bought most of the bulky stuff before then, this'll be the Stocking gifts etc.
(Food will be bought on the Friday before Christmas then a late last minute on the 24th for the last few fresh things)