THE BLACK FRIDAY SALES I’M SHOPPING

First, a few disclosures. If you’re not in a position to shop this holiday season, please skip ahead. I hate the way that Black Friday sales can feel like they pressure you to buy all the things. It’s perfectly okay to tune it out. That being said – I’ve still got a small handful of gifts to buy and I’m also using this weekend as a chance to buy myself some basics that I need and have been setting aside money for – knowing that they’d go on sale right now. So that’s my approach.

And lastly, I’m going to be sharing 10 great NYC-based small businesses tomorrow to consider. I encourage you to try and come up with a shopping strategy this holiday season that includes small businesses – here in New York or in your own local community. They truly need the support more than ever right now.

Okay – on with the show. Here are the online sales I’m shopping this weekend and what I plan on picking up:

Aerie (40% Off, Free Shipping + 10 for $35 undies): Aerie is my go-to for everyday undies and you can’t beat the price of these right now. Some of the novelty prints skew a little young, but I just go for the solids.

Anthropologie (30% Off Sitewide): I’ll likely be looking for a few unique gifts here and I haven’t fully decided on those yet – mainly because I keep getting distracted by this Grecian bust plant pot and their selection of Christmas tree ornaments.

Boden (30% Off Womenswear): I really love this British brand for classic, quality pieces. I have my eye on this corduroy blazer, these wide leg pants and these jeans. All pieces that I know I’ll wear and love for a long time to come.

J.Crew (50% Off Sitewide + 60% Off Sale): Another one of my favorite go-to places for the pieces that I wear everyday. I am grabbing a fresh white button down shirt and maybe trying these vintage-look faded black jeans.

Sandro Paris (40% Off Sitewide): I have swooned over pieces from this French brand for ages and this sale finally has things in a somewhat attainable price range for me. It’s still a bit of a splurge compared to my usual purchases but this dress is a forever piece to me and between the classic fit and the ‘S’ (for Sandro.. but also Steele!) embroidery – I think I may finally finally treat myself to it.

Talbots (50% Off Sitewide + Free Shipping): You guys know how much I love Talbots for classic, well-made, everyday pieces. I plan on picking up this reversible leather belt and another one of these cotton turtlenecks (I love that the neck doesn’t scrunch down too much).

True & Co (20% Off Sitewide): Why does buying bras always feel like such a pain? I’m determined to have a drawer full of ones I actually like and this underwire free, smoothing, long-line bra has great reviews.

WHAT I’M BUYING:

FAVORITES I OWN, NOW ON SALE:

(Sweater shown above is 50% off here)

HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS FOR HIM

While I like to think I’m a pretty good gift giver – I’ll be the first to admit that the men on my list always feel the hardest to shop for. So this year I’m starting early – making a game plan and nailing it. And of course, sharing with you all what’s on my list! Below a gift for every special guy in your life. For your dapper Grandpa, a cozy plaid scarf. For your outdoorsy Dad, a great pair of leather boots. And for your music-loving brother, a waterproof speaker for singing in the shower. And pretty much everyone needs one of these carry-on cocktail kits in their stocking for the next long flight. No matter who’s on your list, I’ve got you covered below (you can also hover over the image above and click on the plus mark to take you directly to that item’s page). Happy shopping and happier holidays!

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FOR THE OUTDOORSMAN

FOR THE GUY ON THE GO

FOR THE MUSIC LOVER

FOR THE THRILL SEEKER

FOR THE DAPPER DUDE

UNDER $25