5 style staples you won’t regret buying during Black Friday sales
Black Friday is one short week away, and with it will come oodles of sales, promotions, and deals all aiming to get your attention. With so many options it’s easy to feel overwhelmed: whether you’re shopping in person surrounded by hundreds of people or dodging pop-up windows and ads in online stores.
What really helps keep cool and make sound financial decisions in these moments of chaos is coming prepared with a foolproof plan. “Capsule wardrobe” and “timeless staple” are overused buzzwords, yes, but they come in handy during this time of year. The best deals you can shop for on Black Friday are evergreen, trendless wardrobe staples that will serve you well for years to come. Instead of surrendering to those trendy pieces that will go out of style in a few months, use this moment to invest in pieces that you will never regret buying. Here are our picks.
A well-made, neutral-hued leather shoulder bag is a tried-and-true staple in any accessory arsenal. While big designer names like Bottega Veneta might not partake in seasonal discounts, there are plenty of independent designers offering more affordable products at the same level of quality. For a timeless investment piece, avoid logo-heavy options and trendy emblems to ensure your shoulder bag stays in style throughout the years.
Marc Jacobs
The Mini Dual Bag Black
$350.00
Neiman Marcus
Marc Jacobs
The Charm Shoulder Bag in Black at Nordstrom
$250.00
Nordstrom
Longchamp
Le Pliage Original Nylon Tote Brown
$108.00
Rue La La
Longchamp
Le Pliage Small Crossbody Bag in Khaki at Nordstrom
$265.00
Nordstrom
-44%
AllSaints
Luna Slouchy Suede Shoulder Bag Brown
$200.80
$359.00
AllSaints
-30%
Marc Jacobs
The Leather Cargo Bag in Camel at Nordstrom Brown
$276.50
$395.00
Nordstrom
Cult Gaia
Azariah Coil Leather Top-Handle Bag Brown
$458.00
Bergdorf Goodman
The leather jacket has remained synonymous with cool for decades for a reason. A black leather jacket, especially in a moto or bomber style, will prove itself as a strong wardrobe ally if you give the style a chance. Style it up or down, it remains a sturdy and ageless outerwear option. Layer it with cozy pieces during these last mild fall and winter days and come back to it next spring.
Pilcro
The Weston Faux Leather Boyfriend Jacket by Pilcro Black
$148.00
Anthropologie
-43%
Cole Haan
Leather Biker Jacket in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$299.99
$528.00
Nordstrom
Cole Haan
Stand Collar Leather Jacket Black
$211.99
Rue La La
Guess
Miko Faux Leather Moto Jacket in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$148.00
Nordstrom
Alo
| Socialite Shacket Jacket in Black, Size: Medium
$198.00
Alo Yoga
Blank NYC
Moto Jacket Black
$60.99
Rue La La
-68%
Emporio Armani
Jackets Black
$472.00
$1,453.00
Yoox.com
December is almost here, which means one thing: winter is coming. Before you’re left shivering in the January cold, grab a last-minute investment piece in the form of a warm winter coat. Classic single- and double-breasted coats are a great option for milder winters: make sure to go for a fully natural composition—either 100% wool or a wool/cashmere blend—for maximum durability and warmth. If temperatures in your area routinely drop below zero, a fluffy puffer coat or jacket will be the best option to keep you toasty until spring.
-44%
Karl Lagerfeld
Double L Quilted Coat in Sand at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Beige
$139.99
$250.00
Nordstrom
-60%
Cole Haan
Womens Taffeta Down Coat With Elasticaded Waist Inserts - Pink Size Medium
$159.95
$398.00
Cole Haan
-38%
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Plaid Longline Wool Blend Coat in Camel/Cream Plaid at Nordstrom, Size 18 White
$199.99
$320.00
Nordstrom
-53%
Cole Haan
Womens Signature Asymmetrical Collar Convertible Coat 40In - Blue Size Medium
$139.95
$298.00
Cole Haan
-39%
Sandro
Puffers Black
$473.00
$778.00
Yoox.com
-54%
Cole Haan
Womens Chevron Wool Coat - Brown Size 14 Beige
$184.95
$398.00
Cole Haan
-35%
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Logo Patch Quilted Coat in Birch Tan at Nordstrom, Size X-Large Brown
$149.99
$230.00
Nordstrom
-53%
Cole Haan
Womens Soft Twill Zip Up Coat - Blue Size 14
$139.95
$300.00
Cole Haan
Blue jeans are the ultimate wardrobe staple, loved and worn daily by most of us. Black Friday deals are a chance to do something not many of us can do on the regular: splurge on a designer pair of jeans. Whether you go for a classic cut by an iconic brand—like The Row’s Eglitta straight-leg jeans—, a unique design—like Toteme’s signature Twisted seam—, or a sustainable option—like Nudie Jeans—, sometimes even the most humble deserve an upgrade.
-75%
1989 STUDIO
Blue Boyfriend jeans
$92.50
$370.00
TheDoubleF
-20%
Self Portrait
Embellished high-rise wide-leg jeans Blue
$496.00
$620.00
Mytheresa
-45%
Mother
Light blue The Spinner Zip Sneak jeans
$183.54
$333.71
TheDoubleF
-40%
Good American
Good Waist Patch Pocket Palazzo Jeans in Indigo911 at Nordstrom, Size 15 Blue
$95.40
$159.00
Nordstrom
-45%
Mother
Lil Doozy Fray flared jeans Blue
$183.54
$333.71
TheDoubleF
-66%
Emporio Armani
Jeans Blue
$80.00
$237.00
Yoox.com
-50%
Diesel
1996 D-Sire jeans in medium blue with faded effect
$136.73
$273.46
TheDoubleF
-40%
Alexander Wang
Mesh Insert Curved Leg Jeans in Vintage Bleach Blue at Nordstrom, Size 29
$390.00
$650.00
Nordstrom
Weather-Friendly Boots
Alas, ballet flats season is coming to a close, but boots season can be just as exciting. Proper, actually warm, winter boots are not only a style essential but a preferable alternative to throbbing, freezing toes. Snow-friendly styles include Moon Boots and UGGs, but a classic leather pair will also serve you well (almost) year-round.
-15%
Moon Boot
Icon snow boots - men - PVC - 35/38 - White
$204.00
$240.00
FARFETCH
-24%
UGG
fur lined boots - women - Leather - 10 - Black
$252.00
$333.00
FARFETCH
-60%
-52%
AllSaints
Odyssey Knee High Suede Boots Brown
$239.20
$499.00
AllSaints
-64%
Dolce Vita
Tarren Knee High Boot in Olive Suede at Nordstrom, Size 7.5 Regular Calf Brown
$99.97
$275.00
Nordstrom
-44%
AllSaints
Escher Chain Leather Rider Boots Black
$276.80
$495.00
AllSaints
-63%
Franco Sarto
Genevieve Knee High Boot in Brown at Nordstrom, Size 6.5
$99.97
$270.00
Nordstrom
-40%
Dolce Vita
Regy Western Boot in Lt Brown Suede at Nordstrom Rack, Size 6.5 Regular Calf
$89.97
$149.97
Nordstrom Rack
Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler