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
-40%
Tory Burch
Fleming Soft Leather Crossbody Bag in Black at Nordstrom
$225.00
$375.00
Nordstrom
Marc Jacobs
The Mini Dual Bag Black
$350.00
Neiman Marcus
Urban Expression
Raffia Hobo Bag Brown
$98.00
Anthropologie
-26%
Talbots
Nappa Shoulder Bag - Rattan - 001 Talbots Brown
$124.99
$169.00
Talbots
-57%
Furla
Nero Pelle Women Womens Handbag Black
$388.00
$910.00
LUX LAIR
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.
Cole Haan
Womens Wing Collar Leather Jacket - Black Size Medium
$498.00
Cole Haan
Walter Baker
Santana Asymmetrical Leather Moto Jacket Black
$289.99
Rue La La
Cole Haan
Womens Leather Racer Jacket - Black Size Medium
$498.00
Cole Haan
Iro
Mizio Leather Shirt Black
$175.00
Rue La La
Cole Haan
Womens Wing Collar Zip Up Leather Jacket - Black Size Medium
$498.00
Cole Haan
Commando
Crop Biker Jacket Black
$85.00
Rue La La
Chloé
Black Virgin Wool Peplum Biker Jacket Size XS
$384.61
HEWI
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.
-53%
Cole Haan
Womens Soft Twill Zip-Up Coat - Beige Size 14
$139.95
$300.00
Cole Haan
-30%
Varley
Logan teddy coat White
$206.00
$295.00
Mytheresa
-53%
Cole Haan
Womens Soft Twill Zip-Up Coat - Blue Size 14
$139.95
$300.00
Cole Haan
-34%
-51%
Cole Haan
Womens Hidden-Hood Puffer Coat - Blue Size Medium
$159.95
$328.00
Cole Haan
-20%
Varley
Cyrus reversible coat Beige
$240.00
$300.00
Mytheresa
-43%
Cole Haan
Womens Signature Asymmetrical Collar Convertible Coat 40in - Blue Size Medium
$169.95
$298.00
Cole Haan
-54%
Cole Haan
Signature Quilted Coat in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$149.99
$328.00
Nordstrom
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.
-23%
Maeve
Colette Crop High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans by Maeve Blue
$99.95
$130.00
Anthropologie
-50%
Ganni
High-rise wide-leg jeans Blue
$212.00
$425.00
Mytheresa
-62%
Maeve
Colette Crop High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans by Maeve Blue
$49.95
$130.00
Anthropologie
-20%
Isabel Marant
Lemony wide-leg jeans Blue
$472.00
$590.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Closed
Mira-X Mid-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans Blue
$229.95
$370.00
Anthropologie
-20%
Sportmax
Dangri faded wide-leg jeans Blue
$428.00
$535.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Rag & Bone
Jamie High-Rise Tailored Culotte Jeans Blue
$119.00
$238.00
Neiman Marcus
-30%
Max Mara
Eles mid-rise wide-leg jeans Blue
$385.00
$550.00
Mytheresa
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.
-9%
UGG
fur lined boots - women - Calf Leather - 6 - Black
$224.00
$245.00
FARFETCH
-50%
Gia Borghini
Blondine denim knee-high boots Blue
$341.00
$683.00
Mytheresa
-60%
Aerosoles
Prue Tall Boot in Java Faux Suede at Nordstrom, Size 6.5
$59.40
$149.00
Nordstrom
-50%
See By Chloé
See By Chloé New Ring suede knee-high boots Gray
$412.00
$825.00
Mytheresa
-44%
Stuart Weitzman
Womens Black Mainline Suede Hidden Wedge Knee-High Boot (5 M)
$380.00
$675.00
LUX LAIR
-40%
See By Chloé
See By Chloé New Ring 60 leather knee-high boots Black
$477.00
$795.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Aldo
Nathalee Pointed Toe Knee High Boot in Open Black at Nordstrom, Size 8.5
$90.00
$150.00
Nordstrom
Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler