Pre-Black Friday Sales 2019

Time to shop, ladies! Here’s the latest round-up of sales going on today! [UPDATED: 11/28 at 10:00am]

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH | myAbercrombie members receive 50% off site-wide [see my picks and you cannot miss this coat]

AERIE | 40% off the aerie collection + 10 undies for $35

AMAZON | Lots of discounts have already been offered on the hottest items of the seasonIHERE

AMERICAN EAGLE | 40% off + free shipping [don’t miss this dress and  this tunic sweater]

ANTHROPOLOGIE | 30% off everything [plus 25% off sale furniture] with AnthroPerks OR use my code ALYSON30  * ADDED

THIS DRESS is included!

Here are some of my recent Anthropologie purchases that I highly recommend you consider for your wardrobe, home or as a gift:

ASOS | Up to 70% off of everything [I’d hold off … I don’t know for sure but I think they’ll offer a percentage site-wide tomorrow] * ADDED

BACKCOUNTRY | Up to 50% off [30% off Patagonia, 25% off The North Face]

BANANA REPUBLIC | 50% off regular priced merchandise + extra 10% off when you use your GAP card

BAUBLEBAR | 35% off EVERYTHING + 15% off custom gifts [like my pink iPhone case!!!] * ADDED

BODEN | 30% off with code H7N3 at checkout

CLUB MONACO | 30% off site-wide with code BLACKFRIDAY

COLLEEN ROTHSCHILD | 30% off site-wide with code BF2019 [more on IG stories today about this!]

EXPRESS | 50% off site-wide [be sure to check out a few new EXPRESS styles here]

GAP | 50% off everything with code BLKFRIDAY

GOODNIGHT MACAROON | 30% off site-wide with code GIVING30 [no minimum], 40% off when you spend $250+ [code: GIVING40] and 50% off when you spend $450+ [code: GIVING50] … PRO TIP: Make sure to select expedited shipping or you’ll be waiting quite a while for your package. * ADDED

H&M | Enjoy 30% off everything plus free shipping! * UPDATED

J.CREW | 50% off with code SHOPEARLY for J.Crew account members + 40% off with code WHYWAIT [my favorite coats are linked in one spot HERE]

J.CREW FACTORY | 60% off everything [this turtleneck sweater is stunning and under $40; love this shirt + their coat selection]

KATE SPADE NEW YORK | 40% off your entire purchase with code TGIBF

KENDRA SCOTT | 25% off everything OR 30% off when you spend $300

KOHL’S | Tons of great discounts, including this gorgeous pink FitBit Versa Pro

LEVI’S | 40% off with code INDIGO + free shipping [these are a great pair]

LOFT | 50% off with code INDULGE [don’t miss this perfect blazer & i’ll be wearing this tunic today] * UPDATED

MADEWELL | 30% off your purchase with code GIFTWELL

MANGO | 30% off when you spend $100+ with code WARMUP

MATCHES FASHION | If you’re looking to save on luxury items, enjoy 50% off gorgeous designer items HERE * ADDED

MISSOMA | 25% off with code BF25

MONICA VINADER | 30% off site-wide [She has the most beautiful jewelry! I snagged this bracelet & charm yesterday!]

NET-A-PORTER | If you’re looking to save on luxury items, enjoy 50% off gorgeous designer items HERE * ADDED

NORDSTROM | Cyber Sale is LIVE! Up to 50% off select merchandise [see yesterday’s post for more details!] + buy more, get more for Nordstrom members! * UPDATED

OLD NAVY | 50% off everything [obsessed with this buffalo check scarf & these slippers; also linked a really cute turtleneck sweater and vest combo in YESTERDAY’S POST]

ONE KINGS LANE | 30% off site-wide. Exclusions apply. No code required. * ADDED

PIER1 | 25% off site-wide with code BLACKFRIDAY 

POTTERY BARN | 25% off site-wide with code THANKFUL * UPDATED

REVOLVE | Up to 50% off tons of  great pieces!

SHOPBOP | Buy more, save more sale! 15-25% off depending on how much you spend with code MORE19 

SIGMA BEAUTY | 35% off site-wide with code BLACKFRIDAY35 * ADDED

SOLE SOCIETY | up to 70% off select products [these are stunning for under $65]

SPANX | 20% off site-wide! [SPANX LEGGINGS, BABY! Best deal I’ve found online so I’d buy here!]

SSENSE | Up to 50% off designer items like Golden Goose sneakers

SWEATY BETTY | 30% off site-wide with code CHEERS! * ADDED

TARGET | Shop early access doorbuster deals [online only] HERE * ADDED

TOPSHOP | Up to 50% off site-wide! * ADDED

TORY BURCH | 30% off when you spend $250+ or more with code THANKS

TULA | 25% off site-wide with code BLACKFRIDAY19

URBAN OUTFITTERS | Buy one, get one 50% off mix and match merchandise!

VICTORIA EMERSON | Buy one, get one free! [See how I styled mine last year here]

WALMART | Black Friday deals throughout departments, check the latest HERE * ADDED

WAYFAIR | Up to 80% off throughout all departments! * ADDED

WEST ELM | Buy more, save more! Simply spend $150 and receive a percentage off between 15% and 35% + free ship with code SAVEMORE ADDED

A robust Black Friday sale post will hopefully go live [HOPEFULLY] later today with tons of outfit inspiration! But, for now, here are a few picks!

Tips For Shopping Black Friday

ASSESS YOUR WARDROBE, HOME, AND BEAUTY ARSENAL FOR GAPS

There’s going to be a lot of pretty things that are going to be flittering around in front of your face during the next few days. Following this first tip will help you figure out what you should be allowing to steal your attention and take your money. You must arm yourself and you’ve got to do the work of figuring out what these gaps are in order to do so.

MAKE A LIST OF NEEDS AND WANTS

It’s okay to have wants. We all have them. However, the needs are what take priority and it’s important to purchase your needs items first before heading to the wants list. Remember, a need is an item that serves a larger purpose and you would get a significant amount of use out of. Needs are classic items. They’re a wardrobe or household staple. These are things that will make the price per wear worth the price you spend up front because you will get so much use out of it and will be in your home or in your wardrobe for years to come! Being selective about your purchases is really important but you can’t do that unless you know what your gaps are and you have a list at hand. Clearly define what is a need and what is a want before you start your shopping to ensure you make the best purchases for you!

SET A BUDGET AND STICK TO IT

This is something that can be so hard for so many of us who love to shop but, I promise you, it is so worth it. As my Dad always used to say to me growing up, ‘money doesn’t grow on trees so you have to be careful how you spend it’. And, it’s so true. I’ve learned it the hard way. All of the beautiful things in the world are not worth the debt you can easily accrue by trying to have it all. Black Friday is one of those times of the year that is so tempting for some people to spend outside of their means and I am here to tell you that it is truly not worth it. There are very few things we actually need and most of them you likely already have. So, spend wisely, friends! Make solid investments. Look at the materials you’re buying. If you live somewhere cold, spend a little more to invest in higher quality merchandise. I’m getting more and more passionate about this topic as I learn about what the fast fashion industry is doing to our world. Maybe we can chat about that more someday but, for now, those are my tips on having a successful Black Friday! Ha!