Brooks Brothers Summer Sale: June 19 – July 4th
Just like Nordstrom, Brooks Brothers uses the start of summer to launch a sizable semi-annual sale. But unlike Nordstrom, there’s a bit more hunting and pecking that has to go on to find deals that are potentially worth attention.
Brooks Brothers has limited the sale on their shirts and polos, because you have to buy at least two to see any discount (just 25%… eh…). It takes a major investment of four shirts to see a nice 40% kickback. So unless you’ve got $200 to blow on four shirts, it’s best to ignore those departments. There’s still a few individual items that have been marked down 25, 30, or in rare cases, 40%, but a reminder…. this isn’t Old Navy, so this gets real expensive real quick.
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Engine Turned Sterling Money clip – $93.75 ($125)
An investment piece for sure, but it’s that part of the year where graduates are graduating. Might be a nice way to send someone off into the real world. Sterling silver, nice art deco lines, simple and timeless style. Personalization is an extra $10. And yeah, you want the personalization.
Regent Fit Soft Cotton/Wool Jacket – $208.60 ($298)
The Brooks Brothers Regent fit isn’t their slimmest fit (that’d be the Milano) but it’s certainly more trim compared to their traditional sackish Madison. Higher armholes, a relaxed shoulder, and get a load of the white buttons. A cheaper alternative can be found at Banana Republic in all cotton, but it won’t feel as nice as this Italian woven cotton/wool blend.
Canvas Leather Messenger Bag – $186.00 ($248)
I can hear the cries of “but it looks like a CHICK’S bag!!” now. It ain’t that feminine. Just lighter in color with some leather accents. For the guys who keep it real simple. 16″ wide. Nice grab handle up top.
Bright Pocket Squares: Slub Check + Madras = $12.00 a piece if you buy both.
The pocket square deal is buy two get 40% off. If you buy one, you get 25% off. Each have plenty of summer wear left with the slub check working well into the fall.
Pebble Messenger Bag – $298.50 (reg. $398)
Was going for the same price during the most recent Brooks Brothers Friends and Family sale. Man it’d be nice if it dipped even lower. By like, y’know, another $150.
Snapper Cufflinks – $123.75 ($165)
No pivoting rear piece on these. Click them open, snap them shut. Modeled after the style that was real popular in the roaring 20’s. Silver plated and made in the USA.
Sterling Silver Knot Cufflinks – $71.25 (reg. $95)
For the guy who doesn’t want big bulky cufflinks, but needs to keep his french cuffs closed at a formal event.
Seersucker Double Breasted Sportcoat – $208.60 ($298.00)
Holy preppy. You’re just a straw hat and a croquet mallet away from calling your better half “muffy”. Not for beginners. Hell, not for most experienced dressers. But if you’re showing off a bit, this is the way to do a summer double breasted jacket. Milano fit and relaxed shoulders avoid that cruise-line look.
Knot Cufflinks – $6.75 (potentially 4 for $20 after the sale)
34 different color combinations to choose from and perfect for wearing with a summer suit. They were doing a 4 for $20 special, but now that the regular price has dropped it looks like that’s not valid. Might be worth waiting it out to see if the 4 for $20 pops back up after the sale expires on the 4th of July.
Made in the USA Cedar Shoe Trees – $21.00 (reg. $28.00)
Twenty bucks isn’t a bad price for a pair of smooth operating made in the USA shoe trees. Worth a look if you’re getting something else and you’re already paying for shipping.
Slim Ties – Two for $94.50 (so $47.70/piece)
With the exception of the 2.25″ knit ties (which should be that slim), Brooks Brothers slim ties are a true, just right, 2 7/8″ slim. Not skinny, not awkwardly small for regular collars, & still not wide enough to land a fighter jet on. Expensive, but they’re English or Italian fabrics that are then made into ties here in the states.
Pricey right? Unlike the friends and family sale when you could take 25% off site-wide (even clearance items) there’s nothing like that going on here this time. Also, Black Fleece is on sale too. In case you want, y’know, something dashing like this. The BB semi-annual sale ends on the 4th of July.
Any reason you couldn’t buy enough to get the bigger discount, then…ummm…decide you didn’t want something?
don’t get knot cuff links here.. just get them on eBay – 5 pairs for around $7 shipped
Brooks Brother Outlet stores are having an up to 60% off sale starting June 30th to July 4th – FYI, I have the luxury of having both near me, so I can pick/choose which one has the better sale(s).
Anyone know if the same sale prices are available in store?
You have to watch the Brooks Brothers Outlet since most of the time it’s manufactured specifically for the outlet and is of lesser quality (their “365” label). All the stores do it — Gap, BR, etc — and you can still find bargains, but I’d not recommend paying the BB premium for their outlet stuff.
Most stores’ computer systems are smart enough to remove that portion of the discount if you return an item. I guess you could give it a try if you’re really inclined though.
I saw this sale and I actually was going to blow 200 on four shirts to get the 40-percent off. I’ve lost about 25 pounds, and have been slowly replacing my old, billowy work shirts with slim fit. I’ve been buying some from J Crew and BR. I was thinking this sale would be a good chance to get a discount on four high quality shirts that I can wear with suits at work.
This post seems to indicate I’d be better off going elsewhere. Any suggestions? I’d kind of like to get four in one shot, and I’m looking for something that will hold up to wear. Or should I stick to this sale?
I think you’re a prime candidate for the 4 for 200 sale. I think most guys buy dress shirts one or two at a time. But if you’re in the market to revamp the stockpile, and you’re looking for some good shirts for a reasonable price, then I think this is the way to go. Congrats on dropping the weight!
Note that even the slim fit shirts are still kinda balloon-y (I’m 5’11”, around 175lb). The extra slim fit may be better but I’ve never tried them.
Concurring with Paul R. The slim fit shirts are still wide, I ordered a bunch and had to return them all. If you are going to get BB shirts go for the extra slim fit.
I love the extra slim fits; the only BB dress-type shirts that’re worth getting, but selection is pretty limited; employee said BB was taken unawares on the popularity of the xs fits, so they’re going to introduce a wider selection this fall/end of summer.
Thanks, Joe. And thanks for all the good advice on this site. It’s very well done.
My pleasure Frank. We all have a good time putting it together. Good luck on the shirts and the sale. Hope they work out for you. And again, congrats on dropping the weight!
If you haven’t pulled the trigger yet, now’s the time – 30% off one, or 50% off two sale on a lot of good shirts.