Sales that deserve some attention heading into the weekend, or sometimes, a bit earlier. Might not be some massive once a year event, but still worth a look. Those are what make up these handfuls. Expect these things when necessary. Five of the better sales, one for each finger, are below. Included are a few picks worth pointing out.
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J.Crew Factory: 20% off & free shipping of orders $100+ w/ HAULPASS
The Picks: Three Solid Merino V-Necks – $82.80 ($103.5)
Is this the end of 30% off J. Crew Factory items? 20% is nice, but when you have to tip a $100 balance and add on top the fact that we’re all used to those 30% off J. Crew Sale / Factory item codes… then it’s certainly a switch. Meanwhile, for the picks, it’s putting all of your sweater eggs in one brand basket, but the Merino V-necks from J. Crew Factory have worked out just fine for a few of us. They do suffer from some piling after awhile, but they’re a terrific medium-thickness, well made, and even the non-slim fit is decently trim at the sides. Featured as the go-to sweater in this year’s $1500 wardrobe. Breaks down to $27.60 per sweater, shipped, after the code.
JC Penney: Various markdowns on their new jcp line
The Picks: Dark Wash Jeans – $22 ($30), Gingham Poplin – $20 ($25), OCBD – $20 ($25)
If you missed it over in the $1500 wardrobe “shirts” post, it looks like the jcp brand is getting handed their first price cuts. Their outstanding $25 oxfords are now $20, their great for $30 jeans are now $22, and a few other items are marked down as well. There’s also some new items that have been added to the line. Yes they’re basics, but they fit well, are well made, and without the sale they’re incredibly affordable. Overview of the jcp line can be found here. Ships free at $50 to your door with code JCPSHIP.
Brooks Brothers: Veterans Day Online Clearance Event
The Picks: Buckle Waxed Jacket – $134.40 ($448) | Unstructured cotton blazer – $74.40 ($248)
Last Call: 40% off one item. Free shipping at $75 w/ LCNOV75
The Pick: Sebago Hamilton Waterproof Wingtip Boot – $105.00 ($175)
Been awhile since these got a mention. Did a full review about a year ago and they seemed at the time to be a home run for many. The obvious key detail is that they’re waterproof. They’re not a big fat pair of Sorels (these aren’t insulated at all) but as long as the temps stay reasonable and you wear wool socks, these could get you through most of winter looking better than most. Very grippy sole. Leather isn’t as supple as most, but that’s because they’ve been waterproofed. Also available in black. $175 through Sebago.
L.L. Bean / L.L. Bean Signature: 10% off w/ NOV10
The Pick: L.L. Bean Signature Searsport Flannel Blazer & Pant – $288.00 ($320)
Yes, you guys have seen this one plenty. But it’s as warm and as tough as it gets at this price. Does suffer from some awfully long sleeves and those damn functional sleeve buttons. It appears that some LLBean email list people got an email with a 15% off clickthrough one-time-use code, so this drops to $272 with that. Full review here. Part of this year’s tweed suit roundup. Ships free. Also worth a look: their Maine Lodge boots, now down to $63 with the code.
BONUS = Rugby: Extra 20% off sale + free shipping w/ INSIDERFALL
The Picks: Lambswool Striped Scarf or Lambswool Plaid Scarf – $33.32 ($59.50)
By now, most seem to know that Ralph Lauren is shutting down their Rugby brand in early 2013 (thanks to all who sent in the style tips). So stay tuned for more price slashing. For now, these are worth a good hard look if you want a new bold scarf for winter. Made in Italy for the striped, made in Scotland for the plaid. The extra 20% off happens with the code INSIDERFALL, and the free shipping no minimum is a very nice add on.
Also worth note: Lands’ End / L.E.C. has launched their 30% off everything Friends & Family event. Use the code FRIENDS and pin 3010 to get the discount plus free shipping no minimum. GAP is also doing a 30% off F&F event with code GAPFRIENDS. Banana Republic has 30% off full priced items with BRSAVE30. They also have a Friends & Family event going on for Luxe cardholders good for 50% off up to 5 full priced items in store. Bonobos is offering 25% off orders of $175 and up with the code BOLDFORCOLD. Macy’s just launched a one day sale which runs through Saturday 11/10.
Old Navy also has a 50% off sale on outwear in store and up to 50% off outwear online (and I think there’s a 20% off code online as well). Definitely a good pick if you have an Old Navy near you.
Great picks as always. Those scarves look interesting.
The JCPenny sale is interesting because the company “relaunched” with the premise that there would be no sales. Guess it didn’t work.
http://racked.com/archives/2012/06/20/jcpenney-admits-their-nosale-strategy-has-driven-away-customers.php
Thanks for the tip on the Hamiltons. I’ve been waiting for them to be in stock and dip down to that price point.
I’m usually a X-Small in J.Crew Factory stuff. Would the Small be too large for me ?
On another note, my Sebago Hamiltons are not waterproof anymore. I think water is infiltrating from a crease. Is there anything I can do?
they were 87 last week in the 40% off sale. Last call prices fluctuate like crazy.
I bought those Sebago boots last time they were featured on Dappered, and they’ve quickly become one of my favorite pairs of shoes.
How is the sizing on the Sebago’s?
Anyone have any thoughts on this driving jacket from the BB sale?
http://www.brooksbrothers.com/Driving-Jacket/ML00103,default,pd.html?dwvar_ML00103_Color=TAUP&dwvar_ML00103_Size=SML&contentpos=3
I think I’d prefer the navy, but they only have Sand in my size.
For anyone looking at the JCP oxfords, Uniqlo has revamped their oxford fit and they’re way better now. For $30, I haven’t found a better slim-cut oxford.
The Hamilton boots don’t say waterproof anywhere on the description on LastCall, are you sure these are the same? I’d buy them, but I need to be sure they’re waterproof…
I’d be weary of the Lastcall deal on Sebago’s with the vibram sole. The sole starts to peal off after only a couple dozen wears.
thank your veterans for the sales! well, and everything else
dropped on the sebagos
Hm. Didn’t catch that last week. Totally agreed that prices go up and down like nuts over there.
Granted the one he is wearing is a darker shade, but as long as you wear it like this: http://i.imgur.com/Gkg6k.jpg and not how the model on the BB site is, could be a very nice look.
I grabbed that Brooks Brothers unstructured blazer. Also picked up a Cable Knit Crewneck that was on sale.
Brooks brothers has a lot of suits on sale for around $400 too, about as low as I’ve ever seen them before
Hey guys, I was nosing around the Land’s End sale. They’ve got a tailored, wool flannel suit that may be of interest for $160 shipped: http://www.landsend.com/pp/mens-wool-flannel-suit—tailored~245735.html
The sizes are a bit limited on the pants in the greys, but if you’re a bit bigger around it may be for you. With much greater availability is their navy option. Never seen navy flannel in person, but either way it’s a Land’s End wool suit for a good price.
Do you wear them mostly with jeans, or how?
The linen cotton one? Been eyeing that myself. Wonder how it fits.
Anyone have any more thoughts on the v-neck? I’ve been debating between Express, J Crew and BR… I am worried about piling…
Jumped on the blue/yellow Rugby scarf. Been looking for one like that for a while. Thanks, Joe!
what do you guys think – hold out and wait for a lower price?
FWIW, this isn’t a sale. It’s a mark-down. That usually means the price isn’t going to go back up after a specified period of time. Whether right or wrong, JCP is sticking to their guns.
That’s a much better pic, and looks like a nice jacket. I decided to go ahead and get the Sand.
How does Uniqlo compare to Bonbos in terms of fit and quality? Bonobos can be worn untucked which is a huge advantage compared to JCP head to head.
I second the Sebago soles getting worn off, although for me i’d been walking to and from work (1/2 hour each way) for about 2 months before it happened.
I wear them with almost everything. They look great with jeans of any wash, especially in a straight leg. Dockers alpha khakis look really nice with them as do hospital scrubs and dressier cotton chinos if the shoes are cleaned and conditioned.
There are some nice Ralph Lauren Rugby sports coats at some good prices–once you use the 20% discount. They are 3 button though
http://www.rugby.com/shop/category.aspx?categoryid=11827696&cp=3768060
I don’t know about J Crew and BR v neck, but Express pima cotton V Necks don’t have piling issues. The only setback is they are particularly thin.
FYI – you can call the 800 # and they’ll find a store that has the size. Call the store, and they’ll ship to you directly.
Want the Hamiltons… in Canada though o: