5 Days of Savings at Brooks Brothers: 40% off Accessories & Outerwear
Even with a big discount, a Brooks Brothers suit can be out of financial reach for plenty. But knock a card case down a big percentage, or an “I’m gonna use it every day” item like a briefcase or coat, and a lot of our ears collectively perk up. That’s what makes today’s “5 Days of Savings” Brooks Brothers offer so tempting. 40% off accessories (nope, shoes aren’t included), and 40% off outerwear. But it’s only good through today. You might want to read this, or toss your wallet out the window before we get underway. Because there ain’t enough wax to go around and the siren song is getting awful loud.
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Filson Twill original Briefcase – $135.00 ($225)
One thirty fi… (obligatory) These are included in the sale? Made in the USA, that Filson mix of rugged and refined, and legendary. Bridle leather and water repellent twill. Stock appears to be very low, and might not ship until January. This the best price on these ever? Also, the slightly larger Filson twill computer case drops to $165 with the discount.
UPDATE: Looks like the Original Brief is sold out, and most if not all of the Filson goods are now on backorder with estimated ship dates coming up for 1/11/13.
Filson Medium Duffel – $177.00 ($295)
The official duffel of those who believe 99% of the weekender bags produced these days seem a little too feminine. Low stock on this as well. Starting to wonder if the limited stock is more than just a coincidence? The easier to wield “Travel Bag” is on sale for the same price. 2500ish cubic inches of space on that one.
Slim Laptop Briefcase – $178.80 ($298)
The perfect combination of class and functionality. Made in the USA too. Ballistic nylon, leather accents, and a price tag that means you won’t get something cheap looking or ready to fall apart, but won’t cripple the fun budget for months either. Something that’ll impress the boss but not look like you’re trying too hard.
Filson Cover Cloth Bomber – $141.00 ($235)
More Filson, only this time in wearable form. As straightfoward as a casual jacket gets. Has that leather jacket sorta vibe (yes, the word “vibe” was just used) without the cost of leather, or that look of faux-leather. Plenty tough. Made in the USA. What last year’s Charles & 1/2 jacket aspired to be before it drank too much freshman year and dropped out (still a hell of a coat though, that one).
Brooks Brothers Water Repellent Cotton Mariner Jacket – $178.80 ($298.00)
The Brooks Brothers alternative to the Filson. Looks like this one has more of a stand up collar instead of the traditional bomber lay-down style. Lined with linen on the top half and cotton on the bottom. Available in three shades. Self/tonal elbow patches and a detachable hood.
Brooks Brothers Keyhole Sunglasses – $51.00 ($85)
There just aren’t many sunglasses in that $45 – $65 range. They’re either gas station specials, or high end triple digit designer things. Sure there are some exceptions, but they’re awfully few and far between. The extra 40% off knocks Brooks Brothers branded sunglasses down into that rare, mid-range territory.
Brooks Brothers Metal Navigator (black) or Metal Aviator (brown) – $57.00 ($95)
Here’s the bottom line on these: For $95? Nah. For $57? Well hang on a minute now… Full review over here.
Pebble Card Case – $34.80 ($58) | Golden Fleece Card Case – $58.80 ($98)
Little splurges. Each of them. Pebble texture on the cheaper one, and the embossed Brooks Brothers Golden Fleece logo on the more expensive case might melt even the coldest no-logo hearts. Both come in black or brown.
Wool Plaid Pocket Square – $16.80 ($28) | Tattersall Pocket Square – $12.00 ($20)
Yes, they’re just squares of cloth. And sure, you could probably hack up an old shirt and fold it “just so” to get your own. But the patterns and fabrics here, plus their lower than normal price, are worth a look.
Ribbon Belt in Navy & Red –$28.80 ($48) | Ribbon Belt in Green & Gold – $28.80 ($48)
A little bit of that bright summer belt trend only toned down for the colder months. 1.5″ wide, made from poly, and here’s to hoping it doesn’t slip too much throughout the day.
Sterling Silver Knot Cufflinks – $57.00 ($95)
Undeniably classic in sterling silver. Just the right amount of flash while still remaining subtle.
Snapper Lace BB #2 Cufflinks – $135.00 ($225)
Just might be the best looking cufflinks on the market. Modeled after a 1920s style where the cuff link snaps open so you can slide it through the holes in your french cuffs, then snaps close to keep it secure. Silver plated. Made in the USA. A splurge, or, a hell of a gift from a woman who was just proposed to and wants to give her guy something real nice since she just got that ring.
Filson Bridle Leather Flask – $42.00 ($70)
Well all right. With the 40% off, you can now afford to get him the flask as well as a bottle of something to put in it. Made in the USA, bridle leather accents, stainless steel with a hinged screw down top.
Brooks Brothers Cotton Rugby Stripe Scarf – $40.80 ($68)
Cotton, not wool. But the color and stripe combinations are certainly something else. Perfect if you’re the type to keep your winter coat, gloves, etc… dark and downright drab, and need something to liven it up a little.
Football Leather Briefcase – $298.80 ($498)
A total splurge. But one of those things that once you get it, it’ll be incredibly hard to ignore. Genuine football leather. Flap over top, 15″ wide, hardware is brass, and the interior is lined in a pinstripe material. This is obviously getting near Saddleback territory, so it’s a kick to the wallet, but the curb factor is certainly there.
Canvas and leather Travel Bag – $208.80 ($348)
Over 2700 cubic inches of space, just north of $200, and has that golden-age of travel thing going for it. Too girly? Are you made of money? Get this for her and stash a pair of plane tickets to some romantic destination inside. Money doesn’t make romance, but it sure can make it easier sometimes.
J.W. Hulme Leather Slim Portfolio Briefcase – $312.00 ($520)
Made in the USA. Guaranteed for life. Available in brown leather or the lighter “saddle” shade. Fits laptops up to 15.5″ wide. Like someone gave a Saddleback a clean shave.
The 40% off Accessories & Outerwear sale at Brooks Brothers ends today, 12/4. Other category specific deals will continue this week during their 5 Days of Savings promotion.
I looked. I tried to spend money. This sale underwhelms.
You’re beautiful Nathan.
Kills me that things I want for myself go on sale at the time of year I’m supposed to be spending money on other people.
you are not required to spend anything thing on other people.
*climbing up on to soap box*
People go into debt and all kinds of foolishness this time of year for no good reason other than “to give”. i say give a non-store bought gift to everyone, buy nothing for anyone. you’ll have to think about the gift 10x harder and people will appreciate it 10x more.
*climbing down off soap box after being hit with rotten tomato*
A haiku!
I looked and I looked.
This sale is underwhelming.
I tried to spend cash.
The cufflinks are sharp! I’m gonna have a hard time today not going online and buying them. Damn. I feel like a recovering alcoholic with a bottle sitting in front of him……
Strangely, I’m having a very difficult time finding the size chart for the Brooks Brothers outerwear. I’m 6 foot 1, 200 lbs, 42″ chest. Anyone recommend if I should do Brooks Brothers M or L for outerwear? For further reference, I wear M outerwear in Land’s End (but I’m pretty sure LE are just trying to convince people they’re smaller then they are with their silly S, M, L sizing). Thanks in advance
Is there a store near you? Maybe buy both and return one?
I never knew pigskin could look so sexy.
I’m really tempted by the Filson waxed cotton coat, but I’m not sure about the color. I wear a lot of blue palettes, and black is supposedly versatile, but I find I almost never wear black. Any suggestions?
I know exactly what you mean…
So..are the pocket squares not actually on sale or am I missing a code here?
I gave the 346 version of the knot cufflinks as groomsmen’s gifts for my wedding. Everyone really liked them.
the Filson Umbrella that was featured last month is also on sale…would you buy it now for $58.80?
Apparently the moral from the book “A Christmas Carol” was completely lost on you.
Leg lamps are not durable, i got it…, right?
I have one and love it. It goes with anything really and is super durable
i bought the football leather briefcase last year … and ended up returning it. it was a tough decision but the briefcase is just a tad too big and the leather strap+buckles are functional… as in you have to buckle the strap every time you want to close the briefcase. there is no snap button closure or a quicker way to open/close. i could see the straps getting worn down too soon compared to the rest of the briefcase
and that was when the starting price was $100 less. i didn’t want to return it because it was only a little over $200 but still … for the reasons stated above, i ended up returning it after hanging onto it for a month
Thanks for the positive review. Apparently, one guy hated his (on Filson site).
Actually the moral of “A Christmas Carol” was that people who had more should take care of those who had less, not closing themselves off to the suffering of the “underclass.” Like most of Dickens’ work, it’s a social commentary on the vast inequalities of wealth and power in mid-century England.