Black Friday. A mess in person, but thanks to the explosion of e-commerce, you can hunker down at home while avoiding the crush of humanity at all the brick & mortar stores. Cyber Monday? Still also worth paying attention to, but many brands and retailers have outstanding discounts going on online today. And that means you can avoid swapping sweat (or automobile paint) with those willing to sell their first born for an off-brand flat screen. Here’s some of the best style-centric deals for men running today. Picks are scattered about when something was too good not to specifically mention.
Nordstrom: Select Items 33% off or More off for Black Friday
This is the first time Nordstrom has ever done any kind of Black Friday deals online, and when it comes to the guys… they’re just barely dipping their toes in the Black Friday waters. 185 “select items” at post time. That’s not a lot compared to the 2,633 Black Friday items for the ladies.
J. Crew Factory: 50% off + free shipping at $50 w/ HOLIDAY50
- Thompson 100% Wool Solid Suiting – $198.00 (usually in the mid $200s)
- Thompson 90% wool / 10% Nylon Herringbone Blazer – $99.00 (usually $115 – $130)
- Slim Fit Merino V-Neck – $32.00 ($64.50)
As good as it seems to get. Under $200 for the all-wool Thompson suit separates (the solid options at least), under a hundred bucks for their outstanding, nice and trim off the rack sportcoats, and $32 for a slim merino V. Buy two of those sweaters and they ship free with the code. Stinks that the navy tweed sportcoat w/ elbow patches is sold out. More on the outstanding herringbone blazer over here. Thompson suiting review, once again, this way.
J. Crew: 30% off site wide (exclusions apply) w/ HOLIDAY
- Slim Merino Striped Crew – $55.65 ($79.50)
- Italian Herringbone Wool Sportcoat – $215.60 ($328)
- Lambswool stripe waffle-knit scarf – $38.15 ($54.50)
- Penfield Gym Bag – $49.00 ($80)
- Slim Oxford Pajama Set – $55.65 ($89.50)
Boy… with the uptick in prices ($400+ blazers are showing up more and more), you have to wonder if J. Crew is going to struggle, mightily, to repeat in Store Wars this year. 30% off site wide (with exclusions, Ludlow, lots of 3rd party, etc…) is solid though. UPDATE: Check that, some Ludlow Suiting does get the cut. But even with the 30% off, you’re looking at mid $400s. But there seems to be less and less in the price range for most of us these days. Yet their sportcoats are still top notch quality, their slim sweaters are desired by plenty, and their accessories can be awfully tempting. Haven’t seen that Italian Herringbone blazer in person, but it’s just a tick more than $200, is cut from a hopefully less bulky fabric (compared to their English wool + tweed blazers), and it’s in a versatile neutral grey and pattern. Seems like it could become a favorite for many. Also, those exploring the option of an actual set of adult pajamas… these don’t look half bad at all.
Massimo Dutti: 20% off All Apparel and Accessories
- Suede Double Monks – $158.40 ($198)
- Cotton Blazer – $158.40 ($198)
- Quilted Jacket – $124.00 ($155)
- Wool Blend Waistcoat – $78.80 ($98.50)
Even Zara’s Big Brother is getting in on the Black Friday thing. These guys don’t usually run site-wide sales, so 20% off just about everything is awfully nice. They might not include shoes, so the suede double monks are a hope, not a sure thing. That cotton blazer could be a real winner though. With a pique-like up-close look + elbow patches, it just might be the perfect casual blazer to wear with jeans. Looks like they’re still offering free shipping & returns on everything. (Meanwhile, Zara is running an “up to 50% off select items” sale… it’s sorta hit and miss. Heavy on the miss)
Banana Republic: 40% off w/ BRBLACK
40% off… but those darn usual exclusions (blazers, suit jackets, BR Picks…) still apply. Fer cryin’ out loud Banana Republic. If not on Black Friday, then when?
GAP: 50% Everything (excluding sale styles online) w/ BLKFRIDAY
- Modern Oxford – $24.98 ($49.95)
Now that JCP is seemingly distancing itself from everything Ron Johnson (and therefor, Wooster) did, the JCP OCBD is potentially not long for this world. That leaves us with the UNIQLO slim fit option, or, the “modern oxford” from GAP. Plenty of guys already favor this one. And at $25, with free shipping if you buy two, now might be the time to take them for a spin if you’re in need of a basic like one of these. Code expires today, 11/29.
EXPRESS: 50% off everything until Noon
- Merino Wool V-Neck or Crew Neck – $34.95 ($69.50)
- Corduroy Blazer – $99.00 ($198)
- Genuine Leather Gloves – $24.95 ($49.90)
- Navy Wool blend Shawl Collar Tux Jacket & Pant – $223.50
Plenty love the Express Merion Wool V-necks with their mid-weight, smooth merino wool. Meanwhile, since when did it get tough to find a decent, under $100 cord blazer? Would have liked to see a navy option as well, but the Express cord jacket in black or brown could look awfully smart at any upcoming office holiday parties. The shawl collar on the tux looks a little too trim for most, but it might be a steal at that price. Free shipping doesn’t kick in until $125, so know that you’re on the hook for that. No code necessary here. Prices are marked.
Levi’s: 40% off + Free Shipping no minimum w/ SAVE40
Levi’s has been spoiling their fans with a bunch of hefty % off codes + free shipping no minimum sales as of late, and here’s another one. They have to have some kind of sweetheart deal with their shipping contractor, because putting something in a box and getting it from point A to point B isn’t cheap these days (prepare for sticker shock when you ship holiday gifts this year). Code expires today, 11/29.
Haberdash: 1/3 off any single full priced item w/ BLACKFRIDAY
- Filson Original Briefcase – $148.50 ($225)
- Allen Edmonds Strand – $227.70 ($345)
- Bertucci A-3T vintage 42 watch – $125.40 ($190)
If this holds up… then the style gods have blessed it. Big hat tip to William R. for sending in the tip on this one, and they’ve got this posted on their Facebook page. Lots of high end brands on this site, but one third off is awfully nice. We’ll see though… this is starting to trip the “Too good to be true” trigger. (UPDATE: as of 12:01 ET… it’s working…) (Update II: Looks like the Filson Original Brief is now sold out, but lots of other stuff to ogle)
Lands’ End: 30% off + Free Shipping w/ WONDERLAND & 3050
- Ultimate Hiker Boot- $55.99 ($139)
- Sportsman Oilcloth Jacket – $69.99 ($249.50)
As Lands’ End seems to curb back on the L.E.C. offerings, it seems like their main brand should be picking up the flag for those of us who prefer younger + slimmer cuts. It might take a bit for that change to happen, because right now? Things look a little.. normal. Don’t expect those Hikers to get you from one end of the Appalachian trail to the other, but they should perform hopefully decent for light hiking. Free shipping kicks in at $50 post code too.
Orient: 40% off + Free Shipping w/ BLACKFRIDAY
- Orient Bamino Vintage Look w/ Cream Dial + Blue Hands – $156.00 ($260)
- Orient Explorer – $429.00 ($715)
Orient got pretty cleaned out earlier in the week with their pre-Black Friday 40% off code, (UPDATE: Thanks to all in the comments who pointed out that there appears, for now, to be some of the new vintage-look Bambinos back in stock with the cream dial and blue hands) but it’s still worth a spin if you’re in the market for a new timepiece. The Explorer is often asked about both online (in some unrelated Dappered photos) and in person. Complicated looking thanks to a slide-rule on the inner bezel. Power reserve w/ a second time zone indicator. Pretty darn slick on either a brown or black band.
JCPenney: Select Doorbusters
Disappointing. The online “doorbusters” aren’t much to get excited about. The Clairborne Cord Blazer, Cashmere Cable Sweater, and Stafford Camel Hair Sportcoat are all certainly worthwhile… but they’ve all gone for less in recent memory. Sitting this one out. At least shipping is free at $50, and that Clairborne Seed Stich Cotton Sweater is nicely priced at $24.
Club Monaco: Extra 30% off sale items w/ THANKS30
- Soloman Trouser – $34.30 ($119.50)
Launched a few days back and now pretty darn picked over. Pants above have a nice + solid utility look to em’. Sizes are awfully limited though. Might be worth taking a spin through the women’s sale section if you’re on the hunt for a gift for a lady.
Christopher Ward: 15% off everything w/ MEGA15
The Picks: C3 Malvern MKII Qurartz Chronograph – $250.75 ($295)
Yes it’s a quartz, but there’s hardly a sexier dress chronograph on the market. The styling is going to be dead-on-perfect for most. From the Stark dial, to the clean Aston-Martin dash inspired font of the numerals and subdials, and that circular date window at 4’oclock. Nails it on all fronts. 39mm in diameter, which is rare for a chrono. Code expires Midnight on Monday.
Brooks Brothers: 15% off sitewide, 20% off if you have a Brooks card
Pretty standard stuff from Brooks Brothers. Nothing to toss your Turkey sandwich across the room over.
Bonobos
: 25% off $150 w/ BLACKOUT25 & 30% off $250 w/ BLACKOUT30
A pretty high must-spend threshold, but if memory serves, Bonobos (being the web-savvy brand that they are) usually hangs their hat on Cyber Monday. Looking forward to what they have this year for that. For the topcoat… it was just $209 during their Turducken Hunt (noted on the facebook page), but $243 is still fantastic for this thing. More on the coat over here. Hat tip to “guest” in the comments for the heads up on the coat being in the 30% off threshold here.
Florsheim: 20% off sitewide w/ TGIVING13
- Classico Double Monk in Brown or Black – $152.00 ($190)
- Made in Italy Custer Cap in Suede or Calfskin – $180 ($225)
- Gaffney Wingtip Boot (the new pebbled black looks good) – $120 ($150)
Been awhile since some of us took a spin through Florsheim’s site. They’ve got some interesting new arrivals. Had no idea they were knocking out a relatively affordable Double Monk Strap, and their new made in Italy Suede cap toe looks really good. Code expires at midnight central, today, 11/29/13.
Indochino: Select Items on Sale + 20% off orders of $600+ w/ BLKFRI
Anyone still have Inodchino as their #1 go-to for suits? The last straw for many seemed to be when they raised their prices on the essential collection. So unless you’ve got an awfully hard to fit body type, there were just lest-risky options out there.
Billy Reid: Extra 20% off Sale w/ FRIDAY
Billy Reid stuff isn’t cheap. But the award winning American Designer knows how to inject high quality construction, as well as timeless good looks in his goods.
Jack Spade: Surplus Sale
- Summit Leather Document Brief – $129.00 ($395)
- Work Twill Org Brief – $149.00 ($365)
- Myers Double Breasted Top Coat – $279.00 ($695)
You may have to hand over your email address (and zip) to gain access to this thing, so… that’s a bit of a bummer if that’s the case for you (not quite sure why some do and some don’t). Be careful of final sale items lurking about in this one. They’re in there, and final sale means no returns.
Worn&Wound: 15% off W&W straps w/ BLACKFRIDAY15
- NYC NATO in Brick & Black PVD – $50.15 ($59.00)
- Model 1 Horween in Coal – $75.65 ($89.00)
Many thanks to Eric H. for the tip on this one. Straps are made in the USA from Horween leathers. Thankfully, they’re all sold out of the Model 1 Horween in Crimson… otherwise, the ol’ personal checking account would have suffered a nice dent (damn mincing of garlic putting another watch strap in the grave far before its time).
Ledbury: 35% off All Shirts
That’s actually a pretty big discount for Ledbury, and their shirts are pricey. This is the company with the lowered second button. Fantastic quality, great collars, but know that sleeves can run a little long (and they ding you for a fee to shorten them). Also, selection right now for the slim-fits is… not good.
Macy’s: Select Black Friday Specials online + in store
- Tommy Hilfiger Peak Lapel Tuxedo Jacket & Pant – $259.98 ($350)
- INC Velvet Blazer – $60.00 ($120)
- Bar III Navy Pindot Suit – $215.99 ($299)
- Bar III Light Grey Suit – $215.99 ($299)
I… where do you even start with Macy’s on Black Friday? It’s too much and unfocused. At post time, there were 4,254 “Black Friday Specials”… in the MEN’S DEPARTMENT. That’s too much. If you’re in the market for an affordable + workable by a tailor tux, the Hilfiger option is down to $260 total… although it has gone lower during One Day Sales in the past.
form•function•form: 20% off w/ givingallaround
- Button-Stud Sport – $75.20 ($94)
- Architect’s Wallet – $78.40 ($98)
That’s a mighty nice sized discount at FFF, but what’s even better, 20% of every sale until December 11 goes to the Orlando Salvation Army’s “Angel Tree” program. You save, they do some good. Good on everything but the Button-Stud Premiums (which, y’know… totally understandable. The numbers get a lot tighter when Rolex + Omega are involved).
Blue Claw Co: 25% off w/ holiday
- Duck Island Dopp – $48.75 ($65)
- Schiphol Utility Bag – $150.00 ($285)
A solid, site wide 25% off code that runs through the weekend. They also have their Schiphol Utility Bag marked down to $200, so you can double up with the code there for an extra discount (hat tip to Marshall for the heads up on the sale). Everything is tough as nails and made in the USA. All styles come in multiple color options, so click around.
DrinkUpNY: 10% off Select items w/ BLACKFRI
Black Friday. It knows no bounds. More on Vermouth, in general, over here.
Expect updates throughout the day. What else? Hit the comments section if you’ve got leads on other Dappered-related Black Friday deals. Are you heading out to shop with the masses today? Sticking it to “the man” and embracing Small Business Saturday? Leave it all below.
Been waiting for this post since last year. The one-stop-shop. Thanks Joe!
I’m not ashamed to admit I’ve been waiting on this post all day while fighting off the food coma.
Joe, you are the style god. Just picked up AE Park Ave. in bourbon for $230 from Haberdash.
J.Crew Dock Peacoat is now $152! Extra 15% off with student discount means I will be picking this bad boy up first thing in the morning! I reaaaalllly hope they have my size in store.
Thanks dappered team. You guys are simply incredible
great post, thanks! I dont know if it’s just me, but this years set of deals is just….meh. Not gonna get anything methinks.
happy black friday. picked me up a pair of aldens at 33% off at haberdasher!
i tried the dock peacoat on. it’s a fairly heavy wool. i went with the skiff jacket because i didn’t like the waist suppression on the dock peacoat…it was feminizing.
the skiff is very slim fitting with high armholes which limits the ability to layer underneath…for this reason, i got the thinsulate.
that is a great deal on the coat.
BTW, 30% off for J.Crew does work on “some” full-priced ludlow suits as well as the 3rd party items, so it’s slightly better than the usual exclusions. However it does seem a bit arbitrary what works and what not; the only way to find out is to put it into the cart and type in the code. Probably may not worth the hassle, but surprisingly few ludlow suits and 3rd party items do bite the code.
Also Bonobos had 40% off sale items (“thehunt”) for a few days, but I guess they took it down for the Black Friday. I’ve ordered the double-breasted Madison Topcoat for $208.80 (originally $498) since Joe mentioned it a couple of times. If it fits and works, it might be a real good deal (for me, that is).
On the Orient sale, looks like some of the New Bambino’s are back in stock, in case anybody missed them earlier in the week. The black dial as well as the cream dial with blue hands both appear to be back in stock. Probably only a few.
Darn! The Haberdash links aren’t working anymore – I’m guessing both the Filson and AE Strands are sold out…
Filson Original Briefcase is nonexistent. Must have been removed…
25% off over at Paul Evans. Those Captoes in Oxblood will be MINE.
Maybe I’m spoiled but I’m feeling a bit of a let down around the deals this year. Nothing is jumping out at me. Billy Reid may be nice, but $45 – I feel like this is way too steep for a henley. The 95 full price is just laughable.
They’re still there you just have to navigate from the homepage. Go to footwear then choose dress shoes from the drop down menu. Sizes are limited but you can still try. Good luck!
I’m in the same boat as you. While it’s been really hard to resist lately, I find myself… resisting today.
Yeah same here. I’ve gotten myself stocked up on wardrobe goods these past few months except for a very specific pair of boots I’m after. I guess having that in mind makes it easier to avoid window shopping.
Boo. Moved too slow on the Filson Original and AE Bourbon Strands on Haberdash. Have had my eye on both for a long time, particularly the Filson. Anyone stumble across any sort of sale on the FIlson (Tan)?
Finally a worthy sale: 10% off vintage watches, 20% off Logan Zane straps, and 40% off everything else: http://www.crownandbuckle.com
Don’t resist on that Carpano Vermouth. Phenomenal. It will transcend your Manhattan and it’s good enough to sip straight.
Hey JC, thanks for the tip. For the extra $40, I’m just going to go with the thinsulate version. I ended up finding a J.crew giftcard that I forgot I had received as a gift over the summer (no idea how that didn’t get used yet!). I get cold really easily so I’ll probably regret getting the non-thinsulate one!
I agree with those that are disappointed. (Nothing against Dappered, of course.) Last year’s was definitely better, and random sales over the year have been the same or better than stores’ 2013 black friday “deals.” I guess it’s for people who normally don’t keep an eye out. Or maybe I already have almost everything I really need, thanks to this site. :/
I have to save up for this time of year…the $300 I have to upgrade everything with for this time of year is definitely helped with the sales and the tips I find here.
GAP OCBDs: these are nice and soft, great for casually kickin’ it. However, just so folks know, they tend to run short in the body (seems like some gents order them in Long), which can be nice if you wear them untucked, but if you normally go the tucked-in route you might find yourself fixing that throughout the day; I sure do.
Also they do not have much of a collar roll; again good or bad, depending on your preference. Just don’t expect an old school Brooks Brothers roll with them.
Just a warning on the soloman trousers, mine ripped in the crotch after about 3 wears. It’ll be an easy fix when I get around to buying brown thread but still way too early for me having to repair them. It could just be a bad pair but I thought I’d throw out a warning.
Hopefully this is ok to post but here is a nice sale compilation link: http://fashionstealer.com/black-friday-compilation/
Considering the items available, the Haberdash promo is solid! Picked up a new rucksack. The Alden boots are mighty tempting too.
Hey guys, Happy Socks has got a pretty sweet Black Friday deal going too.
http://www.happysocks.com/us/
Awesome roundup- I also just stocked up on shaving stuff on discount at Mercer and James: http://www.mercerandjames.com
They have free shipping and giveaway stuff all weekend, no code required.
Ive bought a few things now at JCP with recent online deals. The wrinkle free shirt arrived completely wrinkled 🙂 I decided to try an awesome deal from Van Heusen at JCP. Price was great, but looks like a blanket on me (same sizing as BR stuff). The blazers are decent for the price, but sizing was also off. Go to the store to try em out. Seems like the cuts are all bigger in the gut area.
Whats up with BR not allowing deals on blazers and suits anymore? It really sucks. They didnt do it in previous years. The last two years in a row I purchased full suits and love them (got them at a huge discount). This year they arent budging and the reps even know me I go in so often. Suit Supply & JCrew suits impress me the most at this point.
I had a problem with 2 pairs of khakis I ordered a few months back. Seems around crotch/leg on both pulled apart. I think Club Monaco is having some QC problems.
For Orient, the BlackFriday code still works as of 11/30. Also the code Youtube30 gets you 30%, free shipping and a couple free gifts
The J.Crew 30% off sale does include 3rd party stuff (at least in stores) the only exclusion is suiting. Everything else, fair game.
Amazon has started a 30% off shoe sale with code CMSHOE30. The Segabo Hamilton featured https://dappered.com/2011/10/wingtip-boot-search-the-sebago-hamilton/ is $107 before taxes: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BOLUSI
….and are they? 🙂