Note: They’re also running a free 2-3 day shipping promo on orders of $175+ with the code BRSHIP
40% off is as deep as Banana Republic goes. They only do it a handful of times a year: Once in the spring, now here in early fall, and then a few times around the holidays (Black Friday and whatnot). It was late July the last time Banana Republic ran a sizable discount on their full-priced stuff. And back then it was “only” 30% off.
So yeah. This is significant. And it feels like this is one of their better collections to land in recent years.
Leather and suede apparel, cashmere and cashmere blends, 3rd party, and a few other random categories are excluded. Clearance stuff is out too. But most full priced stuff, including their new Fall collection, is getting 40% off, no code needed. Also know that if your purchase is $175+, they’re offering free 2-3 day shipping with the code BRSHIP at checkout.
Ends Sunday 9/27. Let’s get to the picks…
When they’re on super sale like this, they’re the market’s best balance of price (not cheap but not triple digits) and nice quality/feel/significant stretch. Still an investment at almost eighty bucks, but worth it to a lot of us. Fabric blend is 64% cotton, 28% Tencel (lyocell), 6% elasterrell, 2% spandex. The end result is a soft and stretchy, ultra-comfortable pair of jeans. Slim, athletic, or straight fit. Lots of washes to choose from.
Something to pair up with a pair of those Traveler jeans. Does have matching suit trousers if you want to make it a whole suit, but it looks pretty excellent as a stand-alone cool/cold weather sportcoat.
And now something to finish off the jeans + blazer = cool academia look. Suede loafers would be the perfect call. Venetian style (not penny, not tassels) with a simple apron toe stitch. Dark, rich, Italian suede.
*On special (not clearance) and somehow getting an additional 40% off. Fabric is 73% Merino wool, 27% cotton. If you wanna give the old-school Hollywood cool thing a try, these are probably a terrific bet. Hand wash or dry clean as they’re mostly merino with some cotton in the mix.
Sure the wind and the rain and snow and sleet are on their way. But it’s never not white sneaker season. *On special (not clearance) and somehow getting an additional 40% off. Leather lined. Nice price, especially with the stacking double dip.
That’s new. And different. Different without getting crazy. *Another on special but not clearance so getting an extra 40% off.
These are their flagship suits, and they’re pretty great when 40% off. Sold as separates, so you pick the size of the jacket and the size of the trousers independent of each other. No “nested” pairs here where you may be stuck with a pair of pants or jacket a touch too big or small. Tropical weight wool, which will be nicely comfortable in warmer weather but also excels year round. See our review of their signature suits here, albeit in a slightly different, all-season micro houndstooth navy wool. And if you want to compare/contrast to other suits in this price range, see our best suits under $500 list here.
Something to wear with those suits.
Great collars, wrinkle resistant 100% cotton fabric, and all the colors/patterns you could want. A bit of ironing may be needed by most, but it irons up easy and doesn’t come out of the dryer looking like a wreck. So if you wear it under a suit, sportcoat, or sweater, you can probably get away with skipping the iron. The one major drawback (and it’s a dealbreaker for some) is that despite being dress shirts, they’re sold in “alpha” sizes like small, medium, large, etc. Although they do offer a tall template, for our vertically blessed folks out there. Really wish BR would make the switch to neck and sleeve measurements for their dress shirts. It’s just more precise. Size shown above is a medium slim fit on 5’10″/180.
BR’s bestselling 5 pockets in a fall/winter ready corduroy fabric.
A casual belt with some interest thanks to the leather/suede up front.
Extra fine merino. Tons of colors. BR’s merino sweaters are an annual favorite as they’re a step above in terms of quality when compared to cheaper brands, yet they also occasionally go on sale. Tons of colors. All those you’d expect, and some you wouldn’t.
And the half zips. Because that water cooler ain’t gonna look sexy by itself. I mean, it could, but that’s probably something someone should see a mental health counselor about. Not to mention it being an HR nightmare. “Oh no! Archibald got to the water cooler again! He’s a wild man!”
Fanciest tote-bag ever. Surprised it’s getting the 40% off. Actually have something highly similar (albeit in a cognac/lighter brown) from a BR sale from ages ago. It’s big. Fits plenty of stuff. People ask about it. Some have come up and said they outright want it. Which is kinda crazy, considering it’s a tote bag.
ANOTHER fancy tote? Get ahold of yourself man! Pretty soon you’re gonna start calling veggie platters crudité (of which you could stuff the ingredients for into one of these totes). All kidding aside… kinda want that. Note that this one is a bit smaller than the olive version already mentioned.
Man. That suit is the business. Here’s what Barathea is for those who are curious.
BR’s new flagship chinos. 97% cotton, 3% spandex.
Something they debuted a year or two back which quickly became a hit. Somewhere between a long sleeve t-shirt and a sweatshirt. Lots of colors to choose from.
BR’s “dressy” tees. Super smooth 100% jersey cotton with a silk-like luxe touch finish. Solids only. Not slub. Not “washed.” Not vintage. Smooth. Clean. Neat. And they better be for thirty bucks a pop.
Also shown at the very top right of the post. Another jacket which has matching trousers in case you want to make it a suit, but it does seem to excel as a stand alone sportcoat. Fabric is a blend of wool, poly, nylon, and a dash of linen.
Mega texture. More than just normal suede.
*NOTE: These are on special (not clearance) for $70 and the 40% off is stacking.
BR’s (old) flagship chinos. Engineered-for-movement. 90% cotton, 8% elasterrell, 2% spandex blend. Also a reminder that these are their pants that come with the rectangular label/branding over the back right pocket. That’s a dealbreaker for some guys, but BR has stuck with it over the years.
Great textures. 100% cotton. A perfect option for those who are allergic to or just don’t like the feel of wool.
Black and cognac. Just depends on which side you’ve got facing out. Weathered looking buckle keeps the glare down without looking overly vintage.
One of their bestsellers. The mid-point between chinos and jeans. Three fits. Soft and flexible Italian milled fabric: 58% organic cotton, 32% modal, 7% polyester, 3% elastane. Lots of colors.
BR’s dress trousers for office workers who want easy to launder work-pants. Machine wash, and hopefully not too much ironing required. At least that’s what they’re claiming with these 98% cotton / 2% stretch numbers. Mid-rise. Tapered slim leg. Visual texture.
Same thing, just in a classic but still tapered fit. 98% cotton / 2% stretch.
Size Shown: Medium on 5’10″/185
These are BR’s flagship polo, with a two button placket and smooth cotton fabric. They’re the polo for those who want something dressy, smooth, and it has to be cotton (and not performance/tech-y fabric). 100% mercerized cotton, so it’s got an almost glass smooth feel to the fabric. Fabric is more of a mid-weight. Not heavy, not stiff, but not airy like a tech fabric polo. Ribbed collar and sleeve ends. Do be aware that in the past some have had shrinkage issues when machine washed/tumbled dry.
Lots of colors. BR’s OCBDS. Now with a glasses hook, as indicated by the arrow above.
In case you want to get way out in front of this year’s fancy holiday party circuit. Shawl collar and a ticket pocket.
The 40% off Banana Republic friends and family event ends 9/27/26.
A legend and bestseller. 100% merino. The standard for the style, no matter the brand.
One's 32x30. The other is 32x32. What could possibly go wrong?
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