The Best Labor Day Sales for Men – J. Crew 40% off, Nordstrom End of Season Clearance, & More

This post will be updated over the next few days as more sales roll in. It’s a working weekend for us, as we’ll be tracking all the salez salez salez. Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend.

 

J. Crew: 40% off Select

• 5 Pocket Bergen Pants in Slim, Athletic Straight, or Straight – $70.80 ($118) select colors
• Cotton Cable-knit Rugby Sweater – $82.80 ($138)
• Long-sleeve Crewneck in Striped Maritime Jersey – $58.80 ($98)
• Sportcoat in Linen Twill – $268.80 ($448)

Ends Tuesday PM

Been a bit since J. Crew ran a truly significant sale. And there are so many exclusions in this one (almost all suiting, shoes, etc.) that even this long weekend Labor Day event may not fit that particular category. What’s going on with J. Crew lately? Hit too hard by the tariffs/inflation squeeze? They’re not the only one. But it is noticeable that something (who knows what) has changed over at J. Crew.

 

J. Crew Part II: 40% off select stretch chinos

Almost always excluded, and somehow included in the 40% off Labor Day event. Select colors only though, and it’s mostly the 484 slims.

 

Bonobos: 30% off most w/ FIRSTCALL30

• Unconstructed Italian Hopsack Wool Blazers – $280 ($400) six colors
• Premium 4-Way Stretch Jeans – $111.30 ($159)
• Hudson Sweater Polo – $76.30 ($119)
• Travel Jeans – $90.30 ($129)

Ends Wednesday PM

You might have know about this sale already (we did a full picks post here)… but just in case you didn’t and you’re dropping in on us direct via the socials. Bottom line: it’s probably one of the stronger sales of the weekend. 30% off is where Bonobos peaks. Even on Black Friday the last few years.

 

Ledbury: 30% off $150+

Combo Pick:

• Light Blue Sanders Non Iron Fine Twill Custom Shirt ($145)
• White Sanders Non Iron Fine Twill Custom Shirt ($145)

= $203 total (normally $290)

Ends Tuesday AM

Pricey, but they’re excellent. These are from their made-to-order line. Much more precise measurement in terms of fit when compared to other neck/sleeve shirts, and you get to pick the collar style too. Mid spread dress or hidden button down looks terrific without a tie if that’s your thing. And the slightly lowered 2nd button is perfect. No more “one button or two?” debate. Also know that these take a few weeks in terms of delivery, as they make them once you input your options.

 

Banana Republic Factory: 50% – 70% off + addit. 25% off

• Vegan Suede Bombers – $63.75 ($170)
• Traveler Jeans in Slim, Athletic, or Straight Fit – $45 ($115)
• 100% Merino Crewnecks – $33.75 ($90)
• Corduroy Collar Quilted Jacket – $75 ($200)

Ends Tuesday PM

Full picks here. BR’s more affordable brother is a serious style source for some of us. They do an oddly good job replicating most of what mainline Banana Republic offers, at much more palatable prices.

 

UNIQLO: Labor Day Weekend Specials

• Oxford Slim Shirts – $39.90 ($49.90)
• Supima Cotton Tees – $19.90 ($24.90)

Ends Thursday PM

Attn: UNIQLO fans. Some of their best selling wheelhouse foundational items are on sale. Blue, white, and grey available for the oxford cloth button downs. Lots of colors available for the 100% supima cotton tees. Sale runs through next Thursday, 9/10.

 

Spier & Mackay: Up to 20% off select Labor day Sale

• Navy Hopsack Moro Sportcoat – $322.20 ($358) 10% off
• Ringspun cotton birdseye polo – $46.40 ($58) 20% off
• Vitale Barberis Canonico Wool-Mohair Midnight Navy Tux – $718.20 ($798) 10% off
• Lightweight Easy Trousers – $66.30 ($78) 15% off

Spier’s new site is now live, and there’s been some changes. One of which (for now) it appears that you can’t really tell the level of discount of an item in a sale until it hits your cart. Gotta think their tech team is working on that. It’s an “up to” sale, so an item could be 10% off… could be 20% off… could be some other level of discount. Bit of a mystery, this one.

 

Sunski: 35% off

• Astra Polarized Aviators – $78 ($120)
• Madrona Polarized Wayfarer-style – $38 ($58)
• Estero Polarized Aviators – $78 ($120)

Ends Tuesday AM

35% off is pretty deep for Sunski. They make good shades in some unique (but not goofy) styles, and as a brand they’re not perpetually on sale.

 

Brooks Brothers: 20% off $200, 30% off $500 / Extra 25% off Sale Items

• Guabello Cotton-Linen-Wool Hopsack Sport Coat – $314.99 ($698)
• Vitale Barbers Canonico Linen-Silk-Cotton Check 1818 Sport Coat – $404.99 ($898)

Ends Tuesday PM

Different deals. Tiers are for the full-priced stuff, with the extra 25% happening on their already-on-sale goods.

 

GAP: 40% – 60% off + addit. 10% off w/ DAYOFF

• Straight Fit or Slim Fit Modern Khakis – $26.10 – $31.50 ($59.95)
• Organic Cotton Poplin Classic Shirts – $31.50 ($59.95)
• Organic Cotton Pocket T-Shirts – $10.80 ($24.95)

Ends Tuesday PM

Overspending on classics/foundational pieces isn’t necessary. Not when GAP is still around doing what they do so well. Don’t forget to use the code DAYOFF at checkout for a sneaky extra 10% off.

 

Nordstrom: End of Season Clearance (clothes picks)

• Bagatelle Genuine Suede Harrington Jacket – $252.85 ($389)
• Nordstrom Navy Shadow Plaid Virgin Wool Suit – $366.99 ($549)
• Nordstrom Henrik Trim Fit Brown Knit Herringbone Cotton & Linen Sport Coat – $191.95 ($349)
• Nordstrom Light blue Trim Fit Solid Premium Performance Dress Shirt – $64.67 ($99.50)

And now mainline Nordstrom, where just about everything ships and returns for free. This is a true clearance, so common sizes and colors are a bit scarce depending on the item. But picks above had at least a decent size selection left at post time.

 

Nordstrom End of Season Clearance (shoes and accessories picks)

• Nordstrom Emmett Plain Toe Derby – $74.96 ($99.95)
• Tom Ford Kevyn 52mm Square Sunglasses – $246.99 ($370)
• Nordstrom Mitchell Sneakers – $74.96 ($99.95)

And some (very quick) shoes and accessories picks. Always nice when shoes and sunglasses ship and return for free, as a tailor can’t do anything to tweak the fit for those things.

 

VAER: R1 Oceanracer V2 Restock – $549 – $669*

Not on sale (VAER very rarely does any sort of discounting) but worth a mention because they quietly got restocked. Price varies depending on which second strap/bracelet you opt into. Full review can be found here.

 

WP Standard: 20% off sitewide

• The Woodward Briefcase – $348 ($435)
• PanAm Leather Duffel Bag – $449.60 ($562)

Really nice leathers and craftsmanship. No code needed. Full review of the Woodward briefcase can be found here.

 

REI: 25% off select Darn Tough Socks

• Microstripe Crew Lightweight Merino Blend Socks – $17.99 ($24)
• Wool’D Wool’D West Crew Lightweight Merino Blend Socks – $17.99 ($24)
• Light Hiker Micro Crew w/ Lightweight Cushioning Merino Blend Socks – $18.69 ($25)
• Spaced Out Micro Crew w/ Lightweight Cushioning Merino Blend Socks – $18.69 ($25)

Part of REI’s big Labor Day Sale, this 25% off select Darn Tough socks deal is better than normal. Why? Because Darn Tough doesn’t run sales (the closest they’ll do is free shipping no minimum on occasion), and REI’s got some good ones in stock and on sale. Knit in Vermont using merino wool blends.

 

Amazon: Gift Card Deals

• $50 Old Navy Gift Card – $42.50
• $50 adidas Gift Card – $42.50

Amazon has brought back their sneaky good gift card deals section for another long weekend sales push. Note that GAP inc. gift cards (Old Navy, BR, etc.) can be used across their brands. Like at BR Factory.

 

Amazon Part II: Totally random Labor Day Weekend Deals

• Timex Men’s Waterbury Metro Chrono – $157.37 ($229) review here
• ExOfficio Give-N-Go Sport 6” Boxer Brief – $25.88 ($34.50) review here
• Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum – $299.99 ($389.99)
• SONGMICS Watch Box, 12-Slot Watch Case – $19.98 ($34.99)

Watches! Underwear! Vacuums! … Vacuums? Yes, it’s random. This is what Amazon does. This is who they are.

 

Orient: 10% off w/ LBD2026

• Bambino V2 75th Anniversary Edition – $292.50 ($325) review here
• Bambino 38.4mm No Date – $265.50 ($295)
• Kamasu Diver – $337.50 ($375)

Pretty standard discount from Orient, as there always seems to be a 10% off floating around out there, but they did do some recent restocks. Not getting restocked (allegedly?) is the 75th Anniversary Bambino shown above. Big fan. Full review here.

 

TheTieBar: Up to 40% off Select FINAL SALE Polos

• Ribbed Sweater Vintage Style Polos – $34.80 FINAL ($58)
• Tipped Cotton Sweater Polos – $40.60 FINAL ($58)

A sign that summer is truly winding down. All final sale though. No returns or exchanges.

 

Zappos: Extra 20% off select w/ BONUS20

• Brooks Brother Emmerson Sneakers – $112.24 ($195)
• Johnston & Murphy Connelly Plain Toe Boots – $122.64 ($219)
• To Boot New York Alfonse Chukkas – $288 ($450)

Zappos. The originator of fast and free shipping/free returns. Still kicking after all these years, and now selling much more than just kicks. You will need to put in the BONUS20 code at checkout.

 

Filson: $50 off $300, $100 off $500, $175 off $750, $250 off $1000

• Rugged Twill Original Brief ($499) +
• Portland Graphic Tote Bag ($28)
  • = $427 total ($527)

If you’re close to the next threshold (the $499 Rugged Twill Original Briefs are a perfect example), try throwing a cheaper outlet item in there to trip the next threshold. Works with the two bags shown above, and you end up saving more in the end.

 

adidas: 30% off select w/ EXTRA

• Handball Spezial – $77 ($110)
• Workout Essentials Woven Base Shorts – $24.50 ($35)
• Essentials Training Tee – $15.40 ($25)

Should be able to stack one of those on-sale Amazon gift cards, assuming it gets to you in time and they still have your item left. Always a risk trying to time it like that though.

 

Billy Reid: Additional 25% off Sale & FINAL Sale w/ EXTRA25

• Heathered Knit Sport Coat – $208.50 ($398)
• Stripe Pensacola Polo – $51.37 ($138)

Quite a bit of final sale in this one. It’s a mix, but (say it with me) anything tagged as final can’t be returned or exchanged.

 

Nordstrom RACK: Extra 25% off select Final Sale Clearance

• Johnston & Murphy Hunter Briefcase – $92.61 FINAL ($295)
  • Mini review because I picked this up the other day pre-extra 25% off: Leather feels good. Shoulder strap feels cheap. Fabric lined instead of leather. Overall it’s a good looking entry level leather briefcase.
  • UPDATE: They jacked the price up on these. Guessing they sold a bunch and their pricing robots moved the price?
• J|V by Jack Victor Elex Plaid 96% Wool / 4% Cashmere Sport Coat – $149.99 FINAL ($798)
• Vittorio Russo Roger Penny Loafer – $73.10 FINAL ($199)
• Nordstrom Trim Fit Grid Dress Shirt – $16.49 FINAL ($99.50)

We’ll get to mainline Nordy in a second, but know that this is their off-price chain which takes unsold inventory from all over, and marks that stuff down further to try and move it along. A “clear the racks” event like this one is where they take their clearance (so still unsold stuff which has been with them for a bit), knocks an extra 25% off and tags it as final sale. But final means final. No returns or exchanges.

 

Also worth a mention:

• Timex: 25% off select w/ SUNSET25
• L.L. Bean: 10% off w/ FALL10
• Charles Tyrwhitt: 25% off, or 4 shirts/polos for $199

NOTE: This post will be updated through the long weekend.