You may have noticed some posts from our friends at the Strategist on the Cut. They’ll be dropping in every now and again, sharing their expertise on the basics you don’t have time to research and the weird and wonderful things you don’t yet know you need.
If you’re also indulging in some retail therapy after the week we’ve had — welcome! I’ve been spending way too much time on Depop for the past 72 hours, and I’m eyeing the $99 Christy Dawn dress the brand dropped earlier this week. (It’s half off, which is an unbelievable discount.) I also did some perusing at REI and Backcountry for some on-sale outerwear and innerwear.
Sur La Table has two big sales going on right now: its Thanksgiving Prep sale, which ends on Monday, and its early Black Friday sale. The former includes holiday-specific tools like rolling pins and turkey brine, while the latter is where you’ll find year-round necessities like mixing bowls and tea towels. Speaking of Black Friday, while there aren’t many sales worth your time just yet, I’ve found a few early Black Friday sales that are already live and won’t be getting any better if you’d like to get your shopping done while everything is still in stock.
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Baggu Rosette Crew Sock – Blue Rosette
Very good deal alert: $5 Baggu socks decorated with delicate rosettes.
Woolrich Merino Wool Hiking Crew Socks – Men’s
And nice wool hiking socks for keeping your feet extra toasty.
Mango Cardigan with Contrasting Trims
This simple little cardigan with red trim would be nice for holiday-party season.
REI Co-op Lightweight Base Layer Half-Zip Top – Men’s
If you’re starting to look for winter layers, there are plenty of on-sale options from REI’s in-house brand right now, including this well-priced men’s half-zip.
REI Co-op Lightweight Base Layer Long-Sleeve Crew Top – Women’s
To wear under sweaters or on early-morning jogs.
The North Face Women’s Plus Freedom Insulated Jacket
Backcountry is having a huge sale on insulated coats, mittens, and more. I found an incredible deal on this North Face jacket that comes in sizes 1X through 3X.
Cotopaxi Teca Calido Jacket – Kids’
This Cotopaxi for kids comes in three colors, and the XL could fit small adults! (Note: It’s even cheaper at the brand’s website but available only in the purple option.)
Hanna Andersson Baby Marshmallow Fleece Jacket
Lots of cozy styles are up to 40 percent off at Hanna Andersson this weekend — though this fuzzy jacket with bear ears is probably my favorite.
Hanna Andersson Marshmallow Fleece Full Zip Hoodie
The ear-free version for older kids is equally adorable.
Simple Joys by Carter’s Baby Fleece Pants – 4 Pack
Why, yes, I did find even more bear-print clothing for babies on sale! This time, it’s a set of fleecy pants that shakes out to just over $3 a pair.
Big Bud Press Stripe Work Pants – Cherry Candy
Big Bud Press has discounted this stripy version of its work pants down to $98. They come in red and yellow (pictured here), blue and purple, and yellow and green.
Christy Dawn The Simple Dawn Dress
If you, like me, often balk at the price of Christy Dawn’s pieces, I have good news: The brand’s organic-cotton Dawn dress is now just $99 in six colors (petite and plus sizes included!). For those who want to do some more shopping, Christy Dawn is also having a “buy more, save more” sale: Orders $300 and up get 15 percent off, orders $550 and up get 20 percent off, and orders $700 and up get 25 percent off.
Noémie The 18K Gold Mini Trois Diamond Earrings – Pair
Strategist readers get early access to Noémie’s Black Friday sale; just use our code STRAT20 to take 20 percent off sitewide this weekend.
Carhartt WIP Jake Canvas Hip Bag
A nice under-$50 gift for the hard-to-shop-for brother.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Natural & Polished Deluxe Eyebrow Kit
This all-in-one eyebrow kit from Anastasia Beverly Hills — which includes Matteo Lane’s favorite eyebrow-wrangling gel — is 20 percent off.
Core Products Tri-Core Cervical Pillow
For a pillow designed to alleviate neck pain, this simple fiber-filled pillow from Tri-Core is our top pick. Junior writer Brenley Goertzen says it helped align her head with her spine, while the contoured cervical support took stress off her shoulders.
Nordstrom Bliss Throw Blanket
For those seeking comfort right now, may I suggest this delightful fringed throw. It’s just $22 and comes in 11 colors.
UGG Amanda Throw
Or spring for this even fuzzier faux-fur throw from UGG.
Boy Smells LES Candle
Several soon-to-be-discontinued candles and perfumes are half off at Boy Smells — a great deal for the brand. This LES candle has top notes of bergamot, cardamom, and black currant.
Mustard Made The Lowdown Locker
Mustard Made’s colorful lockers and accessories are 25 percent off through November 12. We’ve named this hip-height locker one of our best toy-storage solutions, but I use mine as an entryway table to stash hats, purses, and sunglasses.
Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum
A solid vacuum for sucking up pet hair is $100 off today.
Microplane Soft-Handle Zester Grater
Sur La Table has two big sales going on right now: its Thanksgiving Prep sale, which ends on Monday, and its early Black Friday sale. This handy microplane zester is part of the former, so you have only a few days to get it at this price.
Duralex Picardie Tumblers
There’s an ideal-for-entertaining set of glassware (and our best overall drinking glasses).
Staub Mugs – Set of 4
You may not have a Dutch oven from Staub in the budget, but how about a quartet of mugs?
Great Jones Dutch Baby
Speaking of Dutch ovens, Great Jones has already launched its Black Friday sale. The petite Dutch Baby is one of the best deals of the bunch at just $80.
Bamboozle Compost Bin
The compost bin all the “hot, environmentally conscious” New Yorkers have is 30 percent off today.
U-Konserve Round Food-Storage Container – 5 Ounce
Everything at U-Konserve is 25 percent off right now. At least two Strategist staffers regularly pack food for their kids’ lunches in these stainless-steel containers, which are compact to store and easy to clean.
HELMSTEDT SSENSE Exclusive Baby Pink Momi Bib
A good shower gift for winter babies.
SwissGear Sion Softside Carry-On Expandable Luggage
An $80 carry-on for all the holiday travel right around the corner.
National Tree Company Pre-Lit Crestwood Spruce Wreath with Clear Lights – 24 In.
I think this wreath is festive without being too Christmasy.
$43.99 at National Tree Company
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