Ah. Sale Season! Yet again, we find ourselves in a time where everything on the internet is on sale. And, the weather is legitimately better - more link spring!! - I exited my house in just a tank top this weekend for the first time since last September and it was like a song was playing with each step I took in the warm sun.
And so, yeah, I have a little bit of shoppies. Maybe you do too? It feels good to be excited about the season ahead and inspired by what I’m seeing in shops, online, in real life, and from other amazing writers on substack.
AND. Spending on stuff I don’t need, really want, or I’m not actually going to wear is a bummer. OVERSPENDING on those types of things is an even bigger bummer. So, while I love a sale, I really only love a sale when I save money on something I actually want, love, and fits into my life therefore I will either wear it constantly or find a way to wear it because when you really love something you just make it into something you can wear!
So, if you’re shopping - please, SHOP SMART! Get an amazing deal, but make it be on something that you love, want, can’t live without and are going to wear the crap out of!
Don’t spend your whole weekend wrapped up in sales. Have fun. Touch grass. Relax. Spend a little time browsing for what you’re looking for — and then move on!
We all need less new stuff than we think we do. And while there are few things better than finding something you cannot wait to wear or use the crap out of at a steal of a price, there are few things worse than blowing your budget and feeling guilty about it later — or buying something that just sits in your closet untouched. It’s a fine line. Let’s walk it.
This is not the only sale. There will be another one. There will, in fact, be many more (all summer long!). New here? I recommend tattooing that on your body — or, less permanently but equally effective, making a note on your phone. Brace yourself against the fabricated urgency to click checkout or lose. You’re not panic purchasing — you’re navigating a sale like a champ. You’re much more likely to regret buying something you didn’t actually want or need than you are to regret not buying something you did. Which brings me to —
Have a plan. Make a list of what you’re looking for. Could be something specific, could be a general category that gives you room to browse. Yes, this does require taking a look at what you already have in your closet (currently crossing black linen pants off my own wishlist — I have several pairs but what can I say, I REALLY love black linen pants!). When you’re browsing and find something you’re thinking about, bump it against your list. Already on there, or something similar? Great. Completely new, something you’ve never thought of before? That’s a sign to pass.
And if you don’t want or need anything — DON’T OPEN THE EMAILS!!!
Rules reviewed, if you’re on the hunt, there are some things worth looking for. Proceed with your list in hand! Shop all the pieces that have caught my eye here (I’ll update over the weekend)
Banana republic is offering 30% almost everything. A great source for work-friendly pieces that you’ll also want to wear for other things
The Net-A-Porter Sale is full of gems, but you will have to hunt a bit! If you are an Alemais fan, it is worth taking a look! Also - for my Marin gals!
COS is offering 30% off a lot!
Make Beauty is offering 20% off with code MDW20 I’m a huge fan of their brow pencil and concealer.
Vitamin A Swimwear is offering 25% off a huge selection of suits and cover ups. I adore this suit.
Boden is offering 25% off everything with code 3PPA
Cann is offering BOGO 40% off - I recommend the Spritz!! And I think this is my opportunity to try the Caffeinate Hi-er Boy!
Gap is having 50% off. This is a Great simple tee I wear constantly, and I also love the pointelle version.
Pistola has discounted a huge selection of items, including a great roundup of dresses - I love this one.
If you’re shopping for home things, Wayfair is having a huge sale! I just got this umbrella for our patio table (it had only been on my list to replace our old, ugly, falling apart one for 5.5 years!)
Find all the best Memorial Day Sale items here.
Please note that all pieces are selected by me, and that this post does contain affiliate links.
If you’re looking for easy Summer Pants
Banana Republic has a great selection: Straight leg linen and High Rise Wide leg (these run big imo)
These easy wide-leg pants via Almina Concept are fantastic
Leset Kyoto pants are on sale!
Fun pants girls…look no further.
Donni pop pants on sale via revolve
Boden does linen pants very well - highly recommend!
Good travel pant for summertime!
Throw and go dresses
Fab summer dress via Faithfull
Few sizes, but I love this gingham doen!
This is insanely beautiful!
Perfect mini from JCrew
This looks exactly like Doen
Sandals
Obsessed with these
Great simple thong sandal that feels a little extra special
Office-friendly pieces
Great short-sleeve cardigan you’ll wear one million times
Great sweater to wear over your shoulders and have some lightweight warm in a cool office!
Great ecru denim
Linen blend that works for the office and weekends.
Simple button-up tee that is office appropriate
Fab throw and go office-friendly dress
I want to wear this relaxed sweater tee in the green color with white trousers to my office!
Buyer beware this dress is final sale, but GREAT looking.
Euro Summer Trip
Obsessed with this little mini dress
Wear this linen shirt one million ways — with jeans, a maxi skirt, tucked into high waisted trousers, as a cover up…Also love the sheerness of this one - a great date-night top!
Roll this up and wear it every night of your trip!
This is a little sheer, so a little sexy and fun to wear with a skirt or breezy pants for a night out.
Love how this maxi skirt is styled.
That’s all for today. Have a wonderful weekend. Don’t spend it all shopping, but dont apologize for wanting to browse!
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