Black Friday Sales: Most Wonderful Time of Year!

I decided to make a Women’s Gift guide to celebrate the first day of major sales this season (Black Friday, whoo!) Some of these sales go right through Cyber Monday. Does it get any better than this for a girl who loves to shop?! It’s the mosssssst wonderfullllll timeeeee of the yearrrrrr! 

Both my J.Crew Jacket and J.Crew Rollneck sweater are linked below – because they are on sale! And perfect gifts! 

I’m all about a cozy fleece – this J. Crew one is a best seller, and it is literally 50% off today! I have been eyeing it for the last year, and it would make a perfect Christmas gift. I love the high neck, plus I hear it’s extra roomy. It has a boxy shape that should give you enough room to put a sweater underneath. 

You all know how I feel about Bean Boots… But, to be honest, they never go on sale! This is a rarity, people! I always push people to go for the 8″ gore-text thinsulate version – I find them to be the warmest. Bean Boots last so long. Plus, Bean Boots look so good with your favorite winter coat and some skinny jeans. I always opt for buying the L.L. Bean socks t00! 😉 The boots are 25% off today!

Okay, you’re going to end up seeing a lot of shoes on this list. But, I’m a penny loafer girl, and these penny loafer mules have literally been on my “list” foreverrrr. They have a shiny gloss to them, and are made of the same Italian leather as my boots – which, I promise, lasts. 50% off today!

Anyone else a fan of Barbour? I literally stilllllllll don’t own anything Barbour, but I’ve certainly gotten a close look. This olive vest is literally gorgeous, and would pair perfectly with the Bean Boots! I’m loving the adjustable straps that give the vest a more fitted look. Barbour is, once again, super high quality. This should be a vest that would last for years. 33% off!

I own this sweater, and I wear is every. single. week. It’s so comfy, and flattering, that I literally have found it to be my new go-to. I literally can’t recommend it enough. I may even go as far as to say it’s my #1 sweater of the last year. Plus, it’s 50% off and comes in eight colors! This 1988 rollneck really is the best of the best.

This leopard print bag is just the little bit of pattern you need with a solid black dress or some dark jeans. I personally love a good leopard print – I’ve always been drawn to that pattern, and I think this bag would be a great addition to any winter look. I’ve purchased quite a few J. Crew bags over the years, but this one would definitely be the most fun!

Unfortunately, this coat is no longer carried in Maroon (@J.Crew, plz bring it back!), but this grey color is truly a staple. I can’t express to you enough how much I love this coat. It’s the nicest coat I own, and I do everything I can to take care of it. I think it dresses up all of my holiday looks – my favorite part is the faux-fur hood! Plus, so many pockets! It’s currently backordered, but you can still get it in time for Christmas!

I love love love love love Rifle Paper, Co. I literally go on Etsy all the time to see what pretty gems people have created with their fabric. However, this address book would be such a perfect gift for almost anyone on your list. It’s 30% off, and just ever so lovely. I just love the thickness of the paper and that new stationery smell!

Madewell has great clothes. It’s a fact. However, I’m all about the mock neck look lately, and I cannot get over how cute this striped mock neck is. Literally 40% off today! I own so many Madewell sweaters, some I’ve owned for years and I’ve worn them every season. The color combination on this sweater would pair perfectly with some brown leather mules!

Speaking of Madewell, the Madewell Harper Mule is 20% off!I have always wanted these – they have the perfect amount of height for someone my size, and look perfect with jeans and cute sweater. Oh, and yes, you can wear them with socks! I opt for trouser socks (I own sooooo many!)

This L.L. Bean Quilted Riding Jacket has such a flattering fit – I tried it on at the store in Freeport and fell head over heels. I’m partial to the dark ivy color, however it’s definitely not for the coldest of winter days. But, add some tall riding boots and pearl earrings, you’ll look like your right out of the Buckingham Palace barn! When you buy from L.L. Bean today, and spend more the 50 dollars, you get a free 10 dollar gift card! Love it!

This may seem like an odd thing to include in this list, but you all know how I feel about my family history. Ancestry and Ancestry DNA have both helped me tremendously in finding out more about my family, and I am ever grateful for everything I have learned! Right now, Ancestry DNA is it’s lowest price EVER: $49. I would definitely buy it today if you are at all interested! (Image is property of Ancestry.com)

I personally think a Vera Bradley Duffle Bag is an essential gift that everyone must receive at some point in their lives. They are perfect for weekend getaways, and unbelievably pretty! I’m loving this Bordeaux Blooms pattern – it’s both festive and charming. I honestly think it’s something I would love to carry around all year round. I personally prefer the larger duffle, but they come in smaller sizes as well!

Who doesn’t want a monogrammed bathrobe to feel like they live in a luxurious hotel? I know I want one! I would sang this Pottery Barn bathrobe in any of these colors. It’s so charming and would pair perfectly with my favorite L.L. Bean slippers. I literally love taking a hot shower and lounging around in my bathrobe – one of the best feelings. Anyone else??

I love this Gal Meets Glam tweed jacket. I know there’s a skirt to match, but I literally think it would look perfect with a pair of jeans and some leather mules. It’s so charming, and makes me want to take out my pearls! Plus, I adore Julia Hengel, and think her work is genius, so I’m all for supporting her!

Last, but certainly not least, I have been wanting this jacket for soooooooo long. I am in desperate need of a new, heavier, winter coat. I can’t get over the pink color of this parka. To make it even better, this coat is eco-friendly – it’s made from plastic bottles! It’s a best seller for J. Crew – and the best time to snag it is today, when it’s 50% off it’s original price!

 

Let me know if you buy anything from the list! I know I certainly wish I could! More guides to come – happy shopping!