Black Friday is next week, but as you, frugal reader, are no doubt aware, you needn’t wait to notch some actually good discounts. Yes, the best Black Friday clothing deals are still to come, but we rounded up a few that are worth your time.
Look, we’re old guards at this game. The motley crew of editors and writers of GQ Recommends have been covering Black Friday and Cyber Monday since what feels like internet-time immemorial. And we know firsthand that navigating Black Friday deals can be a dizzying feat. But trust when I say we’ve gotten quite good at separating the good deals from the not-so-good ones.
This year, Black Friday falls on Friday, November 29, but we’re already seeing massive sales from brands and retailers far and wide. In that spirit, whether you’re shopping for yourself or for gifts for your loved ones, I went ahead and collected the best deals you should shop now, along with some general tips for navigating this crazy shopping period with gusto. Be sure to check back in, as we’ll be updating this story as more sales roll in.
Our Favorite Early Black Friday Clothing Deals
Best Early Black Friday 2024 Clothing Sales: Quick List
Abercrombie & Fitch: Up to 30% off on oversized trousers, cropped hoodies, and more, with an extra 15% off select wares.
Alex Crane: Get 30% off sitewide.
Banana Republic: Up to 40% off during the seasonal sale.
Everlane: Up to 50% on almost everything.
Filson: Up to 40% off selected products.
Gap: Up to 60% off sitewide during the Pre-Black Friday sale.
Huckberry: Up to 45% off outdoor gear and rugged menswear.
J.Crew: Get an extra 50% off sale.
Levi’s: Get up to 40% off during the Black Friday early access sale.
Madewell: Get 30% off everything with the code MADEBETTER.
Miansai: Get 25% off everything with the code BFCM2524.
Mr Porter: Get up to 60% off on top-shelf tailoring, luxury designer grails, and literally thousands of royally good threads
Nike: Up to 60% off during the early Black Friday sale.
Nordstrom: Up to 50% off designer gems.
Percival: Get up to 40% off on linen suiting and knit polos.
Skims: Get up to 50% off during the Bi-Annual sale.
Timex: Get 30% off with early access to the Black Friday sale.
Todd Snyder: Get an extra 20% off sale.
Uniqlo: Up to 40% off winter-ready sweaters and outerwear.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Abercrombie & Fitch
Oversized Stitchy Sweater Vest
Take inspo from the OG sweater vest king himself, Doug Funnie, and plop this over your favorite white tee.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Baggy Workwear Jean
Abercrombie’s denim program really impressed us and is undoubtedly some of the best pairs of jeans you can get for under $100, let alone under $50.
Alex Crane
Alex Crane
Bay Sweater
A midweight no-fuss sweater made from 100% organic cotton. Alex Crane knows how to do the basics right.
Alex Crane
Denim Kite Jacket
Typically done up in linen, Alex Crane’s Kite Jacket is excelelnt option for anyone looking for a reliable layer. The brand is now offering the silhouette in denim, and this washed number is a good year-round option.
Banana Republic
Banana Republic
Signature Italian Hopsack Double-Breasted Suit Jacket
For those of us in the market for a new suit, we’d happily point you toward Banana Republic whose recent renaissance includes a healthy dose of Italian fabrics applied to a range of deftly tailored sportcoats and trousers.
Banana Republic
Cotton-Linen Utility Shirt
This workwear-inspired button up taps into Banana’s origins as a safari clothing outfitter, minus costume-y look.
Everlane
Everlane
Organic Cotton Straight-Leg Jean
Everlane’s denim is no fuss and gets the job done. And when they’re only $60, they’re hard to beat.
Everlane
Felted Merino Half-Zip Sweater
We love a half-zip sweater as much as the next guy, especially when priced this low.
Filson
Filson
Tin Cloth Insulated Packer Coat
When the weather turns sideways, you could do no better than adorning yourself in Filson’s legendary Tin Cloth fabric. This insulated Packet Coat will keep you warm and toasty.
Filson
Wool Jac-shirt
Whether you use it as a shirt or an overshirt, this wool number will help you survive the colder climes ahead.
Gap
Gap
Vintage Soft Arch Logo Full-Zip Hoodie
Gap’s iconic collegiate-style logo has been drawing crowds for decades and its hoodies are among our favorites, with or without it.
Gap
GapReissue Utility Jacket
Even with all that dough you forked over for Oasis tickets, you can still manage to squeeze in a Liam-shaped getup thanks to Gap’s incredible sale.
Huckberry
Sanders
Wilson Unlined Apron Derby Boot
Famed English shoemakers Sanders produce some of the finest dress shoes and boots on the planet and these handsome kicks are ready to power through the cold season.
Universal Works
Parachute Liner Jacket
Layer this military-inspired jacket over your coziest hoodie and you’ll have your autumnal fits sorted.
Jaxxon
Jaxxon
Classic Stud Earrings
Looking for affordable studs? Jaxxon is the place to go. These classic studs feature handset diamond stimulants in a silver crown setting, and very much priced to sell.
Jaxxon
Tennis Bracelet
Featuring premium diamond simulants that look remarkably like the real things, this one is complete with nickel-free copper and zinc alloy-plated rhodium for an added shine.
J.Crew
J.Crew
1988 Rollneck Sweater
J.Crew’s legendary rollneck sweater should be inducted into some kind of hall of fame, if not your own closet.
J.Crew
Classic Chino Pant
We crowned these chinos the best overall chinos for their impeccable fit, surprisingly good fabric, and classic range of colors. And the only way they get any better is when they’re on sale.
Levi’s
Levi’s
Garage Jacket
Trucker this, trucker that … what about the garage?
Levi’s
527 Slim Bootcut Jeans
The secret to unlocking your wickedly stylish inner cowboy is a pair of hip-hugging, bootcut jeans.
Madewell
Madewell
Raglan-Sleeve Topcoat
The kind of coat that could make any passerby fall in love with you. It is cuffing season, after all.
Madewell
Cotton Shaker Stitch Crewneck Sweater
Shaker stitch sweaters have been trending for a few seasons and Madewell’s rendition is one of our favorites. With a thick cotton yarn, it’s full of chunky texture without causing you to overheat.
Miansai
Miansai
Thin Geo Diamond Ring
A clean and subtle take on the traditional signet ring, classed up with a little touch of diamond.
Miansai
1.3mm Cuban Chain Necklace
If you’re looking for a simple gold chain, look no further. Yes, it’s gold vermeil (read: not solid gold), but trust when we say that no one will know the difference.
Mr Porter
Brunello Cucinelli
Padded Cashmere Bomber Jacket
The situations that call for a fully padded cashmere bomber jacket are very few…but they’re not zero.
Acne Studios
Distressed Leather Jacket
Leather biker jackets have been the de facto cool guy virtue signal for decades, but this oversized version from Acne takes it to another level.
Nike
Nike
Air Jordan 1 Mid SE Shoes
What if we told you that one of the cleanest pairs of Jordans on the market isn’t a hyped up collab?
Nike
Zoom Vomero 5 Shoes
Those other dad sneakers had better watch their backs because the Zoom Vomeros are coming up from behind.
Nordstrom
Homme Plissé Issey Miyake
Pleated Polo
The patient shopper knows that the best way to get some Homme Plisse in their closet is to wait for it all to go on sale. That time is now.
JW Anderson
Twisted Seam Cotton Workwear Pants
Mark our words: The twisted seam pant is going to have a big year in 2025. Here’s your chance to be ahead of the curve, on discount.
Percival
Percival
Check Anderson Wool Fleece Jacket
You’ll hardly even notice winter when you’ve got this toasty wool fleece number on your back.
Percival
Paros Stripe Polo Shirt
What do Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Chris Evans, and Michael B. Jordan, all have in common? Yes, crazy ripped physiques, but also Percival polos.
Timex
Timex
Q Timex GMT Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch
At full price, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more affordable “Pepsi” bezel, which. makes this deal all the more sweeter.
Timex
Q Timex 1978 Day/Date Leather Strap Watch
A wallet-friendly reissue with a handsome aesthetic and overall nostalgic vibe. We’re all in on the classic ’70s cushion case that brings a touch of sophistication to the wrist.
Todd Snyder
Todd Snyder
Italian Down Balmacaan Coat
They snuck an entire down coat inside this classic balmacaan—which is also now 70% off its original price.
Todd Snyder
Italian Corduroy Gurkha Trouser
You don’t need to show off the waistband on these pants—they’re good pants regardless of shirt length—but if you so choose, it will deliver.
Uniqlo
Uniqlo
Double Face Coat
If you slept on Clare Waight Keller’s first menswear drop with Uniqlo, you’ll find much of it on sale now, including this handsome coat, which will look clutch whether you wear it over a hoodie and jeans, a nice suit, or something in between.
Uniqlo
Drawstring Shoulder Bag
From Uniqlo U, the brand’s sub-label with Christophe Lemaire, comes a welcomed riff of Uniqlo’s smash-hit shoulder bag, equipped with a side pocket and enough room to keep your pockets free.
Black Friday Clothing Deals FAQ
This year in the US, Black Friday is on Friday, November 29, which is a day after Thanksgiving. But as expected, retailers and brands far and wide are launching massive sales before the big day.
Cyber Monday falls on Monday, December 2. Note that most sales will extend through the end of the week, but that won’t be a given.
Are clothing deals better on Black Friday or Cyber Monday?
Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer equally good clothing deals. Plan for large retailers and more-established brands to offer deals on Black Friday, and smaller menswear boutiques to hold out for Cyber Monday. As a baseline, expect the better Black Friday sales to start at 20% off and go upwards from there. In the lead up to Black Friday, also be on the lookout for the coveted sale on sale, which has become the norm in recent years.
