As Good Housekeeping’s commerce director, it’s literally my job to shop. The role basically enables my late-night scrolling, but I also go to stores, try stuff on, feel the fabrics, and then consult the experts in our Textiles Lab for gut (and fabric) checks. Traditionally, I wouldn’t say that Labor Day is the best time of the year to save on clothing, unless you’re still holding on to summer. That superlative usually goes to Cyber Week. But our team has found a dizzying array of Labor Day deals on items that’ll help you build up your fall capsule wardrobe, like our top-tested walking shoes, the Hokas one of our writers ran a marathon in (those are 20% off), and our favorite undies (they’re 10 for $40 at Victoria’s Secret right now). Other highlights include designer handbags (this trendy suede Kate Spade purse is $80 off at Nordstrom), J.Crew’s cozy cashmere sweaters are 40% off, there are great jacket and denim deals at Abercrombie (how cute is this varsity bomber) and Reformation’s 70% off sale is still going strong.
A few standout Labor Day fashion sales:
- Abercrombie: Now through September 7, take 20%–40% off almost everything online and in-store (including tons of great warm-weather wear). Plus, take an extra 20% off all clearance (online only). IMHO, the best deals are in the denim department.
- Reformation: Take up to 70% off select styles, mainly summer and transitional pieces, including this its signature linen dress that you can wear into fall and this pretty slip.
- Anthropologie: A huge section of select fall-friendly clothing and accessories is 40% off. Its best-selling Colette pants are under $100, plus its most popular shirt dress is $139 (down from $198) in the cutest plaids and stripes.
- Aerie: The brand is hosting its Long Weekend sale, where you can take 25%–50% off all Aerie. Also, take 40% off all sports bras and leggings.
- J.Crew: Everything’s 40% off essentially, including a very rare deal on cashmere, this car coat which sounds cool to say, these divisive sneakerinas, a pretty work shirt.
- Madewell: The brand is holding a special sale in-store and online where you can take 25% off select fall styles, plus score an extra 30% off sale items.
- Quince: Take advantage of bundle deals, like two sunglasses for $75 and luggage sets at up to 25% off.
- Lululemon’s “We Made Too Much” section features the brand’s most popular leggings at half off (and not just in the weird colors).
- Hoka: The brand’s best-selling Clifton sneakers that our reviewers love for running and walking are 20% off.
- Nordstrom is up to 50% off sitewide, including designer fashion. You’ll find Celine sunnies, Hunter boots, Coach bags, Ralph Lauren coats, Adidas sneaks, and a great cashmere sweater with some zeros knocked off. Also, the Natori bra with the cult following and a starring role in a Lady Gaga video is 40% off.
- The North Face: Spend $200 and take 30% off sitewide, plus other great warm-weather finds are 30% off like its popular insulated jacket (was $200, now $140) and our top-tested commuter backpack is 40% off.
SHOP OUR FAVORITE LABOR DAY SALES
Amazon
Trendy barrel jeans from Levi’s, a bag from the viral brand JW PEI (Anne Hathaway was spotted wearing one this summer), the under $25 cardigan all of our editors love (it looks so much more expensive IRL), and a Kate Spade purse that goes with everything are just a few of the standout deals on Amazon right now.
Abercrombie
You can save 20%–40% on almost everything in-store and online, now through September 7. Plus, the brand’s clearance section has some deep discounts, and you can take an extra 20% off all clearance right now (online only). Find our editor’s favorite jeans and skirts that'll bring you straight back to the early 2000s, as well as a smocked dress all of our editors adore.
Aerie
Aerie, a top-tested brand for affordable pajamas and underwear, is hosting its Long Weekend sale. Now through the weekend, take 25%–50% off all items. You can also take 40% off all sports bras and leggings.
Banana Republic
We found some of the highest discounts at Banana Republic (up to 60% off). Find clean-cut cardigans under $60 and a flirty skirt that’s heavily marked down.
Boden
Celebs like Katie Holmes and even royals (hi, Kate Middleton) favor Boden. The British clothing brand is known for its bright and bold designs with a slice of preppy, and it also has a seriously adorable kids’ section. Get up to 20% off select items with code LABOR, including the loafers below that the Princess of Wales has worn on more than one occasion.
Coach
You can find discounts at retailers like Nordstrom and Macy’s, but additionally, you can find deep markdowns on Coach bags straight from the source. You can even save an additional 20% off select items.
Gap
We know we can always count on Gap for everything from basics to the hottest styles. You can score up to 50% off right now on chic grandma blouses, a timeless denim jacket, and a sweet drop-waist dress. (Plus, the yellow dress below gets an extra 40% off at checkout).
J.Crew
Right now, you can get a whopping 40% off select styles, like smocked dresses, cozy cardigans, and flared jeans. Note that the sale is online only.
Macy’s
Save up to 40% on designer accessories at Macy’s. Find cute shoes and accessories from top brands like Kate Spade, Tory Burch, and Coach.
Madewell
Madewell is holding a special sale in-store and online where you can take 25% off select fall styles, including dresses, bags, and tees. You can also score an extra 30% off sale items with the code LONGWEEKEND.
Mango
You can get up to 67% off specific items online in Mango’s sale section. We found a couple of linen pieces, like a dressy suit waistcoat and a business smart belted jumpsuit. Plus, we love its menswear.
Nordstrom
At Nordstrom, find designer brands—including stylish footwear from Kate Spade, Puma, and Vince—up to 50% off.
Quince
The value-forward brand is offering some bundle deals, including two sunglasses for $75 (regularly $50 for one) and luggage set bundles with cozy accessories for 15% off.
Reformation
End-of-season sales are happening at Reformation: Take up to 70% off select styles, including midi skirts, linen dresses, select denim, and even shoes as well as accessories.
Reiss
While we couldn’t find a specific Labor Day sale at Reiss, you can check out Reiss’s online outlet section and find savings on pieces with unique designs that stand out from the rest. Trust us when we say that any deal at Reiss (another Kate Middleton-beloved brand) is a big deal.
Skims
Our Textiles Lab has praised Kim Kardashian’s line for its intimates, bras, and shapewear. Right now, the store has markdowns of up to 50% off on its clothing, from T-shirts to pants to camis.
Uniqlo
At Uniqlo, find limited-time savings on seasonal items and year-round staples. Note that Uniqlo doesn’t share an item’s original retail price online (but you can see the price difference in-store)!
Zara
Zara usually offers accessible prices before pieces even go on sale—but today, you can find tops, dresses, and pants for less than $20.

































































