As a commerce editor, understanding the economy is quite literally part of my job—but even I am confused right now. Not even the smart people seem to know how much things will truly cost in three months or three years down the line. So, as someone who essentially online shops for a living, it's my professional recommendation to take advantage of this weekend's Memorial Day clothing sales.
I'm not saying you should max out your credit card; I'm simply proposing you stock up on a few new staple pieces before prices potentially go haywire. Check the labels on your clothes, shoes, and bags, and you'll quickly see that almost every cute outfit you own was produced abroad. Clothing retailers know that fashion lovers are freaking out about this, so they're offering more Memorial Day promo codes, sitewide discounts, and sale-on-sale action than usual.
There are thousands of Memorial Day deals out there right now, meaning whatever cute sundress, matching set, or designer bag you've been lusting after is probably marked down. To help you make sense of this year's sales and adhere to your budget, I've broken down 22 of the best Memorial Day weekend sales below. (P.S. They're in alphabetical order.) Most will end on Monday, May 26 when the clock strikes midnight, so shop while you can.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Now through May 26, Abercrombie & Fitch is offering shoppers 25% off almost everything on its site, including shorts, jeans, sundresses, summer knits, and matching sets. Be sure to check out the A&F Wedding Shop for Memorial Day deals on bridesmaid and wedding guest dresses, too.
Alo
Whether you're looking for summer workout clothes or warm-weather loungewear, you can find it discounted at Alo this weekend, despite the fact that there is no official Alo Memorial Day sale. Head to the brand's sale page to save up to 50% on sports bras, leggings, workout sets, and so much more.
Amazon
When I say there are thousands of Memorial Day fashion deals on Amazon, I mean thousands, including on big-name brands you know and love like Levi's, Calvin Klein, Reebok, and Coach. So, be sure to peek at the fashion section while you're busy perusing deals on furniture, tech, beauty, and home essentials (all of which will also be on sale).
Calvin Klein Modern Cotton Unlined Wireless Bralette
Coach Brynn Sandal
Jenny Bird Loire Chain Necklace
Bembien Small Rouge Marni Bag
Avec Les Filles Collarless Quilted Bomber Jacket
Anthropologie
Anthropologie's sale-on-sale action is legendary. So are you really that surprised to hear the retailer is offering an extra 40% off sale items this weekend? Run, don't walk, because all those BHLDN bridesmaids dresses, summer sandals, and vacay-ready bikinis will sell out fast.
Bloomingdale's
Bloomingdale's is the place to go for designer fashion deals this Memorial Day weekend—think names like JW Anderson, Anine Bing, Staud, Veronica Beard, and Loeffler Randall. The department store has discounted hundreds of handbags, shoes, swimwear, sundresses, and leftover spring styles by as much as 70%.
Everlane
While building a more sustainable wardrobe will require a bit of sacrifice, it doesn't mean you need to skip out on sale shopping altogether. Case in point: the Everlane Memorial Day sale, where you can score up to 25% off full-priced items sitewide and even steeper markdowns on most existing sale items. Consider it the perfect excuse to stock up on organic cotton tees, linen dresses, and summer denim.
Fanka
New workout clothes may be all the motivation you need to reach your summer fitness goals. Fanka has tons of cute leggings, sports bras, and matching sets on sale during Memorial Day weekend for you to show off at the gym.
FRWD
FRWD has all the designer fashion deals one could possibly ask for, and then some. Perhaps that's why every It-Girl ever will be shopping there this Memorial Day weekend for sought-after labels like Jacquemus, Retrofete, Helsa, and The Attico. Channel your inner Kendall Jenner and treat yourself to a sale section shopping spree, why don't you? Even a few of her personal faves are on sale right now.
Hoka
If new Hoka sneakers are at the top of your shopping list this weekend, you've got options. In addition to the brand's site, you can snag deals on Bondis, Cliftons, and other popular styles at Zappos and Nordstrom.
Hoka Clifton 9 Running Shoe
Hoka Mach 6 Running Shoe
Hutch
In need of a wedding guest dress or a pretty frock to wear to a birthday dinner? Hutch will be your one-stop shop for all of those occasions and more. From May 23 to May 27, take 50% off sale items, no code necessary.
J.Crew
In case you missed the memo, J.Crew is cool again. See for yourself by shopping the brand's Memorial Day sale, where you can save up to 50% on thousands of items, spanning sundresses to denim, basic tees, summer sweaters, and so much more. Use the promo code SHOPSALE to score an extra 50% off existing sale styles before they sell out.
lululemon
Though technically lululemon is not having a Memorial Day weekend sale, it is secretly dropping prices on summer workout clothes from its infamous We Made Too Much section. Shop wisely, and you can score leggings, sports bras, loungewear, and workout sets for well below full price.
Madewell
If you're in need of a summer wardrobe overhaul, head straight to the Madewell Memorial Day sale for denim, casual tops, dresses, and more. The editor-loved retailer will be offering 25% off select styles, plus an extra 40% off all (yes, all) sale styles using the promo code LONGWEEKEND. With discounts this deep, items are bound to sell out fast, so hop to it.
Madewell Airy Denim Seamed Mini Dress
MyTheresa
Oh, so you like ~fancy~ things? Then MyTheresa is the place to shop. The designer retailer has Memorial Day weekend deals on buzzy labels like Versace, Balenciaga, Givenchy, and more. Plus, you can save on trendy sneakers like the Adidas Japan.
Nordstrom
Nordstrom has deals on deals on deals happening this Memorial Day weekend, thanks to the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale that runs through June 1. Shop fast, and you can score steep markdowns on Zella workout clothes, Free People sundresses, Skims tees, Versace handbags, and Reformation tops, among many others. Loyal Nordies shoppers know that the Clear the Rack Sale happening rn at Nordstrom Rack is also worth your time.
Revolve
Calling all Revolve fans! This Memorial Day weekend, the fashion-forward retailer is offering an expanded sale section with even deeper discounts on swimsuits, party dresses, shorts, matching sets, and all sorts of shoes and accessories. Consider it a sign to treat yourself to a little shopping spree ahead of summer.
Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue (and its sister site Saks Off Fifth) has designer labels at up to 50% off over Memorial Day weekend—and it's notorious for having flash sales that offer even deeper discounts on top brands. Read: There's zero reason to pay full price for that cute new handbag you've been craving.
Favorite Daughter The Charles Trench Coat
Shopbop
It doesn't matter what types of items are on your shopping list—Shopbop has everything you could possibly want on sale over Memorial Day weekend. Wedding guest dresses? Check. Work totes? Check. Selfie-worthy bikinis? Check. Need I go on?
Skims
Sure, the Skims site has tons of new sale styles to pick from this weekend. But you can score just as great of deals on tees, tanks, bras, undies, and more at Nordstrom, Saks, and Ssense.
Soma
If your underwear drawer is in need of a refresh, head to Soma this Memorial Day weekend. The brand makes some of Cosmo editors' favorite bras and panties—plus lingerie that'll make you feel sexyyy this summer.
Ssense
If you're after Memorial Day deals on buzzy It-Girl brands like Marine Serre, The Frankie Shop, and Wales Bonner, head to Ssense. The retailer carries dozens of under-the-radar designers and international labels, plus plenty of culty celebrity favorites like Vivienne Westwood, Jean Paul Gaultier, Thom Browne, and Maison Margiela.
Zappos
Long-time Zappos shoppers (Hi, it's me.) know that the site always drops additional fashion deals during shopping holidays like Memorial Day. The retailer has over 17,000 items marked down right now, ranging from Brooks running shoes to Coach bags. But hurry because popular sizes and colorways sell out fast!
Sarah Maberry is a fashion and luxury commerce editor at Hearst Magazines, where she covers fashion, beauty and pop culture. A seasoned trend forecaster and fashion historian, she analyzes viral products and trends on a deeper level, helping readers determine what's worth buying. When she’s not writing for ELLE, Harper’s BAZAAR, Town & Country, Esquire, Cosmopolitan and other publications, she can be found roaming the Museum at FIT (her alma matter) or sewing her own couture while she binge-watches reality TV.
