Every year I put together a list of sustainable and ethical brands with Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. This year the deals have started earlier, no doubt due to the pandemic-induced economic downturn.
I’ll keep updating this post as I learn about more sales, so check back!
While I’m not much of a gifter, I do like shopping for myself during this time. But there’s always the danger of getting swept up in sales and buying too many things I don’t really need or will use.
To keep myself from going overboard, here are some tips:
- Make a list of needs and wardrobe gaps beforehand — and stick to it.
- Ask yourself these questions. I came up with these last year after feeling awfully tempted by some sale items. One of the most useful things I ask myself is: Would I still want this if it were not on sale? Would I be willing to pay full price for it?
Here’s to shopping mindfully — and saving money!
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ABLE – Bags, shoes, apparel, and jewelry from around the world, made by women. 25% off everything with FESTIVE25.
Amour Vert – Women’s clothing with feminine vibes. (Here’s my review on how their items fit on a petite person.) 25% off site wide. Sale items are eligible for exchange or store credit, but not refunds.
Baggu – My favorite reusable bag! 25% off site wide plus an extra 10% off leather items with EXTRAEXTRA.
Bash + Sass – Minimalist, gender neutral tees, hoodies, and rompers for babies and toddlers. Made in San Francisco. 40% off with SMALLBRANDLOVE through 11/30.
Beeswrap – A natural, sustainable alternative to plastic wrap for food storage. 20% off sitewide through 11/27.
Carol Young | Undesigned – Clothing for women, designed for urban environments and travel. Made in Los Angeles. 10% donation to LA Regional Food Bank & 20% off all clothing, shoes, and face masks with THANKU. Sale items are final sale.
Coyuchi – Minimally processed and ethically sourced bedding and textiles. $50 off $250, $100 off $500, and $200 off $800 and more.
Curator SF – Slow fashion, made in San Francisco. 25% off sitewide with GOODKARMA. Sale items are eligible for exchange or store credit, but not refunds.
Cuyana – Luxe, minimalist leather goods. 15% off some items through 11/30. (Not entirely sure if this company’s production is ethical, though.)
dr. Liza – Shoes designed by a chiropractor/osteopath. (Read my review of the flats here.) 60% off nearly everything with JOY60 when you spend over $190 USD through 11/30. Sale items are eligible for exchange or store credit, but not refunds.
Eileen Fisher – The OG of sustainably-produced women’s clothing. Extra 50% off sale items through 12/2.
Graf Lantz – Bags, laptop sleeves, accessories, and housewares made in Los Angeles. I love the simplicity of their merino wool felt placemats and coasters. 30% off nearly everything with THANKS30
Gracemade – A “fashion-forward interpretation of modest apparel.” Think cocoon dresses and jumpsuits. Made in downtown Los Angeles out of locally sourced and deadstock fabrics. 30% off and free shipping 11/27 – 11/30.
Hackwith Design House – Simple women’s clothing and swim wear, made in America. 30% off with PIE30.
Hopp Studios – Comfy, bouncy shoes. (Read my review of their wedges here.) 30% off sitewide with FALLSALE. Sale items are final sale.
Kotn – Instead of a sale, this Canadian maker of cotton wardrobe basics — and now home items — donates 100% of their proceeds between Black Friday and Cyber Monday to build schools in the Nile Delta and Faiyum, Egypt, which is where they source their cotton. Over the years, they have opened seven schools. This year they aim to donate up to $90,000 to build three primary schools.
Lo & Sons – Makers of stylish travel bags. (Read my review of their backpacks and convertible tote.) Up to 70% off through 11/29. Plus, enjoy an extended 6-month return period.
Local European – Their Instagram bio says, “For the elegant street girl.” Cargo pants, but make it fashion! Made in Los Angeles out of deadstock fabric in small batches. Up to 60% off. Sale items are final sale.
Londontown – Cruelty-free, 9-Free nail polish brand. (My review here.) 45% off with nailcare and color with BLACKOUT. Through 11/27.
Looma – Bedding in neutral colors made from organic long-staple Himalayan cotton. Up to 40% off.
Marley’s Monsters – Reusable goods for the home like washable “paper” towels, personal care items, and baby care. (See my review of their reusable cosmetic rounds.) 20% off everything with HOLIDAY2020 through 11/30. They also have an Etsy shop. (Prices are a little higher there, but shipping is free over $35, so maybe it evens out, depending.)
Mate the Label – Casual comfy sweatshirts, joggers, and tees in earthy colors. Made in Los Angeles. 30% off sitewide.
Naadam – Cashmere sweaters and accessories. 40% off select styles with BLACKFRI40. For Cyber Monday, Naadam has put some of these same items at 75% off, however they are final sale.
Nau – Sustainably made performance wear and outerwear. 30% off full-priced items through 12/3.
Nisolo – Ethically-made shoes produced in Peru. Items up to 60% off. Get an extra 25% off with EXTRA25. Some items are final sale or can only be exchanged, not returned.
Nordstrom – Items up to 50% off. Valid from 11/27 to 12/2. Take an extra 25% off clearance items. I look for ethical brands like Eileen Fisher, Rachel Comey, and Reformation.
Only Child – Women’s clothing in natural fibers and neutral colors. Made in Oakland, CA. Their seconds sale launches with prices 30% off launches 11/28. Sale items are final sale.
Package Free Shop – Toiletries, cleaning supplies, and more low-waste living. 25% off on sitewide.
Pact – Casual clothing, bedding and bath for the whole family. Made from certified organic cotton in fair trade factories. Up to 40% off select items like leggings, sweaters, and more with BLACKFRIDAY through 11/30
Parachute Home – Bedding and bath, Oeko-Tex and Responsible Down Standard certified. 20% off everything through 11/30.
Pela Case – Eco-friendly phone cases that you can compost at the end of their life. Up to 50% off sitewide (20% off one item, 25% off two, and so on up to 50% off 5 items.)
Reformation – Flirty, trendy women’s clothing. 30% off everything.
Stasher Bag – Reusable silicone bags for food and other stuff. Up to 30% off sitewide.
S’well – My favorite reusable water bottle. (Review here.)
Tradlands – Women’s shirts, sweaters, and more in classic looks. Take 20% off orders of $100+ with HOLIDAY20 and 25% off orders of $200+ with HOLIDAY25. Plus, free $10 gift card on orders of 50+ and free shipping on orders of $200+. Sale items are eligible for exchange or store credit, but not refunds.
Two Days Off – Minimalist women’s clothing made to order in LA from upcycled deadstock fabric. An end of season sale is taking place now. Free shipping on orders over $200. Sale items are final sale.
United by Blue – Outdoor apparel made from natural, recycled, and salvaged materials. Up to 50% sitewide.
Vetta – Convertible clothes that can be worn several ways. Made in New York. Some items on sale up to 80% off. Plus, 20% off with EVERYTHING20.
Whimsy & Row – Clothing and housewares, based in Los Angeles. Up to 70% off. Also, one tree will be planted for every purchase. Sale items are eligible for exchange or store credit, but not refunds.
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