Black Friday is for amateurs. Real shoppers know the day after Christmas is where the magic happens. This year, the 75% off markdowns are already strong and the best pieces are moving quickly, but that doesn’t mean the hunt is over. Many retailers are quietly rolling out fresh waves of first markdowns, creating new opportunities to score standout finds. As the week unfolds, more deals will surface for those paying attention. Here are some of our favorite places to shop right now.
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Bergdorf has quietly marked pieces down to 75% off, with Alaïa, Valentino, Jimmy Choo, and Oscar de la Renta in the mix. The extra 25% off also extends into the private sale, where you’ll find Prada and Bottega Veneta included.
Neiman Marcus just added an extra 25% off, bringing total savings to as much as 75%. The best discounts right now include Manolo Blahnik shoes, select Dolce & Gabbana pieces, and Valentino. Inventory is moving fast, but there are still worthwhile pieces if you keep checking back.
Saks Fifth Avenue has pushed discounts to 75% off, with a wide mix of designer markdowns. Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Valentino, and Chloé are all heavily reduced, along with plenty of other names worth scrolling. This is where the sale starts to feel like real deals.
Nordstrom kicked off extreme discounts early this year, with tons of reduced designer merchandise now with an extra discount. That means total savings of over 70% on many items! Through the private sale link, you’ll also find incredible deals on Prada, Bottega Veneta, Valentino and more.