We’re now less than one week away from Thanksgiving, and so many Black Friday deals are already live. I’d start with the heavy hitters like Amazon and Nordstrom, where you’ll find deep discounts on tech, clothes, and toys. But tons of other retailers have launched deals, too, including clothing brands like Alex Crane and Everlane, travel brands like Away and Calpak, bedding brands like Parachute and The Company Store, and so much more.
Since there are so many deals live already, my fellow writers have done some digging to unearth their favorites in specific categories, including the best toy deals, kitchen deals, bedding deals, vacuum deals, and mattress deals. Read their roundups if you’d like to shop a particular category, or see my list below — organized alphabetically by company name — for all the very best deals.
Most of the deals I’ve found so far last until early December, so there’s no need to worry that the discounts will get better once actual Black Friday rolls around on November 29. I’ve also noticed that a few retailers, like Best Buy and Ulta, have new deals weekly, so it’s worth keeping tabs on those leading up to the holiday. I’ll be checking in every day leading up to Black Friday to update you all on new, actually worth-it deals, so feel free to bookmark this page if you please.
Update on November 24, 2024: Updated prices and checked stock for all products.
The deals I personally think are the best
I never see Naturium’s (deservedly) hyped products on sale for more than 20 or 25 percent off, but right now, they’re 35 percent off at Soko Glam. Nordstrom’s early Black Friday sale is filled with great stocking stuffers, including the $26 cashmere beanie that was a hit with Strategist readers last year. And the all-new Kindle is on sale. It has wireless charging now!
Alex Crane
The breezy apparel brand is offering 30 percent off sitewide through December 3. They make our best linen tee for both men and women, and their lightweight chore coat even earned a spot in the Strategist Menswear 100.
Amazon
Amazon’s early Black Friday deals are already extensive. Some standouts: best-selling Bose headphones back at a Prime Day price, chunky Dr. Martens for up to half off, and plenty of toys. I’ve pulled a few favorites below, but we have an even more in-depth roundup of the best early Black Friday deals at Amazon here.
Article
Article makes our best-in-class bed frame, and dining chair, and I found those items (or very similar versions) for up to 40 percent off.
Away
The stylish luggage brand is having the best sale I’ve ever seen it offer: Through December 2, everything is 25 percent off. Away’s carry-on suitcase has been our best overall pick for years, with our experts citing durability and a forgiving warranty among its benefits.
Ban.do
Everything at Ban.do (with a few exceptions) is 35 percent off with the code THEBEST through December 2. I’ve been waiting for this sale to buy some Baggus — not all of the company’s products are on sale, but most are, like the brand’s fun swan-shaped bag.
Bed Threads
Australian brand Bed Threads is offering 20 percent off sitewide, and up to 35 percent off bundles, but I also dug around and found some final-sale colors for 50 percent off. Perhaps you remember the linen sheets from Troye Sivan’s viral Architectural Digest tour? Now, they’re a bit more within reach for a non-celebrity budget.
Best Buy
The early deals at Best Buy are surprisingly good, including a four-pack of AirTags and some Samsung TVs. New deals will be added every Friday, so check back later this week.
Blue Apron
A meal-delivery kit service makes a surprisingly nice gift, especially for those low on time. Through December 8, the first four weeks of any subscription is half off at Blue Apron.
Calpak
Calpak’s sleek suitcases, bags, and other travel accessories are up to 60 percent off. I love the Hue carry-on, which I’ve been using for over five years with minimal scratches or scrapes; and the faux-leather Kaya backpack, which is one of our favorite work bags, is an especially excellent deal at just $55
Catbird
Catbird is offering 20 percent off almost everything (exceptions include its collaboration with Laufey and select designers) through December 2. It’s the best deal you’ll see all year, so now’s a good time to pick up some nice jewelry at a good discount. And don’t sleep on the home and beauty section, which has fun little tchotchkes like this wind-up pigeon toy.
The Citizenry
Everything at the Citizenry is up to 35 percent off through December 2. We’re fans of the brand’s stonewashed French-flax linen sheets, and the half-moon mirrors are quite lovely, too.
The Company Store
Weekly “epic deals” are up to 40 percent off, and everything else is 25 percent off with the code BFDEALS24. The Company Store makes plenty of our favorite bedding, including both our best overall down comforter and jersey sheets.
