The Best Labor Day Sales for Men – J. Crew 40% off, Nordstrom End of Season Clearance, & More

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This post will be updated over the next few days as more sales roll in. It’s a working weekend for us, as we’ll be tracking all the salez salez salez. Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend.

Nordstrom: End of Season Clearance (clothes picks)

• Bagatelle Genuine Suede Harrington Jacket – $252.85 ($389)
• Nordstrom Navy Shadow Plaid Virgin Wool Suit – $366.99 ($549)
• Nordstrom Henrik Trim Fit Brown Knit Herringbone Cotton & Linen Sport Coat – $191.95 ($349)
• Nordstrom Light blue Trim Fit Solid Premium Performance Dress Shirt – $64.67 ($99.50)

Everything ships and returns for free. This is a true clearance, so common sizes and colors are a bit scarce depending on the item. But picks above had at least a decent size selection left at post time.

Nordstrom End of Season Clearance (shoes and accessories picks)

• Nordstrom Emmett Plain Toe Derby – $74.96 ($99.95)
• Tom Ford Kevyn 52mm Square Sunglasses – $246.99 ($370)
• Nordstrom Mitchell Sneakers – $74.96 ($99.95)

And some (very quick) shoes and accessories picks. Always nice when shoes and sunglasses ship and return for free, as a tailor can’t do anything to tweak the fit for those things.

Bonobos: 30% off most w/ FIRSTCALL30

• Unconstructed Italian Hopsack Wool Blazers – $280 ($400) six colors
• Premium 4-Way Stretch Jeans – $111.30 ($159)
• Hudson Sweater Polo – $76.30 ($119)
• Travel Jeans – $90.30 ($129)

You might have know about this sale already (we did a full picks post here)… but just in case you didn’t and you’re dropping in on us direct via the socials. Bottom line: it’s probably one of the stronger sales of the weekend. 30% off is where Bonobos peaks. Even on Black Friday the last few years.

Amazon: Gift Card Deals

• $50 Old Navy Gift Card – $42.50
• $50 adidas Gift Card – $42.50

Amazon has brought back their sneaky good gift card deals section for another long weekend sales push. Note that GAP inc. gift cards (Old Navy, BR, etc.) can be used across their brands. Like at BR Factory.

Amazon Part II: Totally random Labor Day Weekend Deals

• Timex Men’s Waterbury Metro Chrono – $194.60 ($229) review here
• ExOfficio Give-N-Go Sport 6” Boxer Brief – $25.88 ($34.50) review here
• Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum – $299.99 ($389.99)
• SONGMICS Watch Box, 12-Slot Watch Case – $19.98 ($34.99)

Watches! Underwear! Vacuums! … Vacuums? Yes, it’s random. This is what Amazon does. This is who they are.

J. Crew: 40% off Select

• 5 Pocket Bergen Pants in Slim, Athletic Straight, or Straight – $70.80 ($118) select colors
• Cotton Cable-knit Rugby Sweater – $82.80 ($138) 
• Long-sleeve Crewneck in Striped Maritime Jersey – $58.80 ($98)
• Sportcoat in Linen Twill – $268.80 ($448) 

Been a bit since J. Crew ran a truly significant sale. And there are so many exclusions in this one (almost all suiting, shoes, etc.) that even this long weekend Labor Day event may not fit that particular category. What’s going on with J. Crew lately? Hit too hard by the tariffs/inflation squeeze? They’re not the only one. But it is noticeable that something (who knows what) has changed over at J. Crew.

J. Crew Part II: 40% off select stretch chinos

Almost always excluded, and somehow included in the 40% off Labor Day event. Select colors only though, and it’s mostly the 484 slims.

Sunski: 35% off

• Astra Polarized Aviators – $78 ($120)
• Madrona Polarized Wayfarer-style – $38 ($58)
• Estero Polarized Aviators – $78 ($120)

35% off is pretty deep for Sunski. They make good shades in some unique (but not goofy) styles, and as a brand they’re not perpetually on sale.

GAP: 40% – 60% off + addit. 10% off w/ DAYOFF

• Straight Fit or Slim Fit Modern Khakis – $26.10 – $31.50 ($59.95)
• Organic Cotton Poplin Classic Shirts – $31.50 ($59.95) 
• Organic Cotton Pocket T-Shirts – $10.80 ($24.95)

Overspending on classics/foundational pieces isn’t necessary. Not when GAP is still around doing what they do so well. Don’t forget to use the code DAYOFF at checkout for a sneaky extra 10% off.

Filson: $50 off $300, $100 off $500, $175 off $750, $250 off $1000

• Rugged Twill Original Brief ($499) +
• Portland Graphic Tote Bag ($28)
  • = $427 total ($527)

If you’re close to the next threshold (the $499 Rugged Twill Original Briefs are a perfect example), try throwing a cheaper outlet item in there to trip the next threshold. Works with the two bags shown above, and you end up saving more in the end.

Banana Republic: Extra 20% off Sale Items

• Italian Ventile Wool Jacket – $279.99 ($450) 
  • Matching pants are here for $147.99 if you want to make it a suit
• Italian Linen-Cotton Shirt Jacket – $159.99 ($250) 

Ends Friday, so you gotta wonder what they have in store for over the weekend. It’s a mix of regular sale and final sale items. Anything tagged as final sale can’t be returned or exchanged (but regular sale can).

Ledbury: 30% off $150+

Combo Pick:

• Light Blue Sanders Non Iron Fine Twill Custom Shirt ($145)
• White Sanders Non Iron Fine Twill Custom Shirt ($145)

= $203 total (normally $290)

Pricey, but they’re excellent. These are from their made-to-order line. Much more precise measurement in terms of fit when compared to other neck/sleeve shirts, and you get to pick the collar style too. Mid spread dress or hidden button down looks terrific without a tie if that’s your thing. And the slightly lowered 2nd button is perfect. No more “one button or two?” debate. Also know that these take a few weeks in terms of delivery, as they make them once you input your options.

VAER: R1 Oceanracer V2 Restock – $549 – $669*

Not on sale (VAER very rarely does any sort of discounting) but worth a mention because they quietly got restocked. Price varies depending on which second strap/bracelet you opt into. Full review can be found here.

Brooks Brothers: 20% off $200, 30% off $500 / Extra 25% off Sale Items

• Guabello Cotton-Linen-Wool Hopsack Sport Coat – $314.99 ($698)
• Vitale Barbers Canonico Linen-Silk-Cotton Check 1818 Sport Coat – $404.99 ($898)

Different deals. Tiers are for the full-priced stuff, with the extra 25% happening on their already-on-sale goods.

adidas: 30% off select w/ EXTRA

• Handball Spezial – $77 ($110) 
• Workout Essentials Woven Base Shorts – $24.50 ($35) 
• Essentials Training Tee – $15.40 ($25) 

Should be able to stack one of those on-sale Amazon gift cards, assuming it gets to you in time and they still have your item left. Always a risk trying to time it like that though.

Billy Reid: Additional 25% off Sale & FINAL Sale w/ EXTRA25

• Heathered Knit Sport Coat – $208.50 ($398)
• Stripe Pensacola Polo – $51.37 ($138)

Quite a bit of final sale in this one. It’s a mix, but (say it with me) anything tagged as final can’t be returned or exchanged.

Banana Republic Factory: 50% – 70% off + addit. 25% off

• Vegan Suede Bombers – $63.75 ($170)
• Traveler Jeans in Slim, Athletic, or Straight Fit – $45 ($115) 
• 100% Merino Crewnecks – $33.75 ($90) 
• Corduroy Collar Quilted Jacket – $75 ($200)

Full picks here. BR’s more affordable brother is a serious style source for some of us. They do an oddly good job replicating most of what mainline Banana Republic offers, at much more palatable prices.

Also worth a mention:

• Timex: 25% off select w/ SUNSET25
• L.L. Bean: 10% off w/ FALL10
• Charles Tyrwhitt: 25% off, or 4 shirts/polos for $199

NOTE: This post will be updated through the long weekend.