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All the 4th of July Sales Worth Shopping This Year


If you thought you were done with summer shopping after Memorial Day weekend, think again: To celebrate the 4th of July (and summer’s just-about-halfway mark), brands are slashing their prices and offering deals on of-the-moment items you can’t miss. Whether you need a break from grilling or want to pick up a last-minute outfit for your local fireworks display, carve out some time to peruse all the best sales happening this holiday weekend. From Aritzia to Opening Ceremony, there are huge discounts on sundresses, sandals, denim, and more—pretty much everything you could ever want to round out your wardrobe.

Ahead, check out all the 4th of July sales worth shopping this year.

3×1 Get ahead of fall denim with 25 percent off on-sale jeans at 3×1—use code “HAPPY4TH” through midnight on Wednesday, July 4, to access the deal.

A Peace Treaty Items from A Peace Treaty’s Resort 2018 collection—including crop tops, caftans, and scarves—are 40 percent off beginning Friday, June 29.

Abercrombie & Fitch Everything at Abercrombie & Fitch is between 40 percent and 60 percent off until Wednesday, July 4—plus, on the actual 4th of July, all products will be an extra 15 percent off.

PHOTO: Abercrombie & Fitch

Abercrombie & Fitch Women’s Racerback Triangle Bikini Top, $28 $14, Abercrombie & Fitch; Abercrombie & Fitch Women’s Strappy Cheeky Bikini Bottom, $22 $11, Abercrombie & Fitch

AG AG’s big semi-annual sale includes denim, shorts, tops, and more at up to 40 percent off through the 4th of July holiday.

Andre Assous Score some new sandals at Andre Assous’ sale: Select luxury footwear styles are 40 percent off until Sunday, July 8.

Ann Taylor Ann Taylor’s 4th of July Sale is too big to miss: For Tuesday, July 3 and Wednesday, July 4, you’ll score an extra 60 percent off sale styles, plus 40 percent off full-price styles, in-stores and online.

Aritzia Aritzia’s in-store and online blowout offers discounts of up to 50 percent off until Sunday, August 19—so, there’s really no excuse to miss this sale.

PHOTO: Aritzia

Sunday Best Savoy Dress, $98 $90, Aritzia

ASH Get ready for a wardrobe overhaul: Select styles at ASH are 50 percent off until Friday, July 6.

ASTR The Label Enjoy an extra 20 percent off all sale items at ASTR The Label until midnight on Sunday, July 8.

AYR Your last chance to nab 20 percent off of AYR’s pants and shorts at AYR is Wednesday, July 4.

BackBeatRags Take 20 percent off your purchase, including sale items, with code “FOURTH20” until Wednesday, July 4.

PHOTO: BackBeatRags

BackBeatRags Cherry Organic Cotton Painter Pants, $140 $112, BackBeatRags

Banana Republic You may be thinking of sundresses, but now’s the time to stock up on workwear: Sale items at Banana Republic are an extra 50 percent off for the holiday.

BaubleBar Sale jewelry items at BaubleBar are an extra 20 percent off through Wednesday, July 4.

BCBG From Tuesday, July 3 until Sunday, July 8, take 40 percent of full-priced and on-sale items.

Beach Bunny Swimwear Stock up on swimwear during Beach Bunny’s enormous sale, which runs through Wednesday, July 4: New on-sale suits will be up to 60 percent off, while previously marked-down items will be discounted even further.

Beyond Yoga All activewear at Beyond Yoga is 30 percent off—even sale items!

BLANKNYC Enter code “YES30” for 30 percent off the entire store until Thursday, July 5.

Bloomingdale’s Look out for items marked “Deal Reveal” on Bloomingdale’s website: You’ll get an extra 20, 30, or 40 percent off sale and clearance products with this label. Note: You’ll need to sign up for Bloomingdale’s emails for access to the sale’s checkout code.

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AQUA Rainbow Beaded Loop Drop Earring, $98 $49, Bloomingdale’s

Calzedonia Select Calzedonia styles are 50 percent off until Wednesday, July 4.

Carbon38 Sale on sale? You can’t beat that. Carbon38 is offering an extra 30 percent off its marked-down items with code “EXTRA30.”

Charles & Colvard Jewelry at Charles & Colvard will be 15 percent off sitewide until Wednesday, July 4—and nope, you don’t need a code.

Charlotte Simone Throughout the month of July, score up to 50 percent off fluffy goods from Charlotte Simone.

Charlotte Stone Spring 2018 styles from Charlotte Stone are up to 60 percent off until they sell out.

Chico’s Enter code “73284” for 50 percent off your entire Chico’s purchase. Sale starts at 6 P.M. EST on Tuesday, July 3, and ends at midnight on Wednesday, July 4.

Clare V. Select accessories at Clare V. are 30 percent off in its end-of-season sale starting Thursday, July 5.

PHOTO: Clare V.

Clare V. Circle Wallet Clutch With Webbing Wristlet, $239 $167.30, Clare V.

Cole Haan Shoes, bags, and outerwear at Cole Haan will be 40 percent off until Friday, July 6. (So basically, the entire store is on sale.)

Cotton On Select items at Cotton On will be 30 percent off, but only on Tuesday, July 3 and Wednesday, July 4. Grab that discount while it lasts.

Dear Frances Chic shoe styles from Dear Frances are 20 percent off sitewide with code “4TH20.” Nab your perfect pair before end of day on Wednesday, July 4.

PHOTO: Dear Frances

Dear Frances Tye Slide, $325 $260, Dear Frances

Dr. Scholl’s Shoes Until Wednesday, July 4, you’ll get 20 percent off sitewide and free shipping on Dr. Scholl’s shoes, excluding full-price products.

Draper James Already on-sale styles at Draper James will be an additional 25 percent off from Sunday, July 1 until Thursday, July 5—just enter code “FIREWORK” at checkout.

ELEVEN SIX Use code “ENJOYANEXTRA20%OFF” for—you guessed it—20 percent off at ELEVEN SIX (including sale items) until Wednesday, July 4.

Express: At Express, some styles are BOGO for $19.90, while others are BOGO at $9.90 on the 4th of July. Then, clearance items will be an additional 40 percent off.

Five and Two Jewelry Revamp your jewelry collection with 20 percent off sitewide and an extra 40 percent off sale at Five and Two Jewelry from Wednesday, July 4 until Sunday, July 8.

Heidi Klein Beachwear of all sorts will be up to 70 percent off online and in-stores at Heidi Klein.

PHOTO: Heidi Klein

Heidi Klein Aqua Capri Scallop Padded Triangle Bikini, $279.88 $195.90, Heidi Klein

Helena Quinn Select poolside styles from Helena Quinn are 25 percent off; then, there’s 30 percent off the brand’s signature sheer pool robes. Take advantage until Friday, July 6 with code “HQ4TH.”

Hollister Co. Hollister Co.’s ongoing summer sale offers up to 50 percent off storewide. Through Wednesday, July 4, Club Cali rewards program members can earn an extra 20 percent off their entire purchase. Hang around until Thursday, July 5, and all clearance items are up to 70 percent off for all customers.

Intimissimi Select women’s intimates and sleepwear styles are 50 percent off until Wednesday, July 4.

PHOTO: Intimissimi

Intimissimi Silk Shorts With Contrast Trim, $59 $29.50, Intimissimi

Joe’s Jeans With code “JULY30,” you’ll get access to two great denim sales until Wednesday, July 4—30 percent off select full price items and an additional 30 percent off sale items.

J.W. Hulme Co. Pack for your next summer adventure with leather goods from J.W. Hulme Co., where select end-of-season styles are up to 30 percent off.

KAMPERETT KAMPERETT’s statement apparel is 25 percent off sitewide with code “HAPPY4JULY.” The deal will last an entire week, from Monday, July 2 until Sunday, July 8.

KEDS Expand your sneaker collection even further with KEDS’ ongoing sale: Until Sunday, July 8, enter code “SALEONSALE” for an extra 20 percent off sale.

PHOTO: Keds

KEDS x Rifle Paper Co. Anchor Slip On Paper Palms, $70 $43.97, KEDS

KENDALL + KYLIE Get ready for major savings at the Jenner sisters’ site from Monday, July 2 until Wednesday, July 4: Everything is 70 percent off with code “70PERCENTJULY4”, while Warehouse styles are an additional 15 percent off with code “15PERCENTJULY4”.

Kipling Already-reduced backpacks, purses, and more accessories are an extra 25 percent off with code “FIREWORKS.”

Kohl’s Enter code “EXTRA20” for, you guessed it, an extra 20 percent off your purchase from Thursday, July 5 until Sunday, July 8. You’ll also earn $10 Kohl’s Cash for every $50 spent through Sunday, July 8.

Kurt Lyle All Kurt Lyle Spring 2018 collection items are 30 percent off with code “SUNNY30” through Thursday, July 5.

LACAUSA From full-price swim to on-sale apparel, every item at LACAUSA is 20 percent off until Wednesday, July 4 with code “SUMMER20.”

PHOTO: LACAUSA

LACAUSA Georgia Jumpsuit, $209 $167.20, LACAUSA

LAND of distraction At LAND of distraction, all items are 30 percent off from Wednesday, July 4 until Sunday, July 8.

Lane Bryant Lane Bryant’s deals are all about what’s underneath: Buy two bras, get two free on select styles, plus select underwear styles can be purchased at five for $29.

​Lee Jeans All shorts at Lee Jeans are $17.76 (get it?) for the holiday; if longer lengths are more your thing, you can take 20 percent off sitewide—though, there will be some exclusions.

Levi’s Levi’s weeklong summer sale is the perfect time to up your denim collection: Shop from 10 A.M. PST on Tuesday, June 3 until 11:59 P.M. PST on Tuesday, July 10 for an extra 50 percent off sale styles with code “SALE50.”

PHOTO: Levi’s

Levi’s Alternative Skirt, $98 $34.99, Levi’s

Lord & Taylor On Wednesday, July 4, enjoy 20 percent off storewide at Lord & Taylor with code “JULY”; make sure to check out the clearance section, too, where select items will be up to 70 percent off.

Loup Enter code “USA20” for 20 percent off sitewide at Loup until Sunday, July 8.

Macy’s Find a new addition for every part of your wardrobe during Macy’s 4th of July Event: Through Sunday, July 8, you’ll receive 40 percent off select women’s shorts, 50 percent off select swim, 40 to 70 percent off select handbags, and 15 to 50 percent off select jewelry.

Maje Maje’s “Summer Looks” are up to 50 percent off, with an additional 20 percent off sale items.

PHOTO: Maje

Maje Maxi Dress With Crop Top, $320 $179.20, Maje

Marimekko Colorful clothing and homegoods from Marimekko’s spring/summer collection are 40 percent off until Wednesday, July 4. On Thursday, the sale gets even bigger—to 50 percent off.

Mavi New denim styles at Mavi are up to half-off until Monday, July 9.

Michael Stars On-sale tees and dresses from Michael Stars are an extra 30 percent off until Monday, July 9.

ModCloth Clearance dresses, swimsuits, and more at Modcloth are up to 40 percent off through Saturday, July 7.

Modern Vice Take your pick of two big discounts on Modern Vice footwear between Tuesday, July 3 and Monday, July 9: Buy two pairs from the “Available Now Collection” for $349, or receive 50 percent off a single purchase from the same collection.

Mr. Larkin With code “SUMMER20,” take an extra 20 percent off sale styles at Mr. Larkin. There’s also a chance to do good with any purchase: 5 percent of all sales will be donated to the ACLU until Sunday, July 8.

PHOTO: Mr. Larkin

Mara Hoffman Angie Pant, $350 $196, Mr. Larkin

Naadam It’s never too early to think about your fall knits—especially when they’re on-sale cashmere. At Naadam, all items are 20 percent off with code “Celebrate” until Thursday, July 5.

Nicholas K Dreamy basics from Nicholas K are up to 60 percent off through Sunday, July 8—just check the sale section to see which items have the extra discount.

NYDJ Barbecue-ready shorts and capris are an additional 25 percent off at NYDJ, no code necessary.

Of a Kind Select items at Of a Kind are 30 percent off until Monday, July 9. No code needed!

Old Navy You can basically replace your entire summer wardrobe at Old Navy’s sale, where everything is up to 60 percent off through Thursday, July 5. Plus, take advantage of its select $2/$4/$6/$8 sale items: $2 flip-flops, $4 tank tops, $6 tees, and $8 dresses.

Opening Ceremony Select on-sale merch from your favorite designers (like Adam Selman, Jacquemus, Miaou and, of course, Opening Ceremony) are an extra 20 percent off with code “JUL20”.

PHOTO: Opening Ceremony

Callipygian Polka-Dot Crepe Maxi Dress, $295 $89, Opening Ceremony

Paige From Tuesday, July 3 through Sunday, July 8, enjoy an additional 20 percent off select sale items with the code “Happy4th2018” at Paige.

Parker Smith Select styles at Parker Smith—from chic black blouses to tuxedo-striped jeans—are up to 50 percent off until Sunday, July 8.

RACHEL Rachel Roy From Tuesday, July 3 until Sunday, July 8, enjoy an extra 30 percent of sale and clearance items at RACHEL Rachel Roy.

Rachel Zoe Collection At Rachel Zoe Collection, you’ll score a huge discount on breezy bohemian summer fare. Select styles are up to 60 percent off.

Rebecca Taylor Wednesday, July 4 is the final day to shop Rebecca Taylor’s big summer sale, where clearance items are an extra 30 percent off with code “JULY30”.

PHOTO: Rebecca Taylor

Rebecca Taylor Hammered Silk Cami, $195 $81.90, Rebecca Taylor

Rhode Resort If your big summer vacation is still a few weeks away, you’re in luck: Resort wear from Rhode Resort is up to 60 percent off, but only on Resort 2018 and Spring/Summer 2018 products.

Saks OFF 5TH Both in-stores and online, you’ll receive a discount of up to 85 percent off with code “HAPPY4TH”; the same code brings an additional 25 percent off of clearance items.

PHOTO: Saks Off 5th

J.W. Anderson Ruffle-Trimmed Skirt, $390 $76.99, Saks OFF 5th

Sandro Summer collection items at Sandro are up to 50 percent off.

Sanuk Until Thursday, July 5, select shoe styles at Sanuk will be 25 percent off.

SKAGEN Select timepieces and accessories from SKAGEN are up to 60 percent off through the Fourth of July holiday.

Sunday Somewhere Aviators, cat-eyes, square-lens—sunglasses of every type are up to 50 percent off at Sunday Somewhere.

Target If you’re spending the 4th poolside, stop by Target’s big sale first. Take 20 percent off all Target swimwear, plus get free shipping and returns on all women’s suits.

PHOTO: Target

Social Angel Plus Size Floral Dot One-Piece Swimsuit, $34.99 $27.99, Target

Teva New sale sandals at Teva are 25 percent off through Wednesday, July 4.

Timberland Already-discounted sneakers, boots, and more at Timberland are an additional 20 percent off until Wednesday, July 4.

Trina Turk In stores and online, take an additional 40 percent off sale items until Thursday, July 5.

True&Co. Due for an update to your intimates drawer? You’re in luck: True&Co.’s summer collection is up to 70 percent off.

True Religion Select styles at True Religion are between 30 and 60 percent off until Wednesday, July 11. With all that time, there’s no reason not to shop.

Valfre The tiered discounts on accessories and fashion pieces at Valfre start at 20 percent off (good) and go all the way up to 90 percent off (excellent).

PHOTO: Valfre

Valfre Star Power Charging Battery Case, $60 $42, Valfre

VereVerto VereVerto is celebrating the 4th of July and it’s fifth anniversary. For the special occasion, shoppers can take 45 percent off sitewide with code “5YEARSBABY” until Thursday, July 5.

Volcom Starting Sunday, July 1, select Volcom styles are up to 40 percent off.

White + Warren Already on-sale essentials, accessories, and loungewear are up to 60 percent off through Wednesday, July 4 at White + Warren.

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6 Tips for Bra Shopping When You Have Big Boobs


Anyone who’s had to shop for DDD+ bras can attest: If your cups runneth over, so to speak, it’s can be harder to find a style that fits your needs—whether that means having support, wanting to show off cleavage, or simply feeling comfortable. Many brands don’t accommodate cup sizes in the E, F, G, and H range; and variety is lacking when it comes to fashion-forward styles. (Let’s see some variety with lace, color, and design value, yeah?) Rather than accept defeat, you deserve a good—no, great!—bra that can meet all of your demands.

You already know the importance of a professional fitting, of building a bra wardrobe of a few key styles, and of being open to investing a little bit more in your underwear drawer to get what you need out of it. But what about the little construction details in your bra that make all the difference, or recognizing the tell-tale signs of when your band has been overworn? Glamour went to the lingerie experts for more detailed advice to aid large-breasted shoppers with their bra shopping endeavors. Check out what the experts—Margaret Quinn, Marketing Manager for Addition Elle; Ra’el Cohen, Head of Design at ThirdLove; Jessica Pfister, Vice President of Le Mystère; Lyn Lewis, CEO of Journelle; Dawn Kenney, National Consultant Manager for Wacoal; Helene Morris, designer of Lonely; and Willy Mrasek, Creative Director of the Felina Group—had to say.

Accept that you’re likely wearing the wrong size. It’s incredibly common for folks to be buying and wearing the wrong bra size—and, if you have large breasts, experts say it’s usually because you’re trying to squeeze into a bra that’s too small or not supportive enough. (Kenney and Lewis both say that the majority of busty shoppers buy a bra in too big of a band size and too small of a cup size.) A few of the tell-tale signs: bra straps that are constantly falling, underwires that dig into your boob, cups that gape… If any or all of those feel all too familiar, Lewis suggests finding a “sister size” to the one you’ve already been wearing—you’ll come across many guides to landing on that magic number online.

Really pay attention to the band. Lewis notes that eighty percent of support comes from the band to support the weight of the bust. It should fit evenly from front to back and not move or shift when you raise your arms, and should lay flat across your back without rising up (if it does, that means it’s too big, since the weight of the breasts is pulling it up). Wear your bra on the loosest hook, so that when the band stretches out over time you can get more wear out of it by simply tightening. (Per Cohen, you’ll know you’re wearing the right band size when you can slip two fingers underneath the back of it.)

Know what a proper fit feels like. The cups should always fit smoothly across the breasts, without gaping, overflow, or digging into the tissue. (If there is any bulging, “the cup is too small or your straps are too tight,” notes Pfister.) The gore—aka. the piece of material between the two cups—should lay flat on your chest, hitting at the center chest bone, while the underwire should follow the perimeter of the breast tissue and rest on the ribcage. The straps should never slip (you should only be able to fit two fingers under it, says Pfister) or dig into your shoulders (they’re not the ones providing the support, after all—that’s what the band is there for).

Swap out bras on a semi-regular basis. Experts agree that, on average, you should buy a new bra every six months. Like your favorite shoes, they wear out and stretch out with frequent use, explains Pfister, adding that clear signs a bra has run its course include slipping straps, a “double bubble” at the cup, frayed edges, exposed underwires, and, of course, not getting as much lift as you once did. To get the most use out of your bra, you’ll want to maintain a whole lingerie wardrobe: Because fibers need enough time to rest and pull back after every wear to maintain functionality, it’s recommended to alternate between bras. (Cohen recommends having at least three in regular rotation.)

Consider your breast shape. When shopping for a new bra, Lewis says it’s important to think about not only the size of your bust, but also the shape of your breasts. If your boobs are teardrop-shaped, for instance, a demi or balconette style might offer you a good fit; if they’re round, a plunge or triangular-shaped silhouette might feel more supportive, as it pulls the breast tissue in on the sides. If you have a full bust, unlined bras are typically the most comfortable as they “round out the shape of the breast and have a flattening effect,” according to Lewis. Here’s a helpful breakdown of some of the different breast types.

Think about fabrics. It’s a myth that heavy, industrial-feeling bras are the only supportive lingerie option when you have big boobs. Brands are finally (finally!) experimenting with a range of fabrics, like lace and mesh, that don’t sacrifice comfort or structure for larger busts. The secret is making sure that the bra, regardless of what it’s made of, provides good wing support—in other words, that the fabric panels on the sides of the bra (the ones that connect the cups to the clasp in the back) are strong and well-designed, so that they can hold up a larger bust. Other design considerations to look for include: underwire or padded cups to add shape and definition; side boning to stabilize the band; interior slings to help with projection and natural shaping; and padded straps to manage the volume of a larger cup and offer a comfortable lift.

Ahead, we lay out the expert’s tips on a range of bra types for various wants and needs.



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50+ Labor Day Sales That Are Definitely Worth Shopping 2017


Sure, Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer. But on top of an extra day of rest (and sun, hopefully), we also get to enjoy markdowns on markdowns at all of our favorite retailers—right as we’re planning a new season’s worth of outfits. This coming holiday, you’ll likely find us browsing all of the amazing Labor Day sales happening online this year, in between those final beach days and barbecues, as we round out out our Fall 2017 shopping and try to forget the fact that we’ll soon have to think about things like layering.

We may have to rid our wardrobes of all remnants of summer, but at least we can fill it up just as quickly with our hauls from the 2017 Labor Day sales. Find all the fashion deals worth knowing about (and planning for) this upcoming long weekend, below.

3×1: Use code LDW25 from September 1 to September 4 to get 25% off all sale items at the celebrity (and Glamour!) favorite denim brand.

3×1 jeans

Abercrombie & Fitch: This Labor Day weekend, you can find your new go-to fall denim at Abercrombie, where all jeans will be $39. The entire stock, meanwhile, will be 40% off.

Alala: Activewear brand Alala is hosting a Flash Sale this Labor Day weekend, where all Fall 2016 styles will be 50%. If for some reason you sleep on this deal, no worries—it’ll go on for an extra day, until September 5.

Allen Schwartz: Dresses, jumpsuits, and more will be marked down from September 1 to September 4 at Allen Schwartz: Enter the code LABORDAY at checkout for 30% off regular-priced items and 60% off on-sale merchandise.

Ann Taylor: Get decked out in polished Ann Taylor goods this Labor Day weekend. The retailer will be offering 50% off sale items from August 31 to September 4.

Ann Taylor shorts

BaubleBar: On-trend accessories are available at up to 80% off from August 28 to September 11—though, this extra discount applies to items already on sale only.

Beach Bunny Swimwear: Summer is almost over, so you might as well start planning your next vacation—and Beach Bunny Swimwear’s Labor Day sale, which is happening on September 1, is the perfect place to start: Select resort, spring, and summer swimsuit styles will be 40% off that day.

Beyond Yoga: Hit your yoga mat after the long weekend in new gear from Beyond Yoga: The brand will be marking down on-sale items even further from September 1 to September 4, so you can get up to 75% off.

Beyond Yoga x Kate Spade New York leggings

Boden: Treat yourself to timeless basics at Boden’s Labor Day sale, where everything will be 20% off from August 31 through September 5. If that’s not enough to tempt you, there’s also free shipping and returns on orders over $49.

COS: Stock up on sleek-but-sensible silhouettes at COS, where all items will be 20% off from September 1 to September 4, in-stores and online.

Cotton On: From August 21 to September 3, Cotton On will have an extra 20% off all sale items; then, from September 4 to September 5, you can get 30% off all full-priced items. Score.

Dear Frances: Use code LABORDAY20 to get 20% off of those suede mules (or any other shoe style) you’ve been eyeing on Dear Frances, starting on September 1 through September 4.

Dear Frances shoes

Draper James: Take a page out of Reese Witherspoon’s style book with 30% off Draper James apparel, home, and accessories from August 31 to September 5.

Dressbarn: Select tops and denim will be buy one, get one half off online at Dressbarn during Labor Day weekend.

Eileen Fisher: Enjoy an extra 25% off sale items at Eileen Fisher from August 31 through September 4.

Fossil: From September 1 through September 4, Yara Shahidi-approved accessories brand Fossil will be running a tiered discount sale: Spend less than $150 for 20%, between $150 and $200 for 25%, and over $200 for 30% off.

Fossil watch

Furla: Furla’s Labor Day sale will also following a buy-more-save-more structure. Get 20% off online purchases of $300 or more, 25% off $400 and upwards, 30% off $500 and up.

Gigi C Bikinis: One of the Instagram set’s favorite swimwear brands, Gigi C, is offering 30% off site-wide with the code LDW30 this long weekend.

Halston: Use code LABORDAY to get an additional 30% off sale and clearance items at L.A. luxury brand Halston starting on August 24 through September 4.

PHOTO: Benjo Arwas

Halston dress

Hanky Panky: For an underwear overhaul, head on over to Hanky Panky, where select styles will be up to 60% off from August 30 to September 5.

Havaianas: Stock up on flip flops (vacation will come before you know it!) with 25% off full-priced online purchases from August 31 to September 7.

Hobo: For one day only (September 4), take 20% off full-priced Hobo bags with the code WEEKEND.

Hollister: Make your way to Hollister for $25 jeans through September 4. And while you’re there, get 50% off select styles and a gift with any purchase over $75.

Joe’s Jeans: Joe’s Jeans has a two-in-one-code Labor Day weekend deal if you’re looking for a denim fix: Enter LD30 at checkout to enjoy 30% off select styles and get free shipping.

Kate Spade New York: In the market for a new bag or wallet? Find one in-stores or online at Kate Spade New York, where all full-priced items will be 30% Labor Day weekend.

Kate Spade New York handbag

Kohls: From August 31 to September, every shopper gets $10 Kohl’s Cash for every $50 spent. And if you’re spending $25 or more with a coupon, you can take an extra $10 off.

Kendra Scott: Add a new bracelet (or two) to your arm party with Kendra Scott’s tiered discounts through September 4: Spend $100, save 15%; spend $150, save 20%; spend $200, save 25%.

The Kooples: Take an extra 20% off sale items at French label The Kooples this Labor Day weekend.

La Gotta: Swimsuits from the Miami-based label will be 25% off starting on August 30 through September 4.

La Gotta swimsuit

Les Lunes: Stock up on elevated basics in Les Lunes’ online sample sale, where items will be up to 70% off.

Lord & Taylor: With the code LABORDAY, get 20% off regular-priced items and 25% off women’s clearance online. The retailer will also have a buy-one-get-one-50%-off deal on denim. Both promotions will run from August 30 to September 5.

Luli Fama: Luli Fama is getting a head start to the Labor Day weekend discounts this year, kicking off its swimwear sale on August 21. Get 40% off select styles through August 25.

The Mighty Company: Enjoy 30% off of some autumnal outerwear with code LABORYAY at The Mighty Company.

The Mighty Company jacket

Mignonne Gavigan: Accessories brand Mignonne Gavigan will be discounting some of its spring/summer statement necklaces from September 1 through Labor Day.

ModCloth: At ModCloth, shoppers will enjoy 20% off all purchases, 25% off orders of $100 or more, and 30% off hauls that are over $200, all Labor Day weekend.

NYDJ: From August 31 to September 5, get 20% off two items or 30% off three items or more at NYDJ. Consider this your signal to stock up on every kind of denim this Labor Day weekend.

Old Navy: We can always count on Old Navy for a good deal—and its Labor Day weekend sale is no exception. From August 31 through September 4, get 50% off all jeans, dresses, and tees (except for clearance).

Old Navy jeans

Only Hearts: Everyday essentials (i.e., bras and underwear) from Only Heart are marked down 30% September 1 through September 4. Keep an eye out on Labor Day for additional discounts on items already on sale.

RACHEL Rachel Roy: Looking for a new dress or swimsuit? Head on over to Rachel Rachel Roy, where sale items will be an extra 30% off from August 31 to September 3.

RetailMeNot: The RetailMeNot app will direct you to major saving—and money back!—from Sears, Kmart, and Best buy this Labor Day weekend. At Sears, earn $5 off $50 purchases and $20 off $150 orders; at Kmart, receive $5 off $50, $10 off $100, and $15 off $150; at Best Buy, get $5 cashback on purchases over $30.

Skagen: Enter code LABORDAY2017 at checkout to receive 25% off of all full-price merchandise from the watch brand.

Sleepy Jones: Lean into the lazy-day aesthetic with some luxe new sleepwear: At Sleepy Jones, use the code ESCAPE to get you 20% off online orders.

PHOTO: Guang Xu

Sleepy Jones shirt

Smoke x Mirrors: Your sunnies don’t have to go away at the end of summer. Get $25 off a new frame from Smoke x Mirrors with code Laborday25; if you buy two or more, you can get $50 off your total purchase with the code Laborday50.

Solid and Striped: Select resort-ready swim from Solid and Striped will be 30% off from August 30 to September 4—just use the code LDW30 at checkout.

Solstice Sunglasses: So much eyewear up for grabs this Labor Day weekend, so little time: Take 25% off select sunglasses at Solstice from August 30 to September 6.

Soludos: Summery espadrilles get extra legs for fall at Soludos’ sale, where you can get up to 60% off of select styles until Labor Day.

Tome: With the code FINAL20, you’ll get an extra 20% off on-sale items on sale at Tome this Labor Day weekend.

True & Co: It’s not hard to justify a new bra purchase—especially when there are such good deals happening. True & Co. will be doing a tiered promotion this Labor Day weekend: 15% off of $125 with code Happyboobs15; 20% off of $150 with code Happyboobs20; and 25% off of $175 with code Happyboobs25.

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Wear to Heart: From September 1 to September 7, get 30% off of all your activewear needs at Wear to Heart with the code LABORDAY3017.

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Sarah Jessica Parker Has a Pretty Pragmatic Approach to Shoe Shopping


“I’ve spent $40,000 on shoes and I have no place to live? I will literally be the old woman who lived in her shoes!” In case you’re not up to date on your Sex and the City trivia, those words were famously uttered by Carrie Bradshaw (because, who else?) back in season 4 of the HBO series. Her small-screen alter ego may have debunked the Manolo Blahnik Mary Jane urban legend and taught us that good pair of heels can make life a little more fun, but Sarah Jessica Parker is a bit more practical when it comes to her own footwear shopping habits.

Parker, of course, is a shoe designer now herself. (She launched SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker with Manolo Blahnik U.S. President George Malkemus III back in 2014.) She opened her second boutique in Las Vegas, at the Bellagio Hotel, this month—and, surrounded by an array of stilettos, sparkles, and a smattering of LBD’s for good measure, Glamour caught up with the actress-cum-designer to get some insight into how to find Carrie-level footwear love. And though her advice is predictably sage, it’s not exactly what you’d expect from the person who brought to life television’s foremost shoe aficionado. (Spoiler alert: Bradshaw’s real-life counterpart doesn’t share her character’s voracious appetite for accumulation.) Below, SJP explains how to balk the trends, treat color as a neutral, and make every purchase count. Read on!

Glamour: When it comes to buying a pair of heels, what is non-negotiable for you?

SJP: Quality, relevance, how long will it last—I’m actually not the shopper that people think I am. I was probably much more profligate when I was younger, but I never was the sort of fevered shopper like Carrie Bradshaw. For the last ten years or more, I’ve really been making decisions based on, “Is that what I want to wear forever?” I tend to not have these quick one-night stands or affairs with fashion, because it never suits me anyway. I tend to shop, specifically with heels or shoes, for things that I think, “Yeah, this is a long-term relationship.”

Glamour: What exactly about a pair of shoes tells you it might be a long-term relationship?

SJP: I think a single sole is timeless—that’s why we were so invested in this idea of revisiting and recommitting it. The silhouette of the heel says a lot, because you can look at it and know, “Oh that was 1981, ’82, ’83,” or “That’s that court heel that Princess Diana wore”; the kitten heel we know from the ‘80s and the early ‘90s. It’s single sole, it’s silhouette, and it’s quality.

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Glamour: Agreed! Speaking of trends vs. timeless, are there any pieces you’ve worn in the past that you hope make a comeback?

SJP: I’ve worn so much! I wish there would always be a really cute jumper available, like a dirndl. And I think every dress should have pockets.

Glamour: What is the most beloved accessory or clothing item you own?

SJP: My most beloved accessory is probably this [wedding] ring from my husband that I love.

Glamour: It’s beautiful! I know you don’t shop a ton, but for women coming into the new store, what are your dos and don’ts for shopping for a new pair of shoes or a little black dress?

SJP: I’m so bad at rules cause I feel like everybody’s so different. The message we want to convey is that color is a neutral, and that we want women to feel like themselves. We want this to be a place where they’re given permission to do the thing that they’ve been waiting for someone to tell them they can do—as I’ve said countless times, you’re just as capable wearing a pair of vibrant violet pumps as you are wearing black pumps. You’re just as authoritative, as much in control, and as intellectually challenging, interesting, and smart as you are in a pair of black pumps. Men wear all sorts of colored ties and nobody questions their appropriateness or whether they’re whimsical and silly or to be diminished; it’s just a way of saying, “This is what I wanted to do today. This is who I feel like today. This is the story I wanted to tell.” We want to tell women that [their choice of footwear] doesn’t speak for their most important inner life, but rather it tells a story—this is an opportunity to express themselves. I think the thing that’s most compelling about other people is when you don’t look like you’re trying to dress like your friend, colleague, neighbor, or anything else. That’s a very arresting and exciting and compelling quality to possess—not everybody has the courage to walk out the door feeling like themselves, but once they do, it’s thrilling to witness.

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Glamour: So what are you thinking about when you’re designing?

SJP: There’s a lot that goes into the process because we of our retail partners: We’re looking at what sells and what doesn’t, what’s surprising and what’s disappointing, and what are areas we want to reinvest in, even if they don’t sell. But [designing], in many ways, is just about being creative and inspired. [Malkemus] and I do a lot of research: Whether it’s [looking back to] the 1800’s or [to] what people were wearing in Japan in 1981 or shoes I see on the subway or old images from an Italian magazine, there’s a whole host of things that are inspiring to us. We’re doing this three or four times a year. We’re looking at the new suedes, fabrications, fishnets, or glow material; [asking] what do we want to build, and what do we want to create, what prints do we want to work on? There’s a lot that goes into it, but it’s fantastic!

Glamour: Are there staples you think every woman should have in her closet, shoes, or dresses?

SJP: I think women should have what they determine to be a staple in their closet, [because] who’s to say that my staple is someone else’s staple? I’m this tall, and I live in this city, and I have to walk the kids to school, and I don’t tend to drive as much—my life requirements are radically different than yours or hers or his. Staples are: What do you need? And then, what do you want? Need comes first, typically; want gets taken care of occasionally.

Glamour: We will always love Carrie from Sex and the City. Have any her looks inspired your designs for SJP Collection?

SJP: I think the whimsy, and some of the things that are more decadent and indulgent are obviously inspired by her. Our little black dress is based on the title sequence [of the show]. Our Windsor and Mary [styles], which are the shoes with the buckle in front, are inspired by that famous blue [Manolo Blahnik] Hangisi—but the rest is a nod to an idea, not a specific [person].

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Glamour: Do you have a favorite Carrie Bradshaw look of all time?

SJP: There’s too many! I don’t remember 80% of them. I’ve worn so many costumes. I don’t think as much about fashion and all that as everyone thinks!

Glamour: Carrie’s closet was filled with “going-out” heels, and obviously Las Vegas is a going-out town. Which shoe in here would you choose for a night out?

SJP: There’s not one shoe in here that I would say is “the shoe.” They’re all “the shoe”! It depends. Did you just break your foot and you can’t wear heels? Do you like color? Do you like ornamentation? Do you like sparkle? Do you like something that is simple? Right now, I’m wearing this, but I might wear that later—there’s not one. It’s all right for who are you.

Glamour: Is there such a thing as having too many shoes, or is that not possible?

SJP: Maybe for some, but not for others. Some people exist with two pairs of shoes, and that’s perfect and right for their lives… I don’t have a whole lot of shoes. I borrow a lot of shoes, which is a really wonderful thing I’m very grateful for. I think having things that you’re not wearing seems silly—I’m not sure that accumulation is as fulfilling as people expect it to be. Having something you really love and care about [though], or having a few things that you really love and care about, is pretty great.

Glamour: Maybe that’s the best tip to the shopper—really making sure you love what you’re buying.

SJP: Yeah—more often than not, those are hard-earned dollars for that customer, and you want them to wear it and enjoy it and really love it. It has a place in their life. One pair of shoes can go on a lot of adventures!

Disclosure: MGM Resorts International paid for the author’s travel and accommodations for the purpose of writing this story.

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5 Tips That'll Make Shopping for Vintage Levis Less Intimidating


Thanks to a renewed interest in secondhand denim, most thrifting trips end up feeling like a scavenger hunt for the perfect pair of vintage Levis. Hey, the brand has been around for over a century—it’s safe to say it’s learned a thing or two about making good denim along the way. Whether you prefer your 501’s fresh from the store or would rather get them already lived in (or from Re/Done, which falls somewhere in between), the silhouette remains one of the most enduring jean styles in the public imagination—and certainly in the fashion sphere: Anne-Laure Mais of Adenorah (pictured), Leandra Medine of Man Repeller, and Tara Belle of Miss Tara Belle have all been photographed in the fit, whether the jean in question is new or vintage.

Unsurprisingly, these sightings result in serious inquiries from shoppers. Searchers for “Vintage Levi’s” on Lyst have gone up 48% from 2016 to 2017, and make up between 15-25% of all vintage-related queries on Lyst every month, according to the platform. On the resale site Poshmark, this specific type of denim also perform quite well: “Last month, Poshmark Seller Stylists listed thousands of vintage Levi’s on the platform; in parallel, we’re also seeing high demand for this category—[they] have a 50 percent sell-through rate… that’s one out of every two pairs,” says Kate Franco, the company’s Senior Director of Merchandising.

Given the pervasiveness of vintage Levi’s on the ‘gram, you’d think it would be easier to find that perfect pair—but the process actually requires a bit of research (and a few fit tests along the way). What if you want a looser fit without having it be too bulky, or maybe you want the lived-in look but still have your jeans hug your figure just so? To get to the bottom of finding our match made in denim heaven, we asked some experts for their vintage Levi’s shopping tips. Read on!

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Start With the Classic
Even if you’re not super familiar with the history of Levi Srauss & Co., odds are you know the brand’s 501 jeans. (They even have a dedicated tab on the brand’s website.) This original silhouette, with its signature button fly and legendary durability, is a recurring favorite on the secondhand market—partly because the style hasn’t really changed that much since it was introduced in 1873, so you know what you’re getting. For shoppers just embarking on their vintage denim journey, Hideya Sagawa, the store manager at Brooklyn’s Front General Store, usually starts with the 501: “We talk [with customers] and sometimes suggest to try some vintage pairs, always starting with 501’s,” she explains.

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Educate Yourself on the Different Styles
Ah, but the 501 is only the beginning! Shannon Parker of What Goes Around Comes Around explains that while the 501 is perhaps the most classic and universally beloved of the silhouettes, there are plenty of others that are just as desirable: There’s the 505 zipper, which has “a tighter fit through the hips and legs,” and the 646 bell-bottoms, which date back to the 1970s and are “fitted in the hips and thighs with a wide flare at the bottom.” What’s more, it’s important to note what era the style you’re eyeing is from: According to Sagawa, Levi’s 501s from the 1960s differ from those dating back to the 1980s in terms of how they fit, as the brand shifted away from work wear and more towards a fashion piece.

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Understand What Goes Into Your Denim
Levi’s has earned its reputation as a foremost purveyor of denim partly because of the durability of its jeans. Nowadays, the brand groups its denim into three tiers: good (which is sold at retailers like Macy’s), better (styles stocked at its brick-and-mortar outposts), and best (jeans from its Vintage and Made & Crafted lines). That last category draws from the company’s archive and picks out the most beloved features of its vintage styles, according to Michael Glasmacher, a manager at Levi’s Meatpacking District store in New York—with durability and make being the most important features in the “best” category. “These jeans are constructed to withstand wear and tear,” he says. Understanding the popularity of the brand in the secondhand market, Levi’s also sells styles crafted out of its own vintage denim in its stores; these are called Lot, Stock, and Barrel jeans—and, if you want that authentic vintage feel without necessarily sifting through the infinite racks of denim at the thrift store, they’re a pretty good bet.

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Forget “Traditional” Sizing
If you really want to find that perfect fit, you needn’t concern yourself with traditional sizing, according to our experts. “It’s very important to realize that vintage Levis don’t have stretch like most of the modern jeans and that sizing can be misleading,” says Parker. “Know that the original tag size has most likely shrunk a size or two.” (Another thing to keep an eye out, according to Sagawa, is whether the style you’re trying on is a “student cut,” as those tend to be narrower around the hips than the traditional “adult” sizes.) Parker explains that at What Goes Around Comes Around, stylists “measure the exact actual waist size of the jean to fit you properly”—so, make sure to make note of that number when browsing.

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Don’t Be Afraid to Talk to Someone
Even if you’re “just browsing,” it might be worth actually talking to a salesperson to find your match. “Our expert stylists are always there to advise on the perfect fit for the client’s body type,” says Parker; they’ll help you figure out how your preferred fit and look translates to the Levi’s archive—in the case of What Goes Around Comes Around, they literally have thousands of pairs on hand, so make sure to ask!

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