If you know me, you know that I know my way around a good sale, and holiday sale season is my time to shine. When I was younger (and shopping in malls was still a thing), my sisters, mother, and I would wake up early on Black Friday and run to all the great deals we could get. See, I come from a long line of smart shoppers, my mom has always told me "If you love something, be patient—it always goes on sale." Now my time has come, and I have been patiently waiting to load up on a haul of great new denim and shoes. J. Crew, Nordstrom, and Madewell have been at the top of my list when it comes to retailers that my wardrobe is yearning for.
Nordstrom has always been a go-to for me when it comes to shopping for denim, and lately, I have been obsessed with all things J. Crew. So I rounded up 30 of the best shoes and jeans that are already on sale pre–Black Friday, so you can get your deals even sooner.
Keep scrolling to see which sale shoes and jeans I'm obsessed with.
These jeans give me French-girl vibes.
I love these sneakers. Great for running errands.
I have these and they're so chic and comfortable.
I love a good boot-cut pair of jeans.
I'm so into these Mary Janes.
How cute are these ballet flats?
A classic pair of high-waisted "dad" jeans.
A good pair of skinny dark denim is always a good idea.
Perfect with ankle booties.
Winter weather–ready.
These are a classic.
Love the wash on these.
How cool are these croc-embossed leather loafers?
These are great everyday jeans.
I love the color of these loafers.
Who doesn't love straight-leg jeans?
I love knee-high boots. These are gorgeous.
Under $100? I'm obsessed.
These are stunning.
Okay, I need these in my closet ASAP.
These are essential for fall and winter.
So flattering.
Party platforms.
This wash is perfect for daytime.
Your new favorite house slippers.
A little distressing here and there never hurt anyone.
A great mule for the holidays.
Wide legs are a must-have.
AG jeans are one of my favorite brands for denim.
Classic, cool, and flattering.
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