Week in Review #22: A curated list of Black Friday sales for you
UPDATED 11/28 | Keeping it simple and sticking to brands and products I own, wear, use, or are on my own wishlist.
As the holiday season kicks off, so do the sales — and the overwhelm. But don’t worry, I’ve done the heavy lifting for you. This curated list of Black Friday deals focuses on brands and products I personally love and use1 — because navigating sales should feel effortless, not chaotic. Whether you’re refreshing your wardrobe, looking for thoughtful gifts, or just treating yourself, these picks are all about quality over quantity.
That said, it’s also perfectly okay to opt out of shopping altogether. Sales can feel tempting, but there will always be more opportunities in the future. If it’s not the right time for you, take a deep breath, skip the stress, and know that you’re not missing out. Let’s keep things simple and intentional, whatever that looks like for you this year.
Thought of the Week
CLARE V: LA Cool Meets Parisian Chic
Get 20% off sitewide with code LESALE. All of my picks are here in one place for you and truly you cannot go wrong. Want to dive deeper? I did an hour-long IG Live recently and I talked through tons of the bags and straps and details.
MERIT: “You smell so good! What are you wearing?!”
These are the actual words someone said to me after giving me a hug on Saturday, and of course I was thrilled because 1) we all want to smell good, right?! and 2) I recently switched perfumes for the first time in 10 years and this was officially my first compliment while wearing it.
Next logical question you have is probably, what is the perfume?! Well, you are in luck, because I’m going to tell you. It’s called Retrospect and it’s by Merit Beauty and you can use EANATALIEB20 for 20% off through 12/4. And if you’re in the market for makeup, the code will work on all of these products as well — worth checking if they have something you like, as it’s the only sale they do all year!
SOLD OUT NYC: Basically a Capsule Wardrobe
In case you missed when I share on Wednesday, my all-time favorite elevated wardrobe basics brand, Sold Out NYC, is offering 25% off some of their best products and the lineup is goooooood. Just add jeans and a coat and you’ve got a great capsule wardrobe on your hands. This is what I recommend getting before it’s gone (photos of how I style these pieces below, too!)
Racerbacks!! | They are my most-worn items in my closet. So versatile. Great for travel. Great for layering. Such a good fit. Perfect fabric. Don’t miss the black and the white ones, and there is one size left in cream, too!
Classic white tees & black tees | If you’re due for an update or have been hunting for the perfect tee for a while, now is your chance. These are so soft!
Cream linen tee | The texture and color feel so luxe, and even though it’s linen, it’s the kind of tee that works all year round.
Chocolate brown shirt | The hot color of the year! Cannot believe they marked this one down. So gorgeous.
Cream crewneck sweater | Oversized, super soft and really cozy and warm. Like a big sweatshirt you want to always have on, except it’s a really luxurious knit.
Olive linen tee & olive one shoulder dress.| These summertime favorites of mine are now 40% off!! Last chance to snag them.
NATALIE BORTON DESIGNS: Gift Card Bonus
This Black Friday, we're adding a little extra to your gifting with a digital gift card bonus — the more you spend, the more you save:
Purchase a $250 gift card, receive a $50 bonus card.
Purchase a $100 gift card, receive a $20 bonus card.
Purchase a $50 gift card, receive a $10 bonus card.
Whether it's a treat for someone else or a gift to yourself, this is the perfect way to make holiday shopping feel effortless.
Also, Abby Alley and I had a few Mara Bags that didn’t quite pass our quality check, so we are offering a discount on those! Shop the “perfectly imperfect” bags here >
P.S. Don’t miss out on our Baseball Caps — they are really cute and selling fast.
SALTYFACE: Summer in a Bottle
I’ve never been into self-tanners until I was introduced to Saltyface. Their formulations are intentional and contain minimal, clean ingredients that are safe for all skin types, sourced and formulated with the highest standards. All of their products are 100% vegan and cruelty free, and they strictly adhere to The Credo Clean Standard, EWG Skin Deep, and are goop approved.
Starts Friday, 11/29 — here are 3 things not to miss:
Summer Skin Gift Set | Wrapped in their limited edition 2024 Saltyface Gift box and The Everywhere Bag (which is my favorite toiletries bag and only available as part of their sets right now!). Includes Tanning Water, Mist Top, and Tanning Brush for an effortless, subtle glow to maintain your summer skin through the Winter season. I wear the shade Medium/Dark.
Basic Tanning Set | Includes everything you need for an effortless face application; their Tanning Water for face, the Mist Top for your Tanning Water and the Tanning Brush for face (makes application way easier).
Complete Tanning Set | The same as above, plus the Tanning Foam for your body & the applicator brush.
FREDA SALVADOR: All of My Favorite Shoes
I own & love every single one of these, and they are all 25% off right now.
ELBA Penny Loafers in Hickory Croc (and don’t miss the waitlist for the NBD x Freda Salvador Loafer Charms!!)
HEIDI Woven Ankle Boots in Black
AUBREY Mary Janes in Gold
ROMA Ballet Flats in Umber
JADA Ballet Flats in Latte
OZMA: Luxe & Earthy Basics
Ozma is offering 25% off all items in the Black Friday Collection, discount automatically applied at checkout. Note that all sales are final, but exchanges and returns for store credit are okay. See my picks in one place here, or click on the specific links below.
Oversized Trench in Rust | on my wishlist
Quilted Coat in Black and Natural | on my wishlist
Penny Cardigan in Cream | on my wishlist
Lia Top | on my wishlist
Lou Tee | I have this in coffee, black & natural and wear them so much!
JANESSA LEONÉ: Perfect Regenerative Sweater
They quietly launched their 30% off sale, discount automatically applied at checkout. You can see everything included here, but I have one pick I don’t want you to miss…
100% Regenerative Shaniko Wool Knit | I went up a size in this one and I'm glad I did. Perfectly oversized and effortlessly cool. Also comes in other colors, but I really love this dark brown color!
Looking for a few other items to check out from their sale? Here you go…
Packable Raffia Straw Bucket Hat | The only straw hat I travel with — so easy to pack and a great size that's not too wide of a brim but definitely keeps your face in the shade.
Ultra-Soft Oversized Alpaca Wool Knit | If I lived somewhere cold, this would be a daily essential. I love the oatmeal color, but it also comes in a light gray.
Hat Carrier Straw Handbag | The smartest way to carry a wide brim hat when you're traveling, and the design is so perfectly minimalist and chic.
Hope you have a great weekend — until next time!
xx
Natalie
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Natalie, which wash do you have in the Ayla Jean? Ty!