Best finds from the men’s fashion sales this week

Savvy shopping in the men’s sales is easier said than done. In years gone by, even the best of us have blindly added to cart only for our purchases to hang dormant in our wardrobes with scarcely more than a single outing behind them (typed while staring longingly at the impulse-bought fedora that was never really going to make me a hat person). That said, if you know what you’re looking for, the best men’s clothing sales can provide ample opportunity to build a comprehensive capsule that’ll keep you stylish in the year to come.

The key is not to be drawn to trends on their way out. These bolder pieces might have been on your wish list in the months previous, but they’ve found their way to the bargain bin for good reason. Search instead for layering classics, essential accessories, and stalwarts such as plain button-up shirts and versatile tailoring.

And, at the risk of sounding like an estate agent telling you to look at “the potential” of an otherwise falling apart two-up two-down, a bit of foresight goes a long way. Generally speaking, in the height of summer, it’s unlikely you’ll find a pair of swim shorts you’ll actually want to wear in a men’s sale, but come December you might just get lucky. The same tends to apply to shorts, bowling shirts, and shades at this time of year.

The best men’s sales to shop

Many of our favourite online shopping destinations are holding sales right now, or are at least adding product to their ongoing archive sales. Here’s GQ‘s definitive list of the highlights to shop right now:

What should I know before shopping the online menswear sales?

As far as we’re concerned, shopping the sales is a fine art. It’s for this reason that we’ve curated our own selection of the best bargains across the very best brands the United Kingdom has to offer.

That said, if you’re looking for a technique, we’d suggest you begin with a clear idea of your own aesthetic as well as what you might be open to seeing. The menswear sales are a great time to experiment with a new look, and we’ll be honest, we’re not opposed to using a mood board pre-shopping just to nail down the vibe that we’re looking to fulfil. Never, ever, underestimate the power of a thorough Pinterest perusal.

What should I look for in the menswear sales?

Well, it depends on what season you’re shopping in. That said, we’d say that you mainly want to shop one of two things; investment statement pieces (the kind that pull an outfit together in one move), or wardrobe basics that’ll get re-worn over and over again.