

Soon the rest of the UK caught on to the potential pre-Christmas profit and the rest is history.

Supermarket Asda was next, creating some serious fuss (and physical fights, for real) with huge discounts on TVs and tech in-store.

FYI, it's always been manic AF, that's why we prefer to shop online from the smug comfort of our homes.Īmazon was the first retailer to bring Black Friday over to the UK, offering customers online discounts and deals on the same day as the sales in the US. The term 'Black Friday' wasn't officially coined until years later, with the event becoming more of a thang during the big capitalist years of the '80s (ya know, Working Girl, Wall Street bankers and, um, all the independent ladies reading Cosmopolitan).
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What even is Black Friday?īlack Friday kickstarted in '30s America when the department store Macy's cashed in on the annual Thanksgiving Day parade (if you love Gossip Girl, you'll remember Dan and Serena watching it on TV in season six). Um, yes! Although it doesn't call the sale Black Friday, exactly, but its bi-annual sale (yes, there are only two a year, sadly). Finally, inclusive controlwear that felt body positive! Not to mention freeing, this stuff is so stretchy it's actually more comfortable than you might think – in short, it really works. People were sceptical at first, but when she burst on the scene with her shapewear, in an impressive array of nudes (we're talking nine shades, baby) and sizes ranging from XXS to XXXXXL, they soon changed their minds.
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View full post on Instagram What is SKIMS?įor those who've been hiding under a rock for the past two years, SKIMS is the intimates brand created by the one and only Kim Kardashian. To make your life that lil' bit easier come Black Friday, we've put together a cheeky edit of our Fashion Editor-trialled favourite SKIMS pieces, to help you make those all-important decisions. In-store pickup and alterations services available.
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Shipping is always free and returns are accepted at any location. Tbf, it did have a waitlist of over half a million for a while – maybe they haven't had a chance to discount as there's never any in stock. Find the latest selection of Women's SKIMS in-store or online at Nordstrom. What does that mean exactly? Well, a lineup of underwear, loungewear and shapewear essentials alongside the brands 'Cozy' collection, which is rarely ever on sale. If this year is anything like 2022, we're expecting the brand's best-selling collections could be discounted by up to 40%. SHOP SKIMS NOW SKIMS' Black Friday 2023 offering: And it sure as hell comes through when it finally graces us with such an event: last year SKIMS fans could get 40% off the brand's bestsellers, including the shapewear our fashion editors REALLY rate. It's a big deal, this whole November discounting thing, because SKIMS only puts on two sales per year. Yup, looks like Kim Kardashian is a powerhouse in more than one way because her shapewear label (which has recently expanded to a lot more) is legit amazing. These SKIMS dupes are almost just as good as the original pieces.We're so glad the SKIMS Black Friday sale is a thing because we're officially *obsessed* with the brand. So give your wardrobe the refresh it deserves. You’ll find spot-on pieces that’ll even make you a double-take (we know we sure did) for some of the most trendy items from the brand, including the oh-so-flattering black soft lounge long sleeve maxi dress and the sculpting mid-thigh bodysuit. The best part? Most of the styles come in various colors and prints, so you can stock up on your favorites without having to spend all your coins. If you're in the market for more affordable alternatives, these are the SKIMS dupes that rave reviewers and TikTok'ers say could pass as the real thing.įrom popular SKIMS bodysuits, shapewear, T-shirts, comfy bralettes, leggings, cute matching lounge sets, and thongs, every find on this list is under $55. Everyone from celebrities to influencers (looking at you, Selena Gomez, Addison Rae) and even our own editors (they especially love the SKIMS Fits Everybody collection) can’t get over how good the brand's quality is and how flattering it looks on all body types. Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS line has a cult following thanks to its comfy, body-hugging everyday basics and intimates.
