The pieces our we're looking out for in SKIMS' Black Friday sale
We're so glad the SKIMS Black Friday sale is a thing because we're officially obsessed with the brand. Yup, looks like Kim Kardashian is a powerhouse in more than one way because her shapewear label (which has quickly expanded to much more) is legit amazing.
It's a big deal, this whole November discounting thing, because SKIMS only puts on two sales per year. And it sure as hell comes through when graces us with such an event: right now you can get up to 40% off the brand's bestsellers, including the shapewear our fashion editors REALLY rate.
SKIMS' Black Friday 2022 offering:
For a limited time, the brand's best-selling collections will be discounted by up to 40%.
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. (Tbf, it did have a waitlist of over half a million for a while, they haven't really had a chance to discount since there's never any in stock).
We thought we'd put together a lil' edit of our Fashion Editor-trialled SKIMS pieces, to help you make decisions this Black Friday.
'If you only buy one thing, make it shapewear,' says our eCommerce Editor Abigail Southan. 'It's a close call to find the best bit of the range, but the sculpting bodysuit is one of the brand's hero pieces. Whereas some control bodysuits can thicken at the waist, this one creates an hourglass shape without feeling restricted. It's difficult to get on, FYI, but it made me want to wear bodycon and bias-cut dresses again...something I never thought I would do after 2012!'
If you have a pair of control knickers lurking in the back of your underwear drawer that only come out to play when you're in head-to-toe bodycon, things are about to change. SKIMS are LEGIT comfy, so they're basically designed to be worn every day (it's up to you, obvs, we're just saying it's an option).
Beyond that, Kim K has really rocked our world with her recent capsule collection for Team USA at the Olympics and of course, the SKIMS X Fendi collab. There's also a sleepwear line, the brand's signature fleecy loungewear and some cute Christmas onesies.
What is SKIMS?
For 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. 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. 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.
Does SKIMS take part in Black Friday?
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).
What even is Black Friday?
Black 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).
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). FYI, it's always been manic AF, that's why we prefer to shop online from the smug comfort of our homes.
Amazon 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. Supermarket Asda was next, creating some serious fuss (and physical fights, for real) with huge discounts on TVs and tech in-store.
Soon the rest of the UK caught on to the potential pre-Christmas profit and the rest is history.
When is SKIMS' Black Friday sale 2022?
Black Friday falls on the 25th November this year, but luckily for us SKIMS has kicked off the discounting a lil' earlier this year (a whole three days before actual BF that is).
Does SKIMS take part in Cyber Monday?
Technically, yes. Although don't expect anything different on Monday – usually fashion brands just extend their Black Friday deals.
How much is SKIMS' delivery on Black Friday?
Most people do their Black Friday shopping online, so delivery is an important consideration. We recommend drawing up a wishlist now so you don't do multiple orders on the big day – it's not great for your carbon footprint, ppl.
Because SKIMS is a US based brand, international shipping is a little bit pricey so we recommend stocking up on all your favourite basics on Black Friday in order to get your money's worth.
SKIMS charges £10 for standard delivery which will take 10-18 business days to reach you. Or if you need it immediately (we're not judging), opt for the express shipping priced at £15. Plus, if you spend over £100 on your order the brand will throw in free shipping – talk about a good deal!
What other deals should I shop in the Black Friday sales?
H&M's Black Friday sale has started early with 30% of partywear pieces now – find out more here.
Pandora is offering fans of the jewellery brand some pretty impressive deals this year – find out more about the discounts here.
AllSaints launched its Black Friday sale a whole week before the official day and is offering customers 30% off everything – find out what we're shopping here.
Monica Vinader has 30% off everything on its site plus an impressive 50% off in the brand's daily flash sales – here's what's on our wishlist for 2022.
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