Tag: Black Friday

Did You Go To The Stores On Black Friday?

Louis Vuitton 5th Avenue

So, Black Friday came and left. Did you go out to stores on Black Friday or just shop online? According to Adobe, U.S. consumers spent a record $6.1 billion online up 8.8% from last year’s $5.6 billion. I know I’ve been shopping online for years now with an occasional trip to a store. Some retail stores have been promoting in-store only merchandise to drive foot traffic but mostly, shoppers seem to be online. Cyber Monday sales totaled about $13.3 billion with a whole cyber week that followed.

Credit card debt continues to soar to $1.17 trillion during the third quarter with a buy-now pay later mind frame. It marks the highest level on record since 2003. Did you buy your gifts on a credit card? All of this shopping is great for the economy but Black Friday in-store shopping just doesn’t generate the huge crowds of the past as many retailers ran promotions well ahead of Black Friday.

What is the future for holiday shopping? Sheerine Reid, senior director of commerce marketing at Coveo, said “AI… enables personalized product discovery and providing tailored recommendations through rich content. Specialized gift guides can help shoppers find the perfect items for everyone on their list, but with AI, you can go even further and start to understand a shopper’s intent, much like an in-store associate would.” With rise of AI and e-commerce, those Black Friday in-store fights might come to an end soon. What do you think?

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Frances Knowles

Black Friday Deals 2024

Good morning! How was your Turkey Day? We cooked smothered turkey wings, mac-n-cheese, collard greens, string beans, stuffing and candied yams and I am still full! I also got a gift of chitlins over rice, excited to have them (yea, I eat them lol). Anyway, it’s Black Friday and the deals are plentiful. Check out some of the online deals from my advertisers below.

  1. Eraldo up to 50% off
  2. Tiziana Fausti up to 50% off
  3. Bernardelli Stores up to 50% off
  4. Residenza 725 up to 45% off using the code EXTRABF45
  5. Proenza Schouler up to 50% off
  6. Neiman Marcus up to $500 off with code THANKFUL
  7. Nordstrom up to 60% off
  8. FarFetch extra 20% off 

Happy shopping!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles

Future of E-Commerce

So, years ago I said I wanted my own brick and mortar store to sell some of my designs and art merchandise. Well, I am not upset that I never opened a store (not to say it might not be in my future) but for now, e-commerce is great.

Did you know that by 2026, 24% of retail purchases will be done online?  The global e-commerce market is expected to total over $8.1 trillion dollars by 2026. No one can argue that online shopping isn’t easy even though folks abandon their shopping carts over shipping fees or slow delivery times. Amazon has the highest market share of all e-commerce accounting for about 38% of all online sales. Next come Walmart, eBay and Target.1

I’m almost positive that 2020’s Covid epidemic also boosted online sales as many people tried to avoid interacting with others. And, of course, Cyber Monday and Black Friday seriously grows every year. Last year, Adobe Analytics reported a record $9.8 billion in Black Friday sales and $12.4 billion for Cyber Monday.2 Anyone selling anything these days would be foolish not to also sell online.

Now, don’t get me wrong, the in-store experience will always be there. Trying things on, having a sales associate fetch a different size or help style you will always have its appeal. But as we go about this thing called life, I would have to say, getting a package in the mail excites me just as much or even more than going into stores. What do you prefer?

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Frances Knowles

  1. Baluch, A. 2023, Feb. 8. 38 E-Commerce Statistics Of 2023. Forbes. 
  2. Masters, K. 2023, Nov 29. 6 Trends That Shaped 2023’s Black Friday- Cyber Monday Results. Forbes.

Black Leather Mini Skirts and Cyber Monday Sales

Happy Cyber Monday! Ive been a little busy and full of Thanksgiving dinner! We cooked a 5 cheese mac and cheese, slow-roated smothered turkey wings, collard greens, leek and garlic mashed potatoes, yams, and stuffing. So, have you been shopping this holiday weekend? There are still some great sales from Black Friday but some even better for Cyber Monday.

Anyway, recently I wore an all black leather ensemble. An Alice and Olivia skirt with gold details, a Bailey 44 leather top and Christian Louboutin heels. Black leather skirts are a staple for your wardrobe especially in the Fall or Winter. Check out some similar styles available through Neiman Marcus’ Cyber Monday sale above.

    1. Fashion shop, almost everything on sale
    2. Redbubble shop 60 % off
    3. Forzieri Cyber Week 20% off with code 20BLACKFRIDAY
    4. Isabel Marant up to 60% off
    5. Coltorti Boutique 45% off Fall/Winter 23 collection with code EXTRACW45
    6. Desigual everything 60% off
    7. Nordstrom Cyber Monday
    8. Neiman Marcus Cyber Monday gift card event
    9. Proenza Schouler End of Season sale

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles

Thanksgiving + Black Friday

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours today! I am watching the National Dog Show and getting some food together. Made some delicious cinnamon rolls last night. What are you guys up to today? Whatever you do, make sure that you tell those loved ones what they mean to you as every day is not promised. Anyway, tomorrow is Black Friday and almost everyone is having a sale! Catch some of these deals below.

    1.  1. Coltorti: Black Friday 40% OFF FW22 with code EXTRA40
    2.  2.  Proenza Schouler End of Season Sale up to 40% off
    3.  3.  Neiman Marcus Black Friday Shopping Receive $50 off $200, $100 off $400, $250 off $1000 and $500 off $2000 with the code       THANKFUL 
    4.  4. Nordstrom Black Friday deals up to 60% off 

Enjoy!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Black Friday Deals

Happy Black Friday! Deals on deals…sales and discounts all over the place. Don’t wait until the last minute, what you want may be gone. So, check these out below.

    1. Proenza Schouler up to 40% off
    2. Coltorti Boutique to 40% off
    3. Steve Madden Get 35% Off Sitewide, plus up to 50% off Select Styles! Use code BF2020 at checkout.
    4. Neiman Marcus up to 75% off
    5. Walmart 45% off toys 30% off home stock up and save
    6. Forzieri up to 50% off luxury
    7. Nordstrom up to 50% off and an extra 25% off on clearance items
    8. Farfetch up to 50% off with an extra 20 % off on Black Friday

Enjoy!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Black Friday Deals 2019

Hope y’all had a great Thanksgiving! I was in a food coma yesterday. Black Friday is upon us and I just had to share these deals for the day! Check them out below.

  1. Coltorti Boutique– 15% off Fall/Winter 2019 Collections and previous 
  2. Steve Madden- up to 50% regular priced merchandise. Use Code BF2019
  3. ModaOperandi- (one of my faves) shop up to 50% off plus an additional 30% off with the code X30 
  4. Neiman Marcus- enjoy up to 65% off plus an extra 33% off select merchandise 
  5. Nordstrom- save up to 50% off on gifts
  6. Walmart- get your holiday decorations
  7. FARFETCH- shop sale up to 50% off 
  8. Lastly, some of your favorite items in the fashion shop are on sale!

Happy hunting!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Black Friday Deals 2018

So I ate a bit too much turkey and pie yesterday so this post is a little late but are you out taking advantage of these Black Friday deals? Some of the best ones are online! Check them out:

1. NA-KD– Use the code BLACKWEEK until Monday for 30% off

2. House of Holland – 10 pounds of 100 pounds using code GIVEUSATENNER

3. Steve Madden – 35% off for all loyalty members and free 2 day shipping with the code GIFT, ends 11/25

4. ModaOperandi– Designer sale up to 50% off

5. J Brand– Use the code FRIDAY30 for 30% off

6. Nordstrom– Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale up to 60% off

7. FARFETCH –Extra 20% off sale items with code X20BF

8. Revolve– Black Friday sale until tomorrow up to 65% off

Happy hunting!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

 

Black Friday Deals and an Army Green Dress

Happy Black Friday! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving day, I sure did. I just love wearing this army green dress and my fringe sandals from Steve Madden (similar Kenneth Cole here). I found this dress at a small boutique in Soho a couple of years ago but here’s a similar one from Michael Stars. I’ve had this Veda leather jacket for years, it’s perfect to throw on when the temperature dips. Layer underneath for more warmth. 

I’m missing New York as we speak but I don’t miss the cold weather! Anyway, check out these amazing Black Friday deals and shop till you drop this weekend!

Photo Credit: Mariya Nicole Photography

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles