If you rank some of life’s most exciting experiences, what would you include? Maybe securing a reservation at the hottest restaurant or traveling to a buzzy destination. I won’t deny both of those activities are life-altering, but admittedly, I find nothing more thrilling than finding discounted designer items. Maybe I’m delusional, but nothing is more exhilarating than securing the season’s hottest handbag for a steal or finding a deal on a pair of designer sandals. Sure, shopping for affordable luxury items may not be as life-changing as other activities, but you can’t deny that these items are something we can wear in our everyday lives, making them just as influential, if not more. There’s no shame in finding a sliver of joy in sale shopping, especially when there are plenty currently happening.
We’ve officially reached the peak of sale season, and multiple luxury retailers are putting on summer sales, including Ssense, Net-a-Porter, Moda Operandi, Fwrd, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, and Nordstrom. Basically, this time of year is the fashion person’s equivalent of an adrenaline rush. In all of the excitement, it can be easy to buy things that you might later regret. Luckily, I’ve got you covered. Out of service and a bit of self-interest, I’ve spent hours scouring the sale sections of a few retailers in search of the best deals on luxury items. Ahead, you’ll find a curation of the 42 best luxury designer sale finds of the summer. These discounted designer pieces may cause euphoria. Proceed cautiously.
Marge Sherwood
Beige Large Bag
The shape of this shoulder bag? *Chef’s kiss.*
CAROLINE CONSTAS
Orella Dress
The contrasting trim on the bodice of this dress is so chic.
PROENZA SCHOULER
Twisted Glossed-Leather Sandals
Strappy sandals on sale? Say no more.
Gucci
Black Oval Acetate Sunglasses
You’ll wear these way more than you can count.
REMAIN
Leather Oversized Jacket
It’s never too early to start shopping for the fall.
St. Agni
Double-Layer Tencel Knit Top
Not your typical tank top.
Designer belts are the easiest way to add a dash of luxury to your wardrobe.
AGOLDE
Criss Cross Straight Leg
Cool jeans on sale? Count me in.
By Malene Birger
Adrienna Single-Breasted Twill Jacket
Oh, the waistline is snatched on this blazer.
VERONICA BEARD
Lagarde Pleated Crepe Wide-Leg Pants
Every wardrobe needs a pair of white trousers.
Peter Do
Napa Ankle-Strap Mule Sandals
Jennifer Behr
Rio Rhodium-Plated Earrings
These earrings look like they should be hanging on a museum wall.
Courrèges
Hyperbole 90’s Rib Long Dress
For when the dress code on the invitation says black tie.
Benedetta Bruzziches
Vitty Grande Napa Leather Shoulder Bag
She’s beggin’ for a night out on the town.
Jil Sander
35mm T-Bar Leather Sandals
Anna October
Florence Draped Top
GRLFRND
The Trouser Midi Skirt
It doesn’t get more posh than a pencil skirt, IMHO.
The Row
Maud Sandal in Leather
These sandals are sure to sell out quickly.
Sure, it’s too hot to wear this now, but you better believe I’m busting this out the minute it’s cold again.
SIR
Aries Halter Mini Dress
Transition this silk dress into the fall season by styling it with knee-high boots and a long coat.
STAUD
Wally Lizard-Effect Leather Knee Boots
Come fall, you’ll be so grateful you got these cute boots.
JACQUEMUS
Brown Les Sculptures Le Bisou Perle Bag
Incorporate a pop of animal print into your wardrobe.
FRAME
The 1978 High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans
Now’s your chance to secure a pair of classic jeans.
Ferragamo
Era 85MM Patent Leather Mules
These are so hot I might have to go to the hospital for second-degree burns.
Alighieri
Silver The Abundant Dream Hoop Earrings
These earrings are compliment magnets.
Helsa
Cotton Poplin Stripe Oversized
You can wear this to work or for a weekend getaway.
LUAR
Small Ana Leather Top Handle Bag
A cool bag for a cool girl. Yes, you!
Beare Park
Tailored Wool Shorts
Toteme
The Leather Mule Pumps
Minimalists, these mules were made for you.
LOEWE
Oval Mask Sunglasses
Main character energy, embodied.
The Frankie Shop
Gray Gelso Vest
Styling tip: Size up your waistcoat if you want to look even cooler.
Puppets and Puppets
Cookie Mini Bag
Loulou Studio
Black Idai Trousers
The styling possibilities of these trousers are endless.
Maison Margiela
Black Tabi Mary-Jane Heels
Ludovic de Saint Sernin
Easy Cleavage Top
Y/Project
Belt Leather Mini Skirt
GANNI
Black Mid Shaft Embroidered Western Boots
Isabel Marant
Cadix Mini Bag
Summer isn’t complete without a cute woven tote bag.
Nia Thomas
Sade Crocheted Cotton Maxi Dress
Consider this your sign—it’s time to book that vacation.
Tory Burch
Patos Leather Sandals
Multiple Who What Wear editors have these, so you know they’re good.