I Stalked the End-of-Summer Sales—These 31 Discounted Finds Blew Me Away

Summer’s warmth and whimsy are coming to a close to make space for fall—at least when it comes to clothing retailers. While I’ll miss the sun’s heat in the park and enjoying the outdoors without a sweater, the one good thing about saying goodbye to summer is the end-of-summersales. I’ve had items living in my cart, just itching to click checkout, but I’m a responsible young adult (most of the time), and I waited patiently for these sales to start.

The verdict following my exhaustive search of the end-of-summer sales is that some of the best sale items can be found on retailers likeNet-a-Porter andSSENSE for a splurge, and others, such as Madewell,Nordstrom,Revolve, andShopbop, for more affordable and mid-price-range sales. Most items I found are up to 50% off, including designer pieces. I actually even gasped a few times at the steals I saw. With the new season approaching, I thought I’d give my closet a much-needed zhuzh with pieces that are marked down, and figured you might too. From cocktail attire to basics, keep scrolling to find an item that might fit your wardrobe, splurge on an item or two, or add some elegant pieces to your closet.

Madewell

Sleeveless Boatneck Side Slit Tee

Carhartt Work In Progress

Blue Arca Denim Jacket

I rarely see cropped denim jackets anymore, this one has a chic utiility vibe.

Citizens of Humanity

Marcelle Low Rise Barrel Cargo Jeans

A trusty pair dark wash jeans just entered the chat.

Madewell

The Simone Kitten-Heel Slingback Pumps

A fiery red shoe for a pop of color.

Heaven Mayhem

Bunch Earrings

Guaranteed to make all of your outfits chicer.

AGOLDE

Dame High Waist Wide Leg Jeans

This wash of jeans is so Americana.

Reebok

Classic Nylon Escape Sneakers

A new, stylish go-to sneaker is always on my shopping list.

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Tailored Vest Top

This top could also work as a layering piece.

Desigual

Faux Leather Shoulder Bag

Silver grommets on a black bag look so cool.

Róhe

Off Shoulder Light Scuba Dress

This dress for a friend's wedding or for a gala event is speaking to me.

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Beaded Tulle Mini Dress

This is such a steal, and a great cocktail dress.

I love a basic top with an added textured detail.

MORE TO COME

Caliste Bubble Dress

This whimsical dress made me love the bubble hem again.

Isabel Marant

Zohra Blouse

I almost splurged full-price, I'm so glad I didn't.

I love the tie detail of this tank top.

Marques' Almeida

Heavy Satin Sleeveless Fitted Draped Top

Asymmetrical tops made from a rich satin fabric just screams chic.

Khaite X Oliver Peoples

1966c Rectangular Sunglasses

Tortoise shell sunglasses never get old.

ASTR the Label

Laryn Skirt

Big button details are my weakness.

ST. AGNI

Organic Denim Maxi Skirt

Sometimes, a simple denim skirt is just necessary, and especially for this price.

Zimmermann

August Halter Mini Dress

I can't get enough of this halter neckline.

Espresso brown shoulder bags are so in.

FAITHFULL

Lenza Woven Wide-Leg Pants

Pants you'll wear during the fall, too.

This dress has everything I'm looking for, from the knit texture to the layering, and color blocking.

H&M

Coated Zip-Front Skirt

Sometimes, you just need an A-line skirt with a zipper.

STAUD

Luca Cropped Cotton-Blend Twill Wide-Leg Pants

Army green cropped pants, no notes.

Wardrobe.nyc

Low Rise Shorts

It's not too late to get a pair of breezy shorts.

LOULOU DE SAISON

Sbiru Pleated Wool Wide-Leg Pants

Pleated lightweight pants are always a plus.

Tom Ford

Amor Cutout Earrings

These cutout earrings have been on my mind for quite some time.