Summer's Over </3
But let the end of summer sales begin
Hi! This is a far departure from my last piece, but if anything, I am consistent. Because this Substack has consistently been 50% my feelings and 50% shopping guides.
What a summer it’s been. It feels as though everyone I know has been equally divided into two different camps: Burning Man and back to school pick ups / drop offs. I am in neither. I’m blissfully savoring late summer in LA, where it’s actually hot enough to go out at night without a jacket and people are actually out and it’s actually kind of fun.
We don’t quite transition to Fall around here, and we all know it’s about to get even warmer in September (like clockwork). So for all my LA girls and eternal summer lovers, this one is for you. Collect all the summer staples while the sales are ripe, because it’s not cooling down anytime soon. Summer may be ending, but it’s always an endless summer around here.
The emotional essays will return shortly, but in the meantime, happy shopping
xoxo Cat
Wardrobe
Alex Mill end of summer sale has some great year round pieces like this $53 t-shirts, a $27 tank, a crewneck sweater, and crisp button up in green (love this color). All their pieces are so comfortable and well made. I wear Alex Mill every week!
Cos end of summer sale includes one of my favorite boxy tees, this cropped trench coat cape, this chic boat neck t-shirt.
Eberjey makes my favorite pajamas. I’ve been rotating between this set and this set all summer. My fall and winter rotation is their classic Gisele Set. I will ride for Eberjey forever!! Code: CAT10
Frame end of summer sale is always filled with chic pieces.
Freda Salvador is up to 70% off. I have these sandals in the heel version and can’t believe they are on sale for $89! Code: CAT10
J.Crew major sale includes on my most worn dresses. And these black leather ankle boots and the chocolate suede boots are perfect.
Jenni Kayne is 20% off sitewide. The cashmere sweaters really are that good. Now would be the time to stock up. I bought my first one seven years ago and still wear that same one (+ many new ones) to this day. My most used daily bag, a date night bag that goes with everything.
Levi’s is 30% off sitewide.
Madewell is having a major sale and the code: longweekend
Moda Operandi has deep discounts on the most gorgeous dresses and shoes. Definitely look for wedding guest dresses!
Monday Swimwear is 30% off select colors and these are my favorite cuts that I wear and love: the Hanalei Top, Hanalei Bottom, and Palma Bottom.
Net-a-Porter sale is also the best for wedding guest dresses and fun shoes.
Ssense sale is major. The Khaite black suede Chelsea boot is 60% off. The Khaite Black Marfa boot is 50% off! These Toteme boots are 60% off and so are these! A great place for fun Adidas colorways. Hello so many Jimmy Choos on sale. Basically, go browse the sale section.
Vince is offering an extra 25% off sale. The perfect time to stock up on high quality basics. Code: LD25
Beauty and Wellness
BodyBio is 20% off sitewide. I’ve been using BodyBio’s products for 12+ years. PC and their electrolytes are in my daily rotation. Their IG breaks down their products in a very digestible way, but my learning is that their PC is one of the only products on the market that truly targets cellular health and detox. I grew up with the family who started this company and can vouch that it’s the best of the best.
Manucurist is 20% off sitewide. I use the Active Smooth 00, which is the best sheer nude. I started buying these as gifts for my girlfriends because everyone wants them! My girlfriends love the gel version too.
Nécessaire is 20% off sitewide. The lip balm, fragrance-free deodorant, and Eucalyptus body wash are in my daily rotation. I always struggled switching over to non-toxic deodorant and this is the first one that didn’t leave me burning. And I love how big the body wash is, I’ve been using it all summer and not even halfway through the bottle!
Nutrafol is 20% off a subscription — and that’s the only way you can really go. You have to be consistent in taking it. It personally worked for me and I still take the four pills every day!
Oak Essentials is 20% off sitewide. I use the exfoliating face wash after all my workouts for an extra clean scrub.
OSEA is offering full size products as gift with purchase. I don’t go a day without using multiple OSEA products. I use these daily and travel with them: body oil, body lotion, night cream, ocean cleanser. I use the body butter when I need that extra hydration (after the beach, always before a date, and allll winter long). Code: CATCHEN10
Perelel is 20% off sitewide. I take the Hormonal Balance Support every day <3
RŌZ is offering a bundle and save deal. I am a die hard ROZ girl. These are the products I cannot live without: shampoo + conditioner, root lift spray, hair serum. Code: CAT15
Home
Frontgate is on major sale. These are the towels I will never stop talking about. I have the color ‘chiffon’ in the bath sheet, bath towel, hand towel, and face towel. They are so lux and fluffy and actually absorb.
Lulu and Georgia is 25% sitewide
Material Kitchen is 25% sitewide. I use these products daily: Trio of Knives and Stand, the Mini Board, the Coated Pan. Code: SUNSET25
Mill Food Recycler is $125 off. This is a game changer for me. I’ve learned so much about food waste lately and this is such an easy habit we can all adapt into our daily routines. Did you know 60% of food waste comes from households? Little of me has already accumulated 50lbs of food waste since I started using the Mill in late May. It’s odorless and grinds the food scraps quitely overnight, like a dishwasher. I put the grounds directly into my garden. I can never live without this now.
Parachute is 20% off sitewide. Linen sheets forever.
Shoppe Amber Interiors is 20% off sitewide. My alma mater! They have the best decor, furniture, and the new curtain line with Everhem is soo cute. I own the Riviera Sofa, but you should check out all the furniture. Code: longweekend
Misc but important
Away is having a major sale. I exclusively travel with the Carry On Flex, the Medium, and the Trunk all in Tango Red!
REI’s end of summer sale. A great time to stock up on winter layers for all my active friends. Lots of good Patagonia!
Everyday Dose is on sale! My favorite coffee alternative that I drink in rotation with matcha and hojicha is on sale. It’s much better for my gut and I don’t get jittery. I love it!
I’ll continue to add to this list as I see the sales roll in! xoxo
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