Uniqlo is the latest retailer to launch their Black Friday deals, with money off dozens of styles across womens, mens and kids categories. The Japanese street style favourite is offering a number of limited-time offers from November 21 to December 1, celebrating not only Black Friday, but their bi-annual Arigato Festival – an event launched by the clothing brand to thank their customers.
Among the deals, shoppers will be able to make savings on some of the brand’s most popular ranges. Customers can expect to find £20 off their Seamless Down styles , as well as £10 off their premium Cashmere knits.
And if the recent snowfall and dips in temperatures have left you feeling chilly, the retailer has also knocked up to £10 off their innovative Heattech collection, designed to keep wearers warm in the cold weather. From coats to base layers, to smart styles and accessories, I’ve taken a look at the Uniqlo Black Friday sale and picked out some of the top deals to shop this November.
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Uniqlo is not the only retailer to launch their Black Friday deals early. You can currently save 25% off when you use the code BF25 as part of Nobody’s Child’s early offer.
Elsewhere, Charlotte Tilbury has launched several early Black Friday deals, including a discount on its beloved Dewy Pretty Blushed Cheeks Kit. The set contains two of the brand’s best-selling products: the viral Hollywood Flawless Filter and a Cheek to Chic blush.
Plus, Stacey Solomon’s co-owned brand Rehab is offering up to 50% off its hair care heroes, a free mini brush, and a trial of its popular hair oil capsules with every order. Whether you’re looking to save of Christmas gifts, or want to update your winter wardrobe, here are my top five deals from Uniqlo for Black Friday:
Seamless Down Parka – £109.90, was £129.90
If you’re looking for a winter coat that’s as stylish as it is practical, this seamless down parka is a must. Windproof, water-repellent and lightweight, it’s made with 90% down and 10% feathers to maximise warmth, with a high fill power of over 750. Fill power is one of the indicators of down quality, so the higher the count, the more air is contained in the down, making it better at retaining heat.
The coat is made with thermal bonding instead of stitching to keep out the cold and wet. The fleece-lined pockets are a bonus for keeping hands toasty, while the hood and cushioned collar deliver extra protection from the elements around the neck.
The perfect all-weather companion, it comes in sizes XXS to XXL, and is available in six really easy to wear colours – the blue is certainly my favourite, though.
100% Cashmere Scarf – £39.90, was £49.90
I think this 100% Cashmere scarf would make a lovely Christmas gift for any family member this December. Now less than £40, it’s warm, lightweight, and luxurious, coming in 13 colours so you can find the perfect shade for your wardrobe, or a loved ones.
Having felt these in store, they’re super soft and not at all itchy nor bulky as many scarves can be, meaning you can easily tuck them inside your outer layers to keep warm and wrap them around your neck without feeling trussed up. It’s available in a range of neutral colours and brighter hues, which make it perfect for smart casual styling.
Plus, the retailer’s Cashmere gloves – now under £25 – come in the same range of shades, so you could even get matching for a chic yet functional two-part gift.
HEATTECH Easy Trousers – £34.90, was £39.90
With the recent cold weather, I’ve been struggling to find a pair of trousers to keep me warm when walking the dogs or running errands. However, Uniqlo’s Heattach Easy Trousers might just be the ultimate solution. These slip, tapered cut trousers are designed in a flattering fit, and have a cosy layer inside designed to help wearers keep warm.
The brand’s Heattech range is designed to cleverly capture the energy from moisture naturally emitted from the body and convert it to valuable warmth. Not only that, but it wicks moisture from the body to keep you dry and comfortable, and is designed to neutralise unpleasant odours caused by sweat. These particular trousers have a smartness to them, but the back reveals an elasticated waist that makes them ‘so comfortable you’ll forget you’re wearing them’.
The trousers have a 4.7 star resting from shoppers , with one commenting: “Love these trousers , the elasticated strip at the back of the waist make them super comfy. Wear them walking my dog and really good water resistance when it’s raining. “ Another added: “These are really good. They look smart but have the hidden fleecy lining. Can be dressed up or down too. Excellent trousers.“
A third penned: “This is the second pair that I bought for my mother. She doesn’t handle cold well and sometimes doesn’t even need a layer under these, they’re so warm and cosy . She feels it’s an item for people who need extra warmth in the colder part of the year. They are incredibly warm but also look really good with a less casual pair of shoes or with a coat.”
However, one gave the a four star review, claiming the quality was ‘not the same’ as a pair they’d purchased three years ago. They added: “The elastic back in the belt is sewn differently and the material inside is thinner and less cosy.”
The trousers come in four versatile colours, including grey, black, navy and olive, ranging from size XXS to XXL. You can buy them here for under £35 .
100% Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper – £89.90, was £99.90
For the men in your life, you can’t go wrong with a beautiful quality knit, and nobody does affordable luxury like Uniqlo. This Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper is so timeless, coming in six neutral shades like olive, navy and grey, with a wide size range from XXS to 3XL.
According to the brand, the yarn thickness and knit tension has been ‘perfected for a premium feel’, and has a special pilling-resistant processing. Overall, shoppers have rated the jumper 4.2 stars, with one commenting: “It’s soft and warm, and I wear a thin heattech underneath, and that’s it. It goes really well with everything. I’m a M and the M fits perfectly.”
Another added: “I live in this sweater. It is warm, soft and light. If I had the money for it I would buy the sweater in all the colours available and wear nothing else,” however, one had ‘a couple of niggles’, commenting: “The colour is darker than expected, closer to maroon, and the sleeves are too short (I have long arms).” You can shop the Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper here.
Kids Down Coat – £59.90, was £69.90
Finally, if you’re on the hunt for a winter coat for the kids for school, this down coat is a dream. Available for ages 3-13, it boasts features similar to those of the Seamless Down Parka above but with lots of additional features.
Coming in blue, cream and navy , it has a longer length, great for keeping little ones warm, with the same premium down with a fill power of 750+. Much like the adult parka, it has a water-repellent finish that offers protection from light rain, with the fabric coated in a water-repellent agent so the effect lasts.
Designed with school children in mind, it’s got ribbed cuffs help keep the wind out, a name label on the inside, and a chin guard that protects your child’s face from the slide fastener. You can shop the stylish coat here for under £60.
