What to shop in October 2021: puffer shoes, baggy jeans, and more
Tip: Stock up on discounted winter wear at the end of the season when retailers are trying to move out old inventory for spring collections. For those who can't wait that long, score plenty of deals on cold-weather comforts at the frontend of the season, too — you just need to know where to shop.
Lucky for you, we have the inside info on exactly where that is — plus a few other must-haves we're eyeing this month.
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Channel your inner "Bodak Yellow" rapper in a pair of hunter-green joggers you can wear to the grocery store or the next festival.
SHOP: Women's Reebok Cardi B Pants, Was $65, Now $45, available at JD Sports
Call it maroon, burgundy, or oxblood — your cranberry-tinged hues are on-trend and, might we say, festive for the fall and winter seasons. Easiest way to wear it? In the form of a classic shoe (which is coincidentally on sale!).
SHOP: Vans Old Skool Skate Shoe - Port Royale, Was $59.99, Now $49.99, available at Journeys
It's cold outside — layer up in a sweater with a structurally high neckline. You'll look just as chic as you will be warm.
SHOP Dudley Stephens Americana Colorblock Park Slope, Was $158, Now $102, available at Tuckernuck
Here's the thing: the high-waist, super-baggy jeans of "Sk8tor Boi" past is back. Don't just master the trend — embrace '90s style with a buy-one-get-one deal on denim.
SHOP: Super High-Rise Baggy Carpenter Jean, $59.95, available at Aéropostale
When it's too warm for a wool coat, and too cold for a sweater, look no further than your new everyday bomber jacket.
SHOP: Men's Champion Nylon Warm-Up Jacket, Was $70, Now $40, available at Finish Line
Halloween marks the season of endless events: ski trips, holiday parties, family vacations...the list goes on. Capture every dull or delightful moment and save $200 (with a 1-year GoPro subscription) while you're at it.
SHOP: HERO10 Black with 1-year GoPro Subscription, Free Dual Battery Charger + Spare Battery, Was $599.97, Now $399.98, available at GoPro
It's like wearing a puffer jacket...on your feet. Bonus: These seriously plush kicks come in a retro-cool ombre option you're going to want to wear all season long. Mark your calendars: On Oct. 27, there's a 24-hour flash sale with up to 50% off select items.
SHOP: Alpargata Mallow Puff, $64.95, available at TOMS
The perfect date? Naturally sweet and affordable. Oh, that's not what you meant. Well, take your pumpkin spice latte obsession to the next level with a pumpkin spice date spread you'll want to pair with breakfast toasts, desserts, or simply alone on a spoon. From now until Oct. 26, get 13% off food purchases $40+ at Vitacost.com.
SHOP: Wanna Date? Date Spread Pumpkin Spice, $8.84, available at Vitacost.com
We're almost at the end of this month's list, and you may have noticed a pattern: retro, throwback trends have made a comeback. That is no more apparent than in this must-have gift set, featuring a '90s baby's essentials: lip gloss, scrunchies, sticker sheet, and coconut mist. Score 25% off orders $45+ with code HONEY25OFF45 from 10/22-12/31. Bonus: Get a free mystery gift with purchase!
SHOP: Retro Lifestyle and Scrunchies Kit, Was $16, Now $12.80, available at e.l.f. Cosmetics
Still, we want to end this month's shopping list on a timeless, classic note. At one time or another, one must invest a solid trench that never goes out of style. And there's no better time than at the onset of cold weather and with a 50% off discount.
SHOP: Cotton Trench With Leather Trim, Was $895, Now $447.50, available at Coach