The January Sales Are Actually Amazing—48 Smart Buys I Would Recommend

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Our Who What Wear UK editors are checking in daily to bring you the latest winter sales updates for key fashion and beauty buys. Keep scrolling for our sales-shopping guidance and our bumper edit of discounted pieces that are worth discovering.

As soon as Black Friday is over, many tend to think that Boxing Day is the only other day to shop the sales, but I'm a savvy discount shopper. With a keen eye, there are savings to be found throughout the whole of December, even once Boxing Day is over. Trust me, some of the best deals can be found near the end of the month.

Of course, we're always cautious about encouraging over-consumption, and sale shopping should be approached with calm consideration to avoid any buyer's remorse or regretful impulse purchases. But a smart outlook that involves shopping for timeless classics and pieces you already had on your wish list for the year ahead can not only save you money in the long run but also help you to shop fewer, better-quality items (that may usually be out of reach) to build a more responsible wardrobe on the whole.

To help you make these smart sales choices, I'm here to tell you about the best of the winter sales fashion deals that are looking undeniably good this year. After all, I've been a stylist and shopping editor for over a decade, honing my expert eye to be able to easily pinpoint the best value discounts and the pieces that will truly stand the test of time.

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The best things to buy on sale? Timeless wardrobe classics and investment buys for less.

You may want to move quickly to get those wardrobe gems, but don't worry—I can help point you in the right direction. With almost unbelievable discounts, it's the time of the year when you can pick up designer pieces at more reasonable prices, and those premium-quality high-street buys become even more affordable.

Trust me when I say I've looked through every sale (it is my job, after all) and I have my inside sources feeding me the upcoming sale dates too, so I can keep you as up-to-date as possible. I've made you a concise edit below of the discounts worth checking out and the items I believe are truly worth buying. From practical coats and boots to classic knitwear and timeless designer bags. A lot of the items below I know come back in stock every year, so you can be confident this is anything but the dregs of the season.

Whether you're looking for cosy winter buys, staples to boost your new year wardrobe, warm-weather pieces for holidays ahead or extra special items to treat yourself (or others) with, keep scrolling to see my top investments from this year's Januart sales. And check back again as we'll update this article daily with new deals and fresh additions!

SHOP MY PICK OF THE BEST JANUARY DEALS:

  • Reformation offers up to 50% off a selection of cashmere, tailoring, dresses and more
  • Net-a-porter has up to 60% off on sale items
  • COS has up to 50% off on sale items
  • John Lewis has discounts of up to 50% across beauty, fashion and tech
  • & Other Stories has up to 50% off on sale items

SHOP THE BEST OF THE JANUARY SALES:

REFORMATION

Reformation is the sale that us Who What Wear editors wait all year for. From their pretty dresses that look great on every body, to their celeb-loved staples—you really can't go wrong. With up to a whopping 50% off now, it's a great opportunity to invest in the brand's sustainable and stylish buys for less.

Shop the Reformation sale here:

NET-A-PORTER

The home of the best designer buys online, NET-A-PORTER has an epic sale right now with up to 60% off. The stock levels always dwindle quickly though, so my advice would be to take advantage of it whilst you can!

Shop the NET-A-PORTER sale here

COS

COS's winter sales are legendary, but I'd argue this year's is the best to date. Featuring discounts of up to 50% off almost a thousand handy wardrobe additions—tailored trousers, blazers, coats, dresses and bags—I already have a wish list as long as my arm.

Shop the COS sale here:

DEMELLIER

We're super-fans of DeMellier's sleek, elevated, everyday bags—in particular, the brand's carefully crafted totes and shoppers are a favourite amongst our editors. It's not often that the brand goes on sale, so when they do, you know it's time to pay attention. Right now, there is a discount on some key styles in classic neutral tones which means good investments are ahead. Here's our edit.

Shop the DeMellier sale here:

MANGO

Mango has up to 50% off in its Christmas sale which just landed, and it's the high street store I probably recommend most to my friends, especially for designer-looking coats and knitwear.

Shop the Mango sale here:

MONICA VINADER

Monica Vinader's beautiful jewellery pieces are perfect for layering up day to day (I rarely take my collection of their necklaces off), but it also feels really special to treat yourself or someone else too—especially when there's up to 50% off.

Shop the Monica Vinader sale here:

ARKET

ARKET's big end of year sale has launched with up to 50% off all sale items. So many of its wardrobe staples are included, from brand's classic black puffer coats to smart blazers and cosy knits.

Shop the Arket sale here:

JOHN LEWIS

John Lewis always does epic end of season sales across its own brands but also so many of the brands it stocks that aren't on sale elsewhere, like Whistles and an array of beauty buys. There's currently up to 50% off some great winter buys.

Shop the John Lewis sale here.

MASSIMO DUTTI

Elegant, anti-trend and highly minimalist, we often find ourselves turning to Massimo Dutti's wares. And now, a selection of the best pieces are reduced.

Shop the Massimo Dutti sale here:

HARRODS

There's up to 60% off iconic brands, from Khaite to Mulberry and Max Mara, in Harrods' epic winter sale right now. Be quick though, stock is already selling fast.

Shop the Harrods sale here:

& Other Stories is one of our editors' high-street go-tos—you know that. But it can start creeping up into expensive territory sometimes, especially when it comes to the beautiful wool coats and cashmere knits (pieces we rate particularly highly). So, its end of season winter sale with up to 50% off is a great opportunity to bag some of these classic buys (that often get restocked season after season) for a lot less. The stock always flies out quickly though, so act fast if you spot something you plan on loving forever.

HARVEY NICHOLS

Harvey Nichols has an unbelievable selection of designer wares in its winter sale with up to 50% off now.

Shop the Harvey Nichols sale here:

ANTHROPOLOGIE

Elegant fashion staple, sleek homeware and plenty of last-minute gifts, Anthropologie's sale is currently live, plus there's 40% off gifting right now.

Shop the Anthropologie sale here:

HUSH

With timeless staples and classic designs, Hush is a brand our editors often turn to when bolstering our wardrobe foundations. Now you'll find up to 50% off selected items this winter.

Shop the Hush sale here:

GANNI

So many of Ganni's iconic pieces are on sale with up to 50% off already, like the best-selling cowboy boots (I can personally vouch for these as I wear mine all the time), the logo knits, leopard dresses and quilted jackets. Go, go, go!

Shop the Ganni sale here:

Emily Dawes
Affiliate Editor

Emily Dawes is the very definition of a fashion multi hyphenate. An editor, stylist and writer with over eleven years’ worth of experience in the industry, Emily is known for her impeccable taste, elegant outfit choices and being able to spot the next big thing in fashion from a mile off. Our readers loyally trust her advice and shopping suggestions; so much so she began her own column documenting the most expensive-looking pieces on the high street, which has become a top-performing piece of content for the Who What Wear brand.

Emily has worked for Who What Wear UK since 2020 in a myriad as roles, spanning from contributing editor and branded content editor. Now, she holds the position of affiliate editor and is responsible for the brand’s overall affiliate strategy, ideation and content execution. Working closely with Who What Wear UK’s affiliate manager, Emily has been instrumental in securing and nourishing brand partnerships, surpassing her goals as standard. Leading the team in tentpole shopping moments including Black Friday and Peak Trading, with Emily’s guidance and leadership, team Who What Wear is in a stronger affiliate position than ever before.

Prior to joining the Who What Wear team, Emily served as YOU Magazine’s acting fashion editor where she managed the fashion team and oversaw all fashion content output for the fast-paced weekly title. Emily is a stylist in her own right, having worked with a slew of VIP clients including writer and television personality, Elizabeth Day, as well as styling and art directing several celebrity cover shoots for glossy print publication, Grazia. Her adept fashion knowledge means brands regularly sought out to work with her as a consultant: previously she has developed marketing and content plans for brands for Cocoon and Edge of Ember. Before entering the industry, Emily obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and American Studies with International Study from Nottingham University. Fun fact: Emily spent a year studying in America which saw her join a sorority during her time there.

When she’s not working or tracking down the chicest, new-in items to share with our audience, you’ll find Emily bestowing her East London home with her stylish flair, reading everything from the classics to cowboy romance novels and escaping to the country with husband, baby boy and dog, Roo, whenever she can.

Emily is currently on maternity leave.