Trust us: you don't want to miss the COS Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale today, which has just landed online, bigger and better than years prior. Because, while fun organza dresses and rhinestone heels might serve you for the month of December, good-quality basics are timeless and will get a lot more wear. And, of course, no one does them quite like COS.
Repelling fast-fashion fans everywhere, the Scandi brand has always been best-loved for its asymmetric hemlines, sculptural silhouettes, futuristic fastenings and off-kilter colour palettes that feel both classic and cool at the same time, whatever the season or current dominating microtrends may be.
COS Cyber Monday Sale: ELLE's Top Picks
- The quilted bag: Quilted Crossbody Messenger, was £35, now £26.25
- The classic coat: Longline Wool Pea Coat, was £270, now £202.50
- The perfect jeans: Volume Wide-Leg Jeans, was £95, now £71
- The black trousers: Relaxed Tailored Trousers, was £95, now £45
- The statement shoes: Pointed Leather Slingback Kitten Heels, was £135, now £101.25
- The chic black dress: Halterneck A-Line Maxi Dress, was £150, now £90
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Despite its upper-high-street price point, we'd argue that COS is already well worth the investment – but once Black Friday rolls around, it becomes, frankly, irresistible. What's in store today? Well, the sale isn't quite sitewide (and it's also not in stores) but it does involve up to 60% discount that stretches across categories and includes some very sensible pieces, from wear-forever black dresses to buttery leather boots – and the perfect pair of wide-leg tailored trousers that, honestly, half the ELLE office owns.
To help you navigate the discounts like a pro, we've put together ELLE's guide to the COS Black Friday sale – plus the pieces you can fight us for today...
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What to shop in COS' Black Friday sale today
Shop smart this Black Friday and think hard (and well in advance) about what you actually need. Stay focused: don't get distracted by shiny new-in pieces until your essentials are safely stowed in the basket, because those are always the first ones to go.
COS does basics better than most high-street stores, so this is the time to stock up on those signature tees, vests, shirts and jeans that you've been eyeing, for less. That said, the brand's partywear offering is also an excellent investment, erring more on the side of timeless than the too trend-led, meaning these pieces are sure to see you through countless seasons in style.
And, of course, COS really comes into its own for autumn/winter, with its epic outerwear offering, classic knits, cosy cashmere, tailored wool separates and a great selection of luxurious leather accessories to boot.
The good news is that all of these staples – and a lot more there besides – are discounted by up to 60% in the brand's Black Friday sale this week.
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Does COS take part in Black Friday?
Although the retailer usually does things a little differently, the past few years have proven that COS is secretly a fan of the Black Friday fun.
Ever since 2016, COS has treated shoppers to blanket discounts of up to 30% off during the Black Friday weekend, often increasing to 60% come Cyber Monday.
When is the COS Black Friday sale?
Black Friday usually falls on the fourth weekend of November, however this year the event will take place on the last weekend of the month, on November 29. However, many brands started their sales a little early, including COS: the sale is live now.
When is Cyber Monday and does COS take part?
Cyber Monday falls on December 2 this year, and Cos has launched an up-to 60% off sale, which ends on December 3.
What even is Black Friday?
If you've been hiding under a rock/are new to the biggest shopping event of the year that is Black Friday, let us get you up to speed.
Black Friday was originally an American holiday, thought to be kick-started by the department store Macy’s in the 1930s. The annual event didn't get its name until later on, though, when it grew in popularity during the Eighties.
It wasn't until decades later, in 2010, that the UK started cashing in on the shopping event, too. Amazon was the first to begin offering British customers online discounts and deals on the same day as the sales in the US. Fast-forward to 2024, and Black Friday is an even bigger event than the Boxing Day sales, with most high-street stores and major luxury e-tailers taking part.
What's the deal with COS Black Friday delivery?
Most of us shop online these days, so delivery costs need to be factored into your Black Friday haul. At COS, standard shipping to the UK costs £4 and takes 3-5 working days, but it's free for orders over £100. Bear in mind that during super-busy times like Black Friday, shipping can take a little longer than usual. If you want your order faster, premium delivery will set you back £10 and arrive within 2-3 days. Only for the seriously impatient, then.
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Clementina Jackson is Acting Site Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, working across news and features, trends, e-commerce and SEO. She was previously Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health, and Acting Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, where she was named as a PPA 30 Under 30 award winner for her work on size inclusivity. An experienced fashion, travel and luxury lifestyle journalist, Clementina has also written for Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Condé Nast Traveller, Tatler, Red and Italy Segreta.
Roberta Schroeder is the Senior Ecommerce Editor at Harper's Bazaar, ELLE and Esquire, overseeing shopping strategy and content across fashion, beauty, and travel. Roberta has reported on everything from market-leading skincare brands to the world’s most iconic fashion pieces, while also regularly updating a range of shopping guides, including LED masks, heritage cashmere brands and niche new dress brands to know.
Roberta has more than 15 years' experience in the luxury sector, spanning editorial consultancy, trend forecasting and journalism. Over the years, she has worked for global brands including Farfetch, Chanel, and Vogue.
When not testing beauty products, trialling trends and curating content that spotlights the very best in fashion and beauty, Roberta can usually be found trawling resale sites and vintage stores for a long-coveted designer find. Follow Roberta on Instagram at @roberta__schroeder
