September 1, 2025

EDITOR’S NOTE

Happy Monday. Skimm HQ is off to observe Labor Day, so we're turning it over to our commerce editors, who are sharing their picks from the best Labor Day sales. If you’re anything like me, you've fallen prey to the autumnal home goods that’ve already started popping up on Instagram. Before I go all in on an infamous Halloween tree, I’m making a more reasonable purchase with this crisp, striped button-down shirt that’ll carry me well through the end of Q4. Paired with these perfectly slouchy trousers, I think it’s something Andie Sachs 2.0 would wear, according to the Devil Wears Prada 2 costume pics I can’t stop poring over. Also delighted/relieved to see that this luxury cleansing balm is on sale. I’m obsessed with the decadent, fudge-like texture and zingy, citrus scent, which all reminds me of grownup sherbet. Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it. 

— Caroline Goldstein / Senior Commerce Editor / New York, NY

✨ 30% off a pair of gold hoops that’ll make you the coolest person in the room.

🥿 40% off the slip skirt you didn't know your ballet flats were missing.

🍳 35% off a titanium pan that won’t stick. Period.

💪 30% off a pair of New Balance sneakers to wear in and out of the gym.

✈️ 50% off a sleek backpack that makes a great carry-on.

🍂 50% off an argyle sweater with Rory Gilmore energy.

“I’ve always been a very bad sleeper, but Ritual’s melatonin supplement is one of the only all-natural supplements that reliably puts me to sleep. They (gently) knock me out within a few minutes, and I stay asleep for a solid seven-to-eight hours. I’m running low on the emergency supply I always keep on my nightstand, so I’m picking up another bottle for 40% off today.” —Caroline Goldstein

“Woman-owned, petite clothing brand Nelle Atelier is having a 40% off sale that ends tomorrow. I’m stocking up on an extra pair of my favorite jeans that don’t require hemming or alterations. Just make sure to use code OUTOFOFFICE at checkout.” —Margo Ghertner

“The end of year keeps me busy (and stressed), so I’m stocking up on my favorite form of self-care, Flewd bath soaks. Not only do the scented versions smell amazing and instantly put me in a meditative mindset, but after just a couple minutes of soaking I can feel the physical benefits as well. I’m building my own bundle for 30% off so I can be prepared for any mood I’m in.” —Abby Drozd

“The last time I tried to do a winged liner look, I was late for a wedding, and the eyeliner ran out after I had completed only one eye. Safe to say, it’s time for a restock. This creamy eyeliner has amazing staying power, and it won’t smudge unless you want it to (with the helpful smudger on the other end). My next wedding will be no match for me with this liner.” —Martha Upton

Brooklinen

We’ve sung the praises of Brooklinen time and time again, but we wouldn’t talk to you about it so much if we didn’t genuinely believe it was worth the investment. And it is, indeed, an investment — which is why we’re also proponents of Brooklinen’s sales, which tend to be excellent. Their Labor Day sale runs until September 2, and they’re offering 25% off sitewide and up to 50% off when you bundle. We specifically recommend the Classic Percale Lightweight Bundle (a rare 50% off right now), particularly if you tend to run hot — this material is crisp and lightweight but soft. The stuff of luxury hotel beddings, truly. We’re also eyeing the collab with Brooklyn-based artist Caroline Z Hurley, which is filled with eccentric yet chic colors and designs. This blockprint quilt is giving Sienna Miller’s English countryside cottage. While we’re here, you might as well pick up a bundle of super-plush towels, too. They’re absorbent but ridiculously soft, and actually stay that way after dozens of washes.   

Trending products and brands our shopping team has been loving recently.

Now through September 18, take 50% off daily beauty deals at Ulta. Today’s steal you can’t miss? An Elemis collagen cream that plumps skin overnight. 

Speaking of sales you can’t miss, Abercrombie & Fitch is taking up to $50 off your order. Get a really good pair of jeans and a classic tee to wear with them. Use code KICKOFF for an extra 15% off.

After being out in the sun for months, your skin could use the reset button. Grab Medik8’s bestselling retinol for 25% off.

Take up to 25% off select shoes at DSW with code LABORDAY25. These pistachio green Puma sneakers are perfect for fall.

Game Time

Wake your brain up this Monday with a game of Flipart. Just rotate the pieces to fit within the frame and get ready to feel the rush when they all fall into place. Get into it.