Every year around Thanksgiving, Kenneth Cole runs one of its biggest sales of the season. Here’s a full breakdown of when the sale is expected to start, what kinds of deals we’re likely to see, how much of a discount you can expect, and which items are usually the best to buy during the event.
When Kenneth Cole’s Black Friday 2025 Sale Will Likely Start & End
The Kenneth Cole Black Friday 2025 sale is expected to begin on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at kennethcole.com. That’s two days before Thanksgiving. The sale usually runs for about five days. This year, it’s expected to end on Sunday, November 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST, or until items sell out.
What Kind of Discounts to Expect
Kenneth Cole tends to offer two types of discounts during Black Friday. The first is deep markdowns on select clearance or sale items. These can go up to 85% off. These items are usually from past seasons or are about to be discontinued. Inventory on these can be limited and sizes may be scattered, but the prices are significantly lower than usual.
The second type of deal is a more general offer: 25% off nearly everything else in stock. This usually includes new arrivals, shoes, bags, and accessories. Some items may be excluded, especially things like gift cards, certain special collections, and a few already marked-down pieces.
Kenneth Cole typically offers free standard shipping on orders of $100 or more during the sale. If you’re buying a couple of items, it’s not hard to meet that minimum.
Specific Deal Examples from Last Year
These are just a few examples of actual markdowns that were available on Kenneth Cole’s website last year:
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Men’s Brody Lace-Up Oxfords
Original Price: $129
Black Friday Price: $49.99
These were part of the 85% off clearance deals. Sizes were limited by the end of the first day. -
Women’s Olivia Waterproof Chelsea Boots
Original Price: $159
Black Friday Price: $59
These boots had good reviews and sold out in common sizes by the weekend. -
Wool Blend Overcoat (Men’s)
Original Price: $325
Black Friday Price: $119
This was a standout deal and one of the top-selling items last year. -
Convertible Backpack Duffel Bag
Original Price: $198
Black Friday Price: $79
This item was eligible for free shipping and fell under the 25% off promo. -
Slim Fit Dress Shirt
Original Price: $79
Black Friday Price: $29
Available in multiple colors and part of the deeper markdown section.
Based on how last year went, expect the best-selling items to be the ones that mix both function and style: waterproof shoes, neutral-colored coats, and classic accessories.
What Probably Won’t Be on Sale
While a lot of items will be marked down, some things usually don’t get much of a discount, if any. For example:
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Gift cards are almost always excluded.
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Some newly released styles may not qualify for the 25% off.
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Special collections or collaborations might be left out entirely.
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Clearance items typically don’t stack with additional codes, even if one is advertised.
It’s also worth noting that prices on Kenneth Cole’s website during Black Friday are usually already adjusted to reflect the discount, so you may not need to enter a promo code to get the deal. Just be sure to check the product description for any exclusions.
Returns and Exchanges
Kenneth Cole generally allows returns on most items, even during Black Friday, but you should always check the return policy for any sale item before buying. Final sale items, especially those from the clearance section, are usually not returnable.
For the rest, they usually offer a 30-day return window. You’ll likely need to cover return shipping unless the item was damaged or incorrect. If you’re unsure about size or fit, especially for shoes or coats, take a quick look at reviews or sizing charts to avoid problems later.
Last Year’s Black Friday Ad
Black Friday Ad History
Are you interested in seeing some of Kenneth Cole’s older Black Friday ads? Then follow the links below to take a walk down memory lane.
- 2023: Page 1.
- 2022: Page 1 and 2.
- 2021: Page 1.
- 2020: Page 1.
- 2019: Page 1.
- 2018: Page 1.
- 2017: Page 1.
- 2016: Page 1 and 2.
Questions & Comments
Will you be shopping at Kenneth Cole this Thanksgiving weekend? Planning on going out to the outlet stores or shopping online this year? Let us know in the comments below.