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Hallmark Cards Black Friday 2025 Sale – What to Expect & When

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Updated on Tuesday, November 11, 2025: Every year around Thanksgiving, Hallmark kicks off one of its biggest sales of the season—its annual Black Friday sale. If you’re looking to pick up Christmas cards, holiday decor, or cute gifts, this is a sale worth knowing about.

Here’s a breakdown of when the sale will likely start, what kinds of items will be on sale, how much you can expect to save, and examples of actual discounts from last year to help you plan your shopping.

Expected Black Friday 2025 Sale Dates

Hallmark’s Black Friday 2025 sale is expected to begin on Monday, November 24, 2025, which is the Monday of Thanksgiving week. This matches the timing of last year’s sale, which also started the Monday before Thanksgiving. The event typically runs straight through Cyber Monday, which falls on December 1, 2025 this year.

This gives you a full week to browse and buy, rather than being limited to just one or two days. It’s an online-only sale at hallmark.com—so don’t expect to see the same deals in physical Hallmark Gold Crown stores.

Expected Discount Levels

For 2025, you can expect a sitewide discount of 20% off thousands of items. That’s in line with what they offered last year and the year before. It’s a flat discount across many categories, making it easy to understand and apply, with no complicated tiered offers or promo codes to figure out.

However, there are some limits. In past years, Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments were usually excluded from the sale, and that will likely be the case again this year. Other exclusions may apply too, so it’s best to check their website once the sale is live for the complete terms and conditions.

What Will Be on Sale

Hallmark’s Black Friday sale typically covers a wide range of holiday and gift-related merchandise. Here’s a general list of what you can expect to find marked down:

  • Christmas Cards (boxed sets and singles)
  • 3D Pop-Up Cards
  • Holiday-Themed Plush Toys
  • Christmas Ornaments (excluding Keepsake line)
  • Wrapping Paper and Gift Bags
  • Tea Towels and Home Decor
  • Musical Figurines
  • Holiday Plates and Tableware
  • Photo Cards
  • Throw Blankets and Pillows
  • Seasonal Storybooks for Kids

The range is wide enough to make the sale worth browsing whether you’re buying gifts or just topping up your holiday supplies.

Examples of Last Year’s Deals

Looking at the 2024 sale gives us a clear idea of what might be offered again in 2025. Here’s a breakdown of some real deals Hallmark featured last year, along with their regular and sale prices:

Books & Kids’ Items

  • Gift-Giving Bandit Book — $4.79 (reg. $5.99)
  • Grinch on Sled Musical Plush (9.5”) — $31.99 (reg. $39.99)
  • Peanuts Snoopy Plush (Sound/Motion) — $31.99 (reg. $39.99)

Cards

  • Vintage Kissing Santa Card — $4.47 (reg. $5.50)
  • Snowman Money Holder Card — $2.39 (reg. $2.99)
  • Spinning Tree Musical 3D Pop-Up — $11.19 (reg. $13.09)
  • Vintage Santa 3D Pop-Up — $6.39 (reg. $7.99)

Holiday Decor & Figurines

  • Happy Tappers Set of 4 — $79.99 (reg. $99.99)
  • Mickey Gingerbread Nutcracker (13.5”) — $47.99 (reg. $59.99)
  • Jolly in the John Snowman — $15.99 (reg. $19.09)

Home & Kitchen

  • Vintage Santa Tea Towel (18×26”) — $13.59 (reg. $16.99)
  • “Joy” Dessert Plates, 8-pack — $3.19 (reg. $3.90)
  • Peanuts Holiday Throw (50×60”) — $27.99 (reg. $34.99)

Wrapping & Presentation

  • Folk Art Wreath Photo Card — from $1.49 each
  • Santa Faces Medium Gift Bag (9.6”) — $2.79 (reg. $3.49)

These examples show that even though Hallmark is known for premium cards and products, the discounts during Black Friday can bring many items into a very reasonable price range.

What Not to Expect

While the sale covers a lot, it doesn’t include everything. You shouldn’t expect:

  • Deals in-store. These are typically online-exclusive, so visiting a Hallmark store won’t get you the same offers.
  • Deals on Keepsake Ornaments. These collector items are almost always excluded.
  • Stackable discounts. The 20% off is a flat sitewide discount and usually cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.
  • Long return window extensions. Hallmark’s return policies are usually standard, even during holiday sales, so check the fine print before buying gifts.

Last Year’s Black Friday Ad

Hallmark’s Black Friday Ad Archive

How much could you have saved on your favorite holiday, Christmas, anniversary and birthday cards at Hallmark’s Black Friday sale last year? What else was on sale? See for yourself by following the links below to view their ad archive.

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What are you planning on buying at Hallmark’s Black Friday sale this year? Will you be shopping online or at your local Hallmark Gold Crown Store this Thanksgiving weekend? Let us know in the comments below.

Guess Black Friday 2025 Sale – What to Expect & When

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Updated on Tuesday, November 11, 2025: Guess’s Black Friday sale for 2025 will probably look a lot like what they’ve done the last few years; we’ve looked over their history, and we’ll break everything down, from when the sale will likely start, to what kinds of deals were offered, how long it lasts, and what you might want to focus on buying if you’re planning to shop this year.

Likely Black Friday 2025 Sale Dates

Guess tends to start early, so you won’t necessarily have to wait until the day after Thanksgiving to start seeing deals. In 2024, they kicked off what they called a “Before Black Friday” sale in mid-November. That early access promo featured 30% off site-wide. There’s a good chance they’ll do the same thing again in 2025.

As for the actual Black Friday event, last year it officially launched on Thanksgiving Day. This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 27, 2025, so that’s the most likely date for the main sale to start. The sale last year didn’t end with Black Friday or even with Cyber Monday. It continued until the Tuesday after Cyber Monday, which in 2025 will be December 2, 2025. So you’ll probably have close to a week of access to the biggest discounts, assuming no big changes this year.

Expected Main Deals & Discounts

The core of Guess’s Black Friday promotion is pretty straightforward: 40% off site-wide. That’s what they ran last year, and we expect them to stick with it in 2025. It’s an automatic discount, usually applied at checkout, and includes a wide range of items.

Before that, during the early access phase, the discount is usually lower—around 30% off site-wide. So it’s usually best to not shop early.

In addition to the main percentage-off discount, they’ve also run a free gift promotion. Last year, that kicked in when your order totaled $150 or more before tax and shipping. They didn’t specify exactly what the gift was, and it varied based on availability. These gifts were limited in quantity and available only while supplies lasted.

And just like last year, you can probably expect free standard shipping on all orders, as long as you’re shopping online at guess.com. That only applies to U.S. and Canadian orders and doesn’t include places like Hawaii, Alaska, or U.S. territories. They’ve made it clear that you have to select the “Standard 5-7 Business Days” shipping option at checkout to get it for free.

Possible Exclusions to Keep in Mind

Even though the sale says “site-wide,” there are some notable exclusions, and they’re usually the same from year to year. Last year, the 40% discount did not apply to:

  • Gc Timepieces
  • GUESS USA styles
  • Special collections and collaborations
  • Gift cards and e-gift cards
  • Items from Marciano, GUESS Factory, or any of their other affiliated brands or stores

So if you were planning to get something from those lines, just know that those items probably won’t be discounted during Black Friday. Also, you can’t combine the Black Friday discount with other offers or promo codes. They’re pretty strict about that.

Examples from Last Year’s Sale

Here’s a quick look at some of the actual items and price points from 2024’s Black Friday sale at Guess:

  • Mid Rise Skinny Jeans – Originally $99, dropped to around $59.
  • Faux-Leather Moto Jacket (Women’s) – Regularly $138, went down to $82.80.
  • Men’s Logo Hoodie – Priced at $69, discounted to $41.40.
  • Korry Crossbody Bag – Listed at $110, dropped to $66.
  • Rally Sneakers – Went from $100 to about $60.
  • Men’s Faux-Suede Bomber Jacket – Retail $148, on sale for $88.80.
  • Women’s Over-the-Knee Boots – Regularly $150, available for $90.

These were part of the general 40% off site-wide promo, not including the free gift or shipping perks.

Summary of Offer Terms

Here’s a quick summary of how the offer was officially described last year, which will likely carry over to this year:

  • Discounts are applied at checkout.
  • Available online and at select stores only.
  • Not valid on certain collections (like Gc Timepieces, GUESS USA, or collaborations).
  • Excludes prior purchases, gift cards, and e-gift cards.
  • Not combinable with other offers or coupons.
  • Free shipping available only for standard delivery in the continental U.S. and Canada.
  • Free gift requires a $150 minimum (before tax and shipping) and is only available while supplies last.

Last Year’s Black Friday Ad

Black Friday Ad History

Here’s an archive of Guess’s previous Black Friday ads from the last several years. Enjoy!

  • 2024: Page 1 and 2.
  • 2023: Page 1 and 2.
  • 2022: Page 1, 2 and 3.
  • 2021: Page 1 and 2.
  • 2020: Page 1 and 2.
  • 2019: Page 1.
  • 2018: Page 1.
  • 2017: Page 1.
  • 2016: Page 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • 2015: Page 1, 2, 3 and 4.
A view of the Guess sign located in front of their store at the Premium Factory Outlets in Camarillo, CA. Photo by Witold Sadowski.

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Gucci Black Friday 2025 Sale – What to Expect & When

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Updated on Tuesday, November 11, 2025: If you’re hoping to snag a Gucci handbag at a big discount this Black Friday in 2025, I’ve got some news for you: it’s not going to happen. Gucci doesn’t offer any sales or discounts during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or really any other holiday or special occasion throughout the year. This isn’t just Gucci being picky — it’s actually pretty common among high-end luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Tiffany & Co. They rarely, if ever, mark down their products.

Why is that? It comes down to brand value and exclusivity. These brands want to keep their products rare and desirable, which means no price cuts that could cheapen their image. Discounting luxury items could also hurt their resale value and the overall perception of quality. So, Gucci sticking to full price is part of maintaining that luxury status.

That said, if you’re really set on finding Gucci at a lower price during the holiday season, your best bet is to look at authorized resellers. Stores like Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom sometimes carry Gucci items, and they might offer some deals during Black Friday. For perfumes and colognes, places like Sephora and Macy’s could have small discounts. But don’t expect massive markdowns — Gucci items rarely see big price drops, even at these retailers.

So, while Gucci won’t be running a Black Friday sale in 2025, you can still keep an eye on some authorized sellers if you want a slight discount. Otherwise, buying Gucci usually means paying full price, which many consider part of the brand’s appeal.

This Gucci boutique, located on the famous Königsallee street in Düsseldorf, Germany, is closed on Sunday. Photo by Witold Sadowski.

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